Bob Chapek Talks ESPN in First Interview Since Being Fired From Disney

Former CEO Bob Chapek on CNBC

In his first public interview since being fired from Disney, former CEO Bob Chapek talked to CNBC‘s Alex Sherman about the future of ESPN. Bob Chapek Talks About ESPN The interview is part of the documentary “ESPN’s Fight for Dominance.” In response to Sherman’s broad question regarding ESPN’s future in streaming, Chapek said, “I believe … Read more

Former Disney CEO Bob Chapek Reportedly Complained to Florida Governor About Getting Involved in ‘Don’t Say Gay’ Controversy

Bob Chapek, former CEO of The Walt Disney Company, complained to Florida Governor Ron DeSantis about having to get involved in the controversy surrounding the Parental Rights in Education bill, a.k.a. the “Don’t Say Gay” bill. DeSantis wrote about Chapek calling him in his new memoir “The Courage to be Free: Florida’s Blueprint for American … Read more

Josh D’Amaro Almost Quit Because of Bob Chapek, Industry Executives Predict More Disney Executive Changes, Disney Parks Blog Gets Grand Floridian Anniversary Wrong, and More: Daily Recap (12/18/22)

We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Sunday, December 18, 2022. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Disney’s Hollywood Studios 11/21/22 (Ewok Christmas Stocking, New 1970s Magic Kingdom Map Tumbler, Roundup Rodeo BBQ Construction Update, & More)

Hey, howdy, hey! Welcome to Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Join us around the theme park to find new merchandise, take in the holiday sights, and more. Holiday crowds are here! Genie+ was available today for $29. Yes, you read that correctly, $29. Daisy Duck was waving to her adoring fans this morning. You can celebrate the … Read more

‘Bob Chapek, Master Ship Builder’ Sign Removed at Castaway Cay

Following last week’s sudden removal of former Disney CEO Bob Chapek, and re-installation of Bob Iger as CEO, effects of this transition are starting to be seen. At Disney’s private island in the Bahamas, Castaway Cay, signage that previously referenced Chapek has been totally removed. As you can see, “Pump House 1” previously had a … Read more

Details on Bob Iger’s Return to Disney & Bob Chapek’s Firing, Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Discounts for Disney Vacation Club, Genie+ Prices Hit New High, and More: Daily Recap (11/22/22)

We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Tuesday, November 22. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom … Read more

BREAKING: Bob Chapek Fired, Bob Iger Returning as Disney CEO

Bob Chapek and Bob Iger

The nightmare is finally over: Bob Chapek has been fired as CEO of the Walt Disney Company and former Disney CEO Bob Iger is returning to Disney in that role. The news was shared in an email to cast members directly from Bob Iger: “Dear Fellow Employees and Cast Members,  It is with an incredible … Read more