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Disney is no longer asking a Florida court to dismiss a wrongful death lawsuit on the grounds that the victim’s family had signed up for its streaming service Disney+

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Soon after Bob Iger returned to Disney in late 2022, experiences chairman Josh D’Amaro went to the chief executive’s office with a book of data on the businesses he led. Theme parks and cruise ships were constrained only by their size.

Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. There has been plenty of drama at Walt Disney over the past decade. Since January 2016, the House of Mouse has released four Star Wars films, built a streaming platform, and overseen the departure and dramatic comeback of CEO Bob Iger.

Disney's months-long proxy war with activist investor Nelson Peltz in the rear-view mirror, attention is refocused on finding CEO Bob Iger's successor. The board has extended Iger's retirement date five times, continually deferring decisions about finding a replacement.

Disney enthusiasts are not only treated to a recently opened "World of Frozen" at Hong Kong Disneyland but are also teased with what lies ahead in Disney's ambitious global expansion plans. From enhanced parks and cruise lines to fresh experiences, the entertainment giant is gearing up for a transformative journey that extends far beyond the enchanted kingdom of Arendelle.

Hong Kong Disneyland has opened its first Frozen-themed attraction, with thousands of eager visitors turning up to experience the new rides

Disney has revealed the schedule and dates for its highly anticipated event, Destination D23, touted as «the Biggest Disney Fan Event of the year.» The event will take place from Friday, September 8 through Sunday, September 10 at Disney's Contemporary Resort in the Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando. In celebration of the company's 100th anniversary, Destination D23 promises attendees a captivating journey through every era of Disney storytelling. The event offers a unique opportunity to reflect on the last century of enchantment while looking forward to an extraordinary future for the company. The two-day program features a stellar lineup of speakers, including Disney archivists, historians, Imagineers, cast members, animators, and luminaries. Notable personalities include Disney Legends Bill Farmer and Don Hahn, the talented voice actors behind iconic characters such as Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, and Pluto. Other highlights include appearances by Bret Iwan, Kaitlyn Robrock, Ashley Eckstein, and Michael James Scott from Disney on Broadway's Aladdin.

Disney has created a specialized unit of senior employees and executives to oversee its move into the metaverse.