Last Year’s Disney CEO Predictions Were Eerily Accurate; Will This Year’s Predictions Be as Precise?

This past November was full of surprises for Disney fans as the return of Bob Iger as CEO was announced. As Bob Chapek was hastily ousted, Bob Iger took up the reigns again and dove right into the role of Chief Executive Officer of the Walt Disney Company.

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Many fans were elated to hear the news of Bob Chapek’s dismissal and Bob Iger’s return. After all, many recent historical Disney moments were the work of Bob Iger, such as the purchases of Pixar Animation Studios, Marvel Studios, Lucasfilm, and 21st Century Fox.

Not only that, but the recent troubles regarding a visit to Disney Parks have created a rift between loyal fans and Bob Chapek and have made many fans yearn for the golden age of visiting the happiest and most magical places on Earth.

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In short, Bob Iger’s timely return has reinvigorated many Disney fans who have become alienated as a Disney vacations become more complicated and expensive than ever. Who could have seen the legendary CEO’s return? Well, Alex Sherman did!

Last year’s version of this article included a wild prediction that Iger would return as Disney’s CEO. 👀 https://t.co/69QVMkZvGz

— Scott Gustin (@ScottGustin) December 18, 2022

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Theme park reporter Scott Gustin points out that in his predictions for 2022, Sherman correctly anticipated Bob Iger’s return after speaking with ten anonymous media executives. This year, Alex Sherman is back with even more predictions.

This year executives have a wide range of Disney predictions including Iger extending his deal, a former Disney exec returning as CEO, McCarthy leaving the company, and even the possibility of Disney acquiring Netflix.

Tug on the yellow strap, please. The ride is starting.

— Scott Gustin (@ScottGustin) December 18, 2022

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After conversing with 12 anonymous media executives, this year’s predictions include Bob Iger staying on for even longer, another former Disney executive taking the place of CEO, Christine McCarthy leaving the Walt Disney Company, and even Disney purchasing Netflix. What do you think will happen within the New Year?

If you’d like to read Alex Sherman’s full report of predictions for 2023, you can find it here.