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Bob Iger: ‘ESPN Launching Direct-to-Consumer Product Not a Matter of If, But When’
"It’s interesting to note that ratings continue to increase on ESPN’s main linear channel even as cord cutting has accelerated."
ESPN, Penn Entertainment Deal Has Performance Incentives Worth Estimated $159M
The casino operator is paying $1.5 billion over the 10-year term with the right to extend the contract for another decade upon mutual agreement.
Kevin Mayer, Tom Staggs Return to Disney to Advise ESPN Strategic Partner Search
"They will work with Iger, ESPN Chairman Jimmy Pitaro and others to find the right match."
ESPN ‘Strategic Partner’ Likely to Come From Tech Sector
"The minority investment will aim to broaden distribution as ESPN works on executing “Project Flagship,” a plan to unveil a direct-to-consumer (DTC) offering."
Jimmy Pitaro: ‘ESPN Direct-to-Consumer Platform Will Not Replace Linear TV Channel’
"We believe that there are parties out there that can help us on the content side."
ESPN Has Reportedly Met With NFL, NBA About Minority Stake
"While a deal with a league would make sense for ESPN, it does raise a number of ethical questions."
Bob Iger: ‘I’m Ridiculously Passionate About News’
Days after eyebrow-raising comments, Disney CEO Bob Iger is reassuring his deputies -- especially at ABC and ABC News -- about their status with...
John Ourand: Most Likely ‘Strategic Partner’ for ESPN is Private Equity Firm
"By going the private equity route, Iger would have cover to manage the business more aggressively and move more quickly into sports gaming and streaming."
Bob Iger: Disney ‘Open-Minded’ to Finding ‘Strategic Partners’ for ESPN
"It's an advertiser's dream. There's a great demographic there."
Disney Extends Bob Iger Through 2026
"On my first day back, we began making important and sometimes difficult decisions to address some existing structural and efficiency issues, and despite the challenges, I believe Disney’s long-term future is incredibly bright."