Overview

• Kimmel publicly endorsed Walden during an appearance at the Screentime Conference in Los Angeles, saying she has done a great job.
• The endorsement follows Kimmel’s recent suspension, during which he says Walden offered guidance and support as he worked toward returning to air.
• Bob Iger’s contract runs through 2026, and reporting indicates he is consulting with board members as the succession process continues.
• Industry reaction is divided, with some Disney executives praising Kimmel’s remarks while others continue to back Disney Parks chief Josh D’Amaro.
• Coverage positions Walden and D’Amaro as the leading internal candidates, and notes that Kimmel’s visibility could shape perceptions without affecting the board’s authority.