Disney Bombshell: Peter Rice Ousted as Head of TV Division, Replaced by Dana Walden
thewrap.comThe New York Times, his departure is not due to any behavioral issues. In a statement that pointedly does not acknowledge Rice’s years of service, Disney announced that Walden will become chairman of Disney General Entertainment Content, effective immediately.
She now oversee the development and production of more than 300 shows per year across Disney’s various small-screen platforms, which include Disney+, Hulu, FX, ABC and Disney Channel.
His contract, which was renewed last August, ran until the end of 2024 and the company is expected to pay it out, according to the Times.“Dana is a dynamic, collaborative leader and cultural force who in just three years has transformed our television business into a content powerhouse that consistently delivers the entertainment audiences crave,” Chapek said in a statement.
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