Bob Iger Congratulates D23 on 15 Magical Years
On this day 15 years ago, The Walt Disney Company launched D23: The Official Disney Fan Club.
An organization for Disney’s biggest fans, D23 has since provided unforgettable experiences, magical moments, and cool collectibles. More importantly, however, the fan club has done a great job of preserving Disney’s storied history.
While the organization has come a long way from the time when it was best known for its quarterly magazine, D23 is still the ultimate Disney fan experience.
Bob Iger Sends His Congratulations
In honor of the fan club’s big anniversary, Disney CEO Bob Iger, who launched the organization in 2009, released a video message today congratulating D23 on its first 15 years.
“15 years ago, we launched D23, the official Disney fan club, as a way to bring Disney’s biggest fan even closer to the magic, and over the past 15 years, fans like you have remained a constant source of passion and inspiration. You know as well as anyone that great storytelling has the power to connect us all. This simple yet profound idea has guided the Walt Disney Company since its inception in 1923. The powerful bond that millions of people have forged with Disney stems from our unwavering commitment to unforgettable entertainment that touches hearts, ignites imagination, and creates memories that live on from one generation to the next,” he said.
“Your passion for our storytelling and the many ways that we bring it to life is truly infectious, and you motivate us every day to continue exceeding your highest expectations.”
Looking Ahead
Looking at the next 15 years of D23 and beyond, Iger said Disney will continue to focus on storytelling, and he hopes fans remain along for the ride.
“As we build Disney for the future, I want to thank you for your loyalty and your tremendous energy. We’re proud to have you with us on this journey. Congratulations on 15 terrific years of D23, and I look forward to seeing many of you in August at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event”.
Fans will have a chance to celebrate the D23’s anniversary together at D23: The Ultimate Fan Event on August 9, 10, and 11 this year in Anheim, California!