First Social Media Message From Disney's Next CEO Josh D'Amaro

In his first message on Instagram after being elected Disney’s next CEO earlier today, Josh D’Amaro posted comments to fans and Cast Members about the most important part of Disney, the people.

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In his comments, he also congratulated Dana Walden for becoming the company’s first-ever President and Chief Creative Officer for The Walt Disney Company and recognized the inspiration of Bob Iger over his 20-year tenure as CEO.

“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.

Congratulations to @danawalden for becoming the company’s first-ever President and Chief Creative Officer for The Walt Disney Company. 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.

The remarkable foundation @robertiger built over the last 20 years inspires all of us. 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.”

The Walt Disney Company announced earlier today that Josh D’Amaro will be the next Chief Executive Officer (CEO) after a unanimous vote was held on Monday, February 2.

He will take the position during the Annual Meeting on March 18, 2026. The Board also intends to appoint D’Amaro as a director immediately following that meeting. Dana Walden was also a candidate, and she is named the new President & Chief Creative Officer.

Former CEO Michael Eisner congratulated D’Amaro:

Congratulations to Josh D’Amaro for becoming the CEO of the Walt Disney Company, and congratulations to Chairman James Gorman for making such a wise pick as well as promoting Dana Walden to president and chief creative officer. My advice to Josh is continue Bob Iger’s strategy that creativity will handle profits, always protect the brand, and keep close the words of Walt Disney: “We love to entertain kings and queens, but the vital thing to remember is this—every guest receives the VIP treatment.” Good luck.