DeSantis' new Disney World board holds first meeting, hints at big changes including eliminating cities
The first meeting of the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District, Walt Disney World's new governing board, included discussion of COVID-19 measures by its conservative members.
Apple investor day, Powell testimony, jobs report top week ahead
Retail earnings, jobs data, Disney CEO Bob Iger speaking and Apple's investor day lead a busy week ahead for investors.
NBA's Adam Silver, former Disney executives on short list to replace Bob Iger
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver is reportedly on a short list of candidates to replace Bob Iger as the CEO of Disney.
Disneyland removes 'zip-a-dee-doo-dah' from parade over ties to controversial 1946 film
Disneyland removed the lyric "zip-a-dee-doo-dah" from its park parade this year over concerns regarding its origin in the controversial film "Song of the South."
DeSantis appoints 'Moms for Liberty' co-founder to new Disney World governing board
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on Monday appointed five members of the new Central Florida Tourism Oversight District board, which will govern the operations of Walt Disney World.
DeSantis warns ESG movement driven by 'woke' corporate CEO bullies in new book
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis issued a stark warning in his new book concerning the ESG movement, arguing that it is a way for the left to achieve certain goals through corporate power.
California man visits Disneyland 2,995 times, breaks Guinness World Record
Last week, the Guinness World Records recognized the 50-year-old as the world record holder for the most consecutive visits to Disneyland, an astonishing 2,995 days.
Disney shuts down Aerosmith roller coaster temporarily to refurbish the ride
Visitors at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in Florida are unable to ride the Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith starting Tuesday due to the company refurbishing it.
Disney California Adventure Park in San Fransokyo area slated to open this summer
The Walt Disney Company offered more information Monday on when the “Big Hero 6”-themed area planned for Disney California Adventure Park is expected to open.
Woman dies after falling from Disneyland structure in Anaheim, California
Police in Anaheim, California, are investigating after a woman fell to her death from Disneyland's Mickey and Friends Parking Structure on Saturday evening.
Disney workers rebel against return to office mandate
Disney employees are protesting the scheduled return to in-person work in March, filing a petition claiming it will "have unintended consequences that cause long-term harm to the company."
Fans rejoice after Tim Allen announces return to 'Toy Story,’ following Disney’s woke ‘Lightyear’ movie
Fans on Twitter were joyful after actor Tim Allen announced he'd be voicing "Buzz Lightyear" again after Chris Evans voiced the character in 2022's "Lightyear."
Florida bill revoking Disney's self-governing status heads to DeSantis' desk
The Florida legislature has passed a bill that would complete the state's takeover of Walt Disney World's special self-governing district, punishing the company for its public stand against parental rights legislation.
Disney's first-quarter earnings contain some notable elements
Disney released results for revenue and earnings above estimates from analysts, with CEO Bob Iger providing insights and updates on the entertainment giant in an earnings call.
Disney proxy fight over for Iger, Nelson Peltz claims victory
Activist investor Nelson Peltz of the Trian Group has announced the of his proxy fight with the Walt Disney Co and CEO bob Iger after the entertainment company unveiled restructuring plan that included cost cuts and 7,000 layoffs.
White House knocks DeSantis as Biden visits Florida: 'I would not get into a fight with Mickey Mouse'
White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre teased Republican Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis Thursday, questioning his administration's ongoing feud with the Walt Disney Company.
Disney to slash 7,000 jobs
Disney announced Wednesday it will lay off some 7,000 workers as part of a restructuring plan aimed at saving the company billions of dollars, becoming the latest company to cut jobs.
DeSantis vs. Disney: Florida governor declares 'there's a new sheriff in town'
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis swiped at Disney again on Wednesday morning, telling reporters at a press conference that there's a "new sheriff in town."
Disney’s Iger to face investors as he contends with activist, ESPN's future, streaming status
The Walt Disney Co. will report its latest fiscal fourth-quarter results after the market closes Wednesday as returning CEO Bob Iger faces several issues.
Disney's Reedy Creek Improvement District to get new name, governor-appointed board
The Reedy Creek Improvement District will not get dissolved under a bill filed during a special session in the Florida State Legislature on Monday.