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BreakingFebruary 11, 2026

Disney's Incoming CEO Floats Premiering Films in Fortnite

Josh D'Amaro envisions expanded Epic Games partnership including movie premieres, cruise bookings, and Super Bowl experiences inside Fortnite's platform.

Object Wire Staff7 min readEntertainment & Technology

Disney Leadership

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Biography

Josh D'Amaro

Incoming CEO • March 2026

Complete biography of Disney's next chief executive, from his Cornell education through leadership of Disney Parks to his appointment as CEO effective March 2026.

Previous Role:Chairman, Disney Parks, Experiences and Products
Career Start:Joined Disney in 1998
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Strategic Direction

D'Amaro's Vision for Disney

  • Digital transformation and gaming platform integration
  • Expanded Epic Games/Fortnite partnership ($1.5B investment)
  • Reimagining film distribution and content premieres
  • Meeting younger audiences in virtual spaces
  • Technology-enhanced park and cruise experiences

Disney Coverage Areas

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Theme Parks

Disneyland, Walt Disney World, international resorts, new attractions, and park operations

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Streaming & Film

Disney+, theatrical releases, content strategy, and distribution innovation

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Business & Finance

Quarterly earnings, strategic partnerships, M&A activity, and investor relations

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Gaming & Tech

Epic Games partnership, Fortnite integrations, metaverse strategy, and digital innovation

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Cruise Line

Disney Cruise Line fleet expansion, Lighthouse Point, and vacation experiences

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Sports & ESPN

ESPN strategy, live sports rights, Super Bowl integration, and sports streaming

About The Walt Disney Company

The Walt Disney Company is one of the world's largest entertainment conglomerates, operating theme parks, film studios, television networks, streaming services, and consumer products divisions globally.

Founded in 1923 by Walt and Roy Disney, the company has grown from an animation studio to a diversified entertainment empire encompassing Marvel, Pixar, Star Wars, ESPN, ABC, and more.

Founded:October 16, 1923
Headquarters:Burbank, California
Current CEO:Bob Iger (until March 2026)
Incoming CEO:Josh D'Amaro (March 2026)
Major Properties:Disney, Marvel, Pixar, Star Wars, ESPN, ABC, Hulu

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