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Disney Moves Away from Fox Brand; Studios Now 20th Century Studios and Searchlight Pictures

In a move that insiders reportedly characterized as “rather inevitable,” The Walt Disney Company has decided to drop the “Fox” branding from its 21st Century Fox properties, 20th Century Fox and Fox Searchlight Pictures studios. The Walt Disney Company acquired the 21st Century Fox properties, including 20th Century Fox and Fox Searchlight Pictures, for $71.3 … Disney Moves Away from Fox Brand; Studios Now 20th Century Studios and Searchlight Pictures

The 2021 D23 Expo: Should You Go?

Now that the 2019 D23 Expo has wrapped, one big question remains: should you attend the next D23 Expo? The 2019 D23 Expo sure had its ups and downs. Maybe in going over those, you’ll be able to determine if you should go in 2021. Cons 1. Uncertainty The Expo organizers decided to really crack … The 2021 D23 Expo: Should You Go?

Disney Settles Lawsuit Over ABC’s ‘The Last Days of Michael Jackson’

The Walt Disney Company and the Michael Jackson Estate have reached a settlement over a lawsuit that stems from the 2018 ABC television special, The Last Days of Michael Jackson. The Jackson Estate sued claiming copyright infringement as the special included portions of over 30 songs and videos that belong to the state. According to … Disney Settles Lawsuit Over ABC’s ‘The Last Days of Michael Jackson’

Time Magazine Names Disney CEO Bob Iger its Businessperson of the Year

Today, Time Magazine named The Walt Disney Company CEO Bob Iger its Businessperson of the Year. Each year, Time names a Person of the Year, along with an Athlete, Guardian (public servant), Entertainer, and Businessperson of the Year. Time calls Iger’s success at Disney “one long CEO highlight reel,” but adds that that 2019 “was … Time Magazine Names Disney CEO Bob Iger its Businessperson of the Year

Disney, ABC Networks and Disney-owned TV Stations Kick-Off Toys for Tots Drive

Disney Media Networks, which includes company owned televisions stations, ABC, ESPN, Disney Channel, and various other cable channels, has announced their participation in a toy drive to benefit Toys for Tots. The World’s Ultimate Toy Drive will include various activities across the division aimed at inspiring families to give back to less fortunate kids this … Disney, ABC Networks and Disney-owned TV Stations Kick-Off Toys for Tots Drive

Disney Partners with Disaster Relief Organizations to Help with Recovery Efforts in The Bahamas

After Hurricane Dorian ravaged the Northern Bahamas, The Walt Disney Company, led by Disney Cruise Line, dedicated more than $1 million in cash and in-kind support to help provide hurricane relief and recovery efforts. Today, Disney shared details about how the $1 million contribution has benefited the people of The Bahamas. Disney has teamed up … Disney Partners with Disaster Relief Organizations to Help with Recovery Efforts in The Bahamas

Walt Disney Co. 4th Quarter Earnings Show Solid Results, Higher Revenue Across All Segments

This afternoon, The Walt Disney Company released their earnings report for the 4th fiscal quarter of 2019 (ending September 30, 2019) and 2019 fiscal year, showing revenue up 34% and income up 5% over last year for the quarter, and revenue up 17% and income down 5% for the year. Bob Iger said in a … Walt Disney Co. 4th Quarter Earnings Show Solid Results, Higher Revenue Across All Segments