Disney CEO Josh D’Amaro, who stepped in after Bob Iger earlier this year, is reportedly focused on building a unified “super app.” The goal: streamline how audiences access Disney’s services by consolidating experiences into a single platform, potentially simplifying sign-ins and navigation across content, features, and related offerings.
Actress Qorianka Kilcher has filed a lawsuit against James Cameron and Disney, alleging the Avatar franchise used her facial features without permission. The complaint points to past statements suggesting Kilcher was the “real source” behind Neytiri’s design. The case raises fresh questions about consent and creative credit in big-budget character creation.
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Disney’s new CEO Josh D’Amaro laid out a growth strategy after the company posted results that beat estimates. He pledged continued focus on creative excellence, pushed for strengthening the streaming business, and pointed to live sports as a major opportunity. The plan also includes sustained investment in theme parks and cruise lines to drive longer-term expansion.
Olivia Rodrigo kicked off her Saturday Night Live hosting debut with a fast, funny monologue. Recalling her Disney days on Bizaardvark, she also took a playful jab at former co-star Jake Paul, contrasting her musical ambitions with his boxing career. She added a behind-the-scenes anecdote from her first acting job and teased her upcoming album with a wildly long title.
A Jimmy Kimmel joke has sparked a new showdown across US media. The White House is urging ABC to fire the late-night host over remarks about Melania Trump, placing Disney CEO Josh D’Amaro under intense pressure. The dispute also raises fresh free-speech questions as the FCC weighs license reviews for Disney-owned stations.
Bob Iger, the former Disney CEO who has exited the company, is rejoining Thrive Capital as an advisor. He already holds a stake in the venture firm and previously served as a venture partner there, making his return less of a debut and more of a homecoming for the investor behind major media turns.
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