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Robert A. Iger (born 10 February 1951) is an American media executive who serves as the CEO of The Walt Disney Company. He previously served as CEO from 2005 to 2020 and returned to the role in 2022. Iger is credited with modernizing Disney through a series of massive strategic acquisitions: Pixar, Marvel, Lucasfilm (Star Wars), and 21st Century Fox. His leadership transformed Disney from a struggling media giant into an entertainment behemoth with a dominant content library. He also oversaw the launch of Disney+ to compete in the streaming wars. His return in 2022 was aimed at stabilizing the company after a turbulent period under his successor, Bob Chapek.
Acquired Pixar ($7.4B), Marvel ($4B), and Lucasfilm ($4B), revitalizing Disney's IP
Oversaw the opening of Shanghai Disney Resort
Launched Disney+ streaming service
Criticism for his high compensation packages
Handling of the political dispute with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
Recent box office struggles of Marvel and Disney animation films
News articles featuring Bob Iger
Honorary Knight Commander of the Order of the British Empire (KBE)
Writer's Guild and SAG-AFTRA strikes (2023) where his comments were seen as out of touch
