World News Tonight with David Muir Disney Names New CEO: D'Amaro to Succeed Iger
Feb 4, 2026
Josh D'Amaro, a 27-year Disney veteran who ran parks and global expansion, and Bob Iger, the former CEO who led major acquisitions, talk about Disney's future. They discuss balancing legacy with bold risk-taking. They explore AI investments and protecting creators. They cover streaming strategy and leadership transition plans.
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Disney Is A Cultural Institution
- Disney's cultural role matters as much as its business strategy for future leadership.
- Bob Iger says the next CEO must appreciate Disney's unique place in people's lives to move it forward.
27 Years Learning From The Inside
- Josh D'Amaro recounts 27 years at Disney and learning directly from Bob Iger.
- He emphasizes time spent in parks to understand what the brand means to families.
Ambitious Abu Dhabi Expansion
- Josh describes the rapid decision to expand into Abu Dhabi and the scale of the regional audience.
- He notes a four-hour flight radius from Abu Dhabi reaches a third of the world's population.