--Walt Disney Co. has fired Peter Rice as chairman of its entertainment and programming operations, according to the Hollywood Reporter.

--Sources told the Hollywood Reporter that Disney CEO Bob Chapek relieved the former Fox executive of his duties this week, with Mr. Rice's top lieutenant, Dana Walden, taking over his responsibilities.

--Disney and Mr. Rice didn't immediately respond to a request for comment, according to the report.


Full story: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/business/business-news/disneys-peter-rice-ousted-in-major-executive-shake-up-1235161999/


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