CEO Robert Iger

AceShowbizDisney CEO Bob Iger Announces Plans for 'Avengers' SequelAceShowbizAdmitting that the Walt Disney Pictures is pleased with the big success of the Marvel film, Iger says that the Earth's Mightiest Heroes movie is set to 'get a number of other films and franchises.' Walt Disney Pictures is moving forward with its plans ..."The Avengers" to assemble -- for a sequelLos Angeles TimesInternational companies banking on product placement as The Avengers shatter ...Daily MailAT THE MOVIES...Read Full Story

In news from THR, Disney CEO, Bob Iger, came out and said today that another "Avengers" film is in the works. Reiterating a previous statement made by Marvel Studios, Mr. Iger said that a third "Iron Man" and a second "Thor" are scheduled for 2013 and a sequel to "Captain America: The First Avenger" to come in 2014. He gave no date of arrival for the "Avengers" sequel. Iger was thrilled to reveal information about the box office numbers for "The Avengers" saying it "shattered domestic box...Read Full Story

Dear Mr. Iger, I, and many other Christians, find the program GCB on Disney/ABC deeply offensive. I'm personally requesting that you take it off the air.   Do You Like this Article? Then Like Us on Facebook.  When I worked for Disney in the early '80s, the company had very strict policies about treating "guests" with respect. The "cast member" was considered a more important part of the show than the food or the attractions. If a cast member had asked a guest if his wife was a good...Read Full Story

Robert Iger, chairman and chief executive officer of Walt Disney Co., talks about the company's films, technology development and business in ChinaRead Full Story

Admitting that the Walt Disney Pictures is pleased with the big success of the Marvel film, Iger says that the Earth's Mightiest Heroes movie is set to 'get a number of other films and franchises.'Read Full Story

Bob Iger, Walt Disney Company CEO, released this statement about the passing of Dick Clark. Mr. Clark passed away yesterday (April 18, 2012) at the age of 82. “For more than half a century, Dick Clark brought the best of American music to audiences across the country, creating careers and countless fans for artists on his iconic shows, ‘American Bandstand’ and ‘New Year’s Rockin’ Eve’,” Iger said. “We’re proud that ABC was home to those programs and will always be part of his legacy.” “On...Read Full Story

Globe and MailDisney CEO's Franchise Film Push Takes Toll as Ross ExitsBusinessWeekBy Christopher Palmeri and Michael White on April 21, 2012 Walt Disney Co. (DIS) (DIS) Chief Executive Officer Robert Iger's franchise-focused movie strategy will survive the downfall of the company's movie chief even after “John Carter” lost $200 ...Disney studio chief quits after 'John Carter' bombSan Francisco ChronicleRich Ross' departure sends aftershocks at DisneyLos Angeles TimesIt's bombs awayNew York...Read Full Story

Hollywood ReporterWalt Disney CEO Bob Iger Reacts to Dick Clark's DeathHollywood ReporterThe company head issues a statement celebrating Clark's decades of work introducing new musical artists to the American public. In the wake of Dick Clark's passing early Wednesday at age 82 from a heart attack, insiders have released a variety of ...Long before Ryan Seacrest, there was Dick ClarkSan Jose Mercury NewsReuters Entertainment News SummaryChicago TribuneCurtain falls on Dick Clark, but not on...Read Full Story

At Walt Disney Company’s Annual Shareholder meeting in Kansas City, President and Chief Executive Officer Robert A. Iger announced Heroes Work Here, a new company-wide initiative to hire, train and support returning veterans. The new program continues Disney’s long history of respect and appreciation for the U.S. Armed Forces by expanding the company’s commitment to recognize and honor the sacrifice and service of these men and women. Disney will provide at least 1,000 jobs and career...Read Full Story

Today at The Walt Disney Company’s (NYSE: DIS) Annual Shareholder meeting in Kansas City, President and Chief Executive Officer Robert A. Iger announced Heroes Work Here, a new company-wide initiative to hire, train and support returning veterans. The new program continues Disney’s long history of respect and appreciation for the U.S. Armed Forces by expanding the company’s commitment to recognize and honor the sacrifice and service of these men and women. As part of the initiative, Disney...Read Full Story