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Disney Sued by Florida for Control of Theme Park’s Expansion
A board appointed by Gov. Ron DeSantis claims the company cut a “back room deal” to control development at Walt Disney World.
Writers, Seeking Pay Change for the Streaming Era, Prepare to Strike
In the 16 years since the entertainment industry’s last strike, sweeping technological change has upended the television and movie business.
DeSantis Allies Vote to Nullify Disney’s Control of Florida Resort
The action is the latest in a string of moves against Disney by the governor and his allies, and the company is likely to fight...
DeSantis Allies Vote to Nullify Disney’s Control of Florida Resort
The action is the latest in a string of moves against Disney by the governor and his allies, and the company is likely to fight...
DeSantis Appointees Seek to ‘Void’ Disney World Agreement
A board overseeing the resort wants lawyers to prepare a resolution to stop Disney from maintaining vast control over the complex for decades to come.
DeSantis, in Latest Volley Against Disney, Suggests Punitive Steps
The Florida governor also described proposed legislation he said would override the company’s effort to sidestep oversight of its theme parks.
‘Super Mario Bros. Movie’ Brings Family Box Office Roaring Back
The film’s blockbuster opening weekend raised hopes that animation, once one of Hollywood’s safest bets, had recovered from the pandemic.
DeSantis Asks Florida Authorities to Investigate Disney World Board
The governor sent a letter to the state inspector general regarding Disney’s efforts to limit state oversight of its theme park resort.
DeSantis’s Oversight Board Said Disney Stripped It of Its Power
The Florida governor’s new Disney World oversight board belatedly realized that the company had quietly sidestepped its control.
Disney Lays Off Ike Perlmutter, Chairman of Marvel Entertainment
The move was part of a company cost-cutting campaign and came after Mr. Perlmutter was part of an unsuccessful attempt to shake up Disney’s board.