Disney’s succession plans have been up in the air for years now, particularly after CEO Bob Iger’s departure in 2020 and abrupt return two years later after a failed stint by his hand-picked replacement,

This timing reflects the progress the Succession Planning Committee and the Board are making, and will allow ample time for a successful transition before the conclusion of Bob Iger’s contract in December 2026.

Disney plans to find a successor to current CEO Bob Iger “in early 2026,” according to a statement released to The New York Times.