Jennifer Lee Steps Down as Disney Animation Chief, Jared Bush Takes Over

Lee will return to filmmaking to direct and write 'Frozen 3' and 'Frozen 4' as Bush assumes leadership of the storied studio.

Jennifer Lee, who led Disney Animation since 2018, is stepping down to focus on directing and writing the next two 'Frozen' sequels.
Jared Bush, co-writer and co-director of 'Encanto' and 'Zootopia,' will succeed Lee as Chief Creative Officer, effective immediately.
Lee's tenure saw successes like 'Encanto' but also notable flops, including 'Strange World' and 'Wish,' which struggled at the box office.
Bush will oversee the creative output of Disney Animation, including films, series, and associated projects.
Clark Spencer continues as President of Walt Disney Animation Studios, supporting the transition in leadership.