Disney’s Bob Iger Triumphs in Shareholder Vote

The company’s full slate of 12 directors, including Mr. Iger, was elected by a substantial margin over the nominees of Trian and Blackwells, Disney announced.

Bob Iger, CEO of the Walt Disney Co., attends the 96th Oscars Nominees Luncheon at The Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, Calif., on Feb. 12, 2024. Valerie Macon/AFP via Getty Images

BURBANK, Calif.—Walt Disney Co. chief executive Bob Iger on April 3 fought off an aggressive proxy challenge by billionaire activist investor Nelson Peltz in a vote at the Burbank-based company’s annual shareholders meeting.

The company’s full slate of 12 directors, including Mr. Iger, was elected by a substantial margin over the nominees of Trian and Blackwells, Disney announced.