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Outgoing Disney CEO Bob Iger Sends Thank You Message to D23 Members

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On March 18, 2026, Josh D’Amaro will take on the role of CEO for The Walt Disney Company. Bob Iger, who has been the CEO of Disney for the better part of two decades will take on an advisory role and then retire at the end of the year. Before he leaves the company, Iger sent a thank you message to D23 members. The following message was sent by Iger to D23 members:

Dear D23 Members,
When I returned to Disney a few years ago, I did so with a deep sense of responsibility to the company, our cast members, and the generations of fans who have loved Disney for more than a century. Over two decades as CEO, my focus has always been on protecting what makes Disney special, while helping the company evolve for a changing world.
As a prepare to step down as CEO next month, I wanted to speak directly to the D23 community, the fans who carry Disney's stories forward, pass them between generations, and remind us ever day why this company exists the first place.
During my time in this role, we've expanded Disney's reach and ambition in meaningful ways, from welcoming new creative voices and franchises into the company, to growing our experiences around the world, to investing in the future of storytelling across film, television, parks, and technology. None of this happened because any one person. It is the result of talented teams, bold creativity, and a shared belief in what Disney can be at its best.
As I think about what comes next for Disney, I do so with confidence in the leadership ahead. Josh D'Amaro, who many of you know, embodies the spirit of Disney. He has deep respect, genuine love for our fans, and an abundance of optimism about the future. He understands that honoring what came before and building what comes next are not competing ideas, but inseparable ones. I know the company will be in thoughtful, capable hands.
Thank you for your passion, your loyalty, and for holding us to the standard that makes Disney so special. It's the same standard Walt set a century ago, and one that will continue to guide the company long after my time in this role. I'll always be grateful to have been part of this remarkable story - the Disney family will always be part of me.
Gratefully, -Bob iger

Through the years, Iger has sent other messages to D23 members. It is very possible that this will be one of his last. It is unknown if Josh D’Amaro will continue this trend of sending messages to D23 members.

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