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New Disney CEO Navigates Trump, Hollywood, and Admitting "I Don't Know"

Disney Names Josh D'Amaro as New CEO Amidst Industry Questions

Josh D'Amaro, chairman of Disney Experiences, was named the new CEO of the Walt Disney Company, succeeding Bob Iger, according to a Fortune report. The announcement on February 3, 2026, sparked speculation about D'Amaro's plans for the nearly $200 billion entertainment conglomerate, Variety reported. D'Amaro, who has spent nearly three decades with Disney, will assume his new role next month.

D'Amaro's appointment comes with several key questions, particularly regarding his relationship with Hollywood and how the company will manage its relationship with President Trump, according to Variety. Some industry observers are wondering if D'Amaro will be able to establish himself as a successful leader or if he will struggle in the role.

Prior to his career at Disney, D'Amaro initially planned to be a sculptor, enrolling at Skidmore College with that intention, Fortune reported. However, he changed course after an experience welding a 12-foot sculpture at the end of his sophomore year. D'Amaro has said that uncertainty, rather than a master plan, has guided much of his career, according to Fortune. He also believes that saying "I don't know" is one of the most important phrases in his career.

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