Disney Reaches $43M Settlement in Gender Pay Discrimination Lawsuit
Disney agrees to pay $43.25 million to settle a class-action lawsuit alleging gender-based pay discrimination affecting up to 14,000 female employees. The settlement includes commitments to improve pay equity practices through external consultants and regular reviews.
Disney CEO Bob Iger Cashes Out $42.7M in Stock Options Before Expiration
Disney CEO Bob Iger has sold over 372,000 company shares worth $42.7 million through vested stock options from 2014. The sale comes amid Disney's strong 27% stock performance this year and positive projections for its streaming services.
Star Wars Series 'Andor' Gains Creative Freedom After Season 1 Success
Showrunner Tony Gilroy reveals how critical acclaim for Andor's first season led to unprecedented creative autonomy from Disney for season 2. Despite a $250 million budget and production challenges, the lack of studio interference sets a new standard for franchise television.
Dick Van Dyke Reveals Emotional First Encounter with Mary Poppins Soundtrack
Legendary actor Dick Van Dyke shares how he was moved to tears upon first hearing the Sherman Brothers' musical compositions for Disney's Mary Poppins nearly 60 years ago. The 97-year-old star's touching revelation offers insight into the creative process behind one of cinema's most beloved musicals.
From Page to Screen: Decoding the Rich Mythology of 'Wicked' Before Its Epic Film Release
The upcoming 'Wicked' film adaptation transforms Gregory Maguire's revisionist take on Oz into a complex political thriller about power, discrimination, and unlikely friendship. Featuring Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, this two-part epic promises to challenge everything we thought we knew about the classic tale.
Disney+ Introduces Subscription Pause Feature to Adapt to Viewer Habits
Disney+ is set to launch a new feature allowing subscribers to pause their service for up to three months, following industry trends of flexible viewing patterns. The move comes as data shows increasing numbers of viewers rotating between streaming platforms based on content availability.
Star Wars' 'Andor' Season 2 Set to Premiere in April 2025
The critically acclaimed Star Wars series 'Andor' returns for its final season on Disney+ in April 2025. Fans can expect familiar faces from 'Rogue One' as the show bridges the gap to the film's events.
Agatha All Along: Marvel's Enchanting Return to Form
Marvel's 'Agatha All Along' breaks the spell of MCU fatigue, offering a refreshing blend of humor, heart, and magic. With stellar performances and a focus on character development, this series proves there's still life in the superhero genre.
Grammy Awards Set to Depart CBS for Disney in 2027 with Landmark 10-Year Deal
The Recording Academy announces a groundbreaking partnership with Disney, moving the Grammy Awards to ABC, Disney+, and Hulu starting in 2027. This shift marks the end of a 50-year run on CBS and promises to revolutionize how audiences experience music's biggest night.
Media Giants' $126 Billion Content Blitz: Reshaping Entertainment in 2024
Six major media companies are set to invest a whopping $126 billion in content for 2024, marking a 9% increase from the previous year. This unprecedented spending spree highlights the intensifying battle for viewers in the streaming era and promises a year of unparalleled entertainment choices.