Joe Earley '88

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Disney Entertainment announced this week that, effective immediately, Joe Earley '88 will lead the company's streaming businesses, including Disney+, which he helped to launch, and Hulu, of which he is currently president. Earley, who will report to co-chairmen Alan Bergman and Dana Walden, will continue in his Hulu role until the company identifies a replacement.

“Joe has proven himself to be an extraordinary asset and is uniquely positioned for this role as we guide Disney’s streaming strategy into the future,” Bergman and Walden said in a joint statement. “His vast industry experience and deep understanding of what sets our prestigious portfolio of brands apart will be essential as we build on our robust direct-to-consumer efforts. Joe is a talented, passionate leader, committed to creative excellence, and we look forward to partnering with him in this next chapter.”

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