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Wizards President John Hight to Step Down Sept 1, 2026

7/29/2026

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John Hight will step down as Wizards of the Coast President on September 1, 2026 and serve as an advisor through September 2, 2027.
The transition was disclosed in a SEC filing dated July 27, 2026.
Wizards reported its strongest fiscal year with 45% growth, $2.2 billion revenue, including $1.72 billion from Magic: The Gathering.
Hasbro recorded a $56 million impairment charge and cancelled video-game projects slated for 2028 and beyond.

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John Hight will step down as Wizards of the Coast President on September 1, 2026 and serve as an advisor through September 2, 2027.
The transition was disclosed in a SEC filing dated July 27, 2026.
Wizards reported its strongest fiscal year with 45% growth, $2.2 billion revenue, including $1.72 billion from Magic: The Gathering.
Hasbro recorded a $56 million impairment charge and cancelled video-game projects slated for 2028 and beyond.