Robert A. Iger, the CEO of The Walt Disney Company, has been a key player in the entertainment world for decades. His journey at Disney started back in 2000 when he became the President of Walt Disney International and then...

Robert A. Iger, the CEO of The Walt Disney Company, has been a key player in the entertainment world for decades. His journey at Disney started back in 2000 when he became the President of Walt Disney International and then served as the Chief Operating Officer. As CEO since 2005, Iger has led Disney through transformative times, including the groundbreaking acquisition of Pixar, Marvel, and Lucasfilm, which significantly expanded Disney's reach in film and media. After a brief break, he returned as CEO in late 2022 to guide Disney through challenging market conditions, especially during and post-COVID. Iger’s experience is vast, having worked his way up from various roles at ABC, where he started in 1974. In 2020, despite the pandemic challenges, Iger earned $1.14 million, which was a stark drop from his record $47 million in 2019, showing the impact of Disney's financial difficulties during that time. Today, he directly holds over 184,000 shares of Disney stock valued around $16 million, reflecting his commitment to the company. Recently, he was reappointed through 2026, and his performance-based bonuses can now go up to 500% of his base salary. His leadership is geared towards fostering Disney's legacy while adapting in a fast-changing entertainment landscape.