The House of Mouse Faces Major Leadership Changes.
Sean Bailey Departs as President of Walt Disney Motion Picture Studios; David Greenbaum Steps in According to Deadline, Sean Bailey has abruptly exited his role as President of Walt Disney Motion Picture Studios after a 15-year tenure.
His departure marks a significant shift in leadership at the House of Mouse. Taking his place is Searchlight Co-President David Greenbaum, who assumes the new title of President, Disney Live Action and 20th Century Studios. Overseeing Greenbaum will be Disney Entertainment Co-Chairman Alan Bergman, with 20th Century Studios President Steve Asbell reporting directly to Greenbaum.
Sean Bailey Will Still Work with Disney on Tron: Ares
Sean Bailey’s Future Plans Amid Departure from Disney Studio Revealed While initial rumors suggested that Sean Bailey might transition to Netflix’s film division, recent reports indicate otherwise. Despite stepping down from his position at Walt Disney Motion Picture Studios, Bailey remains committed to an ongoing project with Disney. Beginning his journey at Disney with the production of the 2010 hit Tron Legacy, Bailey is set to continue his involvement as a producer for the upcoming film Tron: Ares.
Alan Bergman, Disney Entertainment Co-Chairman, expressed gratitude for Bailey’s contributions, highlighting his significant role in shaping iconic stories for audiences worldwide. Bergman stated, ‘Sean has been an incredibly important member of the Studio’s creative team for well over a decade… I know he’ll continue to do great things, and I couldn’t be happier that he’s staying on as a producer of Tron: Ares
Sean Bailey Reflects on Departure from Disney: A Look Back at 15 Years of Success In a heartfelt statement, Sean Bailey bids farewell to Disney after an illustrious 15-year journey. Reflecting on his time with the studio, Bailey expressed gratitude to his dedicated team and celebrated the accomplishments they achieved together. Notably, Bailey’s tenure coincided with the production of Tron: Legacy, marking a poignant connection as he embarks on his next chapter while contributing to the latest installment in the franchise.
During Bailey’s leadership, Disney movies have amassed an impressive $7 billion in global box office revenue. His oversight included blockbuster live-action adaptations like Beauty and the Beast, Aladdin, and The Jungle Book, which resonated with audiences worldwide. Additionally, Bailey spearheaded the creation of original content for Disney+, including live-action reimaginings of classics like Lady and the Tramp and Pinocchio, along with highly anticipated sequels such as Disenchanted and Hocus Pocus 2.
As Bailey bids adieu, he extends his well wishes to Disney’s leadership, including Bob Iger and Alan Bergman, while expressing optimism for the studio’s future endeavours.
David Greenbaum
“David has an incredible creative sensibility and eye for film, and he has built a reputation as an exceptional leader and creative executive, as proven by his track record at Searchlight Pictures and deep relationships throughout the industry,” Bergman also stated, addressing the potential that Disney sees in Greenbaum. “I’m thrilled that he’ll be taking on this new and important role. We’ve had the great fortune to have a strong creative leader in Steve Asbell at 20th Century, and I’m excited for him to work closely with David as we take a more strategic look across both brands from a creative and operational standpoint. I also want to thank Sean Bailey for his many contributions and leadership over his tenure at Disney. Searchlight remains in excellent hands under the guidance of Matthew Greenfield.”
Greenbaum would also state, “I want to thank Bob Iger and Alan Bergman for the extraordinary opportunity to continue the legacy of fabled and groundbreaking storytelling at both Disney and 20th Century – it’s an honour and responsibility I don’t take lightly, and I’m eager to get to work with Steve Asbell and the teams. At the same time, the last 14 years working alongside and in partnership with my dear friend and colleague Matthew Greenfield have been unforgettable – Searchlight and the incredible team there remain the gold standard for quality in our business, and I look forward to watching their continued success in the years to come.”
Source: Deadline
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