Josh D’Amaro Praises Bob Iger and Congratulates Dana Walden in New Social Media Post
One of the most highly anticipated succession announcements in Hollywood history came to a close today when The Walt Disney Company announced that Josh D’Amaro will succeed Bob Iger as the company’s next CEO.
D’Amaro was selected following an extensive search process that included both internal and external candidates.
In the end, however, the race narrowed to just two contenders — the Disney Experiences Chairman and Disney Entertainment Co-Chair Dana Walden.
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Ultimately, Disney chose D’Amaro, while Walden will remain with the company as its new President and Chief Creative Officer.
The Decision Has Been Praised
In the aftermath of Disney’s announcement, everyone from Michael Eisner to Nelson Peltz has weighed in on the decision.
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The one person that we had not heard from was D’Amaro himself.
Until now.
D’Amaro’s First Social Media Post as Disney’s Next CEO
Before giving his first interview as Disney’s next CEO on ABC World News Tonight, D’Amaro took to social media to thank those who made his latest promotion possible.
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Josh D’Amaro (Chairman; Disney Parks, Experiences and Products)
“The most important part of Disney will always be the people. I have had the pleasure of working with tens of thousands of Cast, Imagineers and employees over the years… and it is because of them and the millions of Disney fans around the world that I am humbled and honored for the opportunity to lead this extraordinary company,” he began.
From there, he went on to congratulate Dana Walden, who will now report directly to D’Amaro as Disney’s President and Chief Creative Officer.
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“Congratulations to Dana Walden for becoming the company’s first-ever President and Chief Creative Officer for The Walt Disney Company,” he continued.
“I look forward to working more closely with you as we continue to cultivate and share our powerful stories to Disney fans around the world,” he continued
Finally, D’Amaro paid tribute to Bob Iger, who will reportedly stay on to help with the transition process.
Bob Iger. Photo: Deadline.
“The remarkable foundation Robert Iger built over the last 20 years inspires all of us,” he concluded.
“As we look to Disney’s next era of innovation, creativity, and growth, I’m excited for the future and honored to stand alongside the best storytellers on earth.”
You can read D’Amaro’s full post below.
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