Bob Iger renamed Disney CEO; Chapek out

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Bob Iger, one of the most notable CEOs in the history of the Walt Disney company, is returning to run the media empire.

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Bob Chapek, who replaced Iger in 2020 as CEO, is stepping down immediately.

โ€œWe thank Bob Chapek for his service to Disney over his long career, including navigating the company through the unprecedented challenges of the pandemic,โ€ Susan Arnold, Chairman of the Board for Disney, said in a statement on Sunday night. โ€œThe Board has concluded that as Disney embarks on an increasingly complex period of industry transformation, Bob Iger is uniquely situated to lead the Company through this pivotal period.โ€