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Disney Weighs Co‑CEO Plan for Dana Walden and Josh D’Amaro, With Iger to Shift to Executive Chairman

Directors have examined Netflix’s co‑leadership template, drawing skepticism about how it would work inside Disney’s culture.

Overview

  • CNBC reporting says the Disney board has discussed naming Dana Walden and Josh D’Amaro as co‑CEOs to succeed Bob Iger.
  • Under the scenario, Iger would become executive chairman after consulting Netflix’s Ted Sarandos about that company’s co‑CEO model.
  • Disney has not confirmed any decision and a spokesperson declined to comment, with a formal succession choice expected around early 2026.
  • Governance experts caution that shared authority could struggle at Disney, citing internal politics and the risks of unclear lines of power.
  • Supporters see dual leadership as a way to keep both contenders and avoid losing the runner‑up, even as industry chatter currently favors D’Amaro.