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Disney's Bob Iger Resigns Early, New Leadership Awaits

2/7/2026

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Disney CEO Bob Iger will resign nine months before his contract ends and remain a senior adviser until year-end to give D’Amaro time to lead.
Iger previously left in 2020 and returned as CEO in 2022.
Article warns against myth of irreplaceable leaders, noting Iger’s tenure shows growth and stock underperformance.
It calls for a clean slate for new leadership amid complex business environment and governance changes may help.

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Story summary

Disney CEO Bob Iger will resign nine months before his contract ends and remain a senior adviser until year-end to give D’Amaro time to lead.
Iger previously left in 2020 and returned as CEO in 2022.
Article warns against myth of irreplaceable leaders, noting Iger’s tenure shows growth and stock underperformance.
It calls for a clean slate for new leadership amid complex business environment and governance changes may help.