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Disney Ultimate Toy Drive Delivers Joy to Kids in Need This Holiday Season

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023

Today, The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS) launched its annual Disney Ultimate Toy Drive supporting the Marine Toys for Tots Program to help deliver toys to children in need this holiday season.

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  • Today, The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS) launched its annual Disney Ultimate Toy Drive supporting the Marine Toys for Tots Program to help deliver toys to children in need this holiday season.
  • Last year the organization set a record of distributing more than 24 million toys to nearly 10 million children, thanks in part to the collaboration with the Disney Ultimate Toy Drive.
  • Disney Theatrical Group will encourage audience members to support the initiative at select shows by featuring the Disney Ultimate Toy Drive in Playbills.
  • At Disney Springs at Walt Disney World Resort, collection bins are located at the World of Disney store, Marketplace Co-Op, Star Wars Galactic Outpost, and the Disney Springs Welcome Center.

Out Shines Bright with the Out100: Spotlighting 2023's Leading LGBTQ+ Trailblazers

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023

LOS ANGELES, Oct. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Out is excited to unveil its annual Out100 list, a hallmark celebration spotlighting the year's most influential and pioneering LGBTQ+ figures. The Out100 is the magazine's most esteemed tradition, now entering its 29th year running and serving as a beacon of recognition for the most impactful LGBTQ+ individuals shaping the narrative of culture, business, politics, healthcare, and more.

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  • Out100 2023 honorees also include Colman Domingo, Dylan Mulvaney, Jonathan Bailey, Sasha Colby, Gio Benitez, Robin Roberts, Wayne Brady, Brittney Griner and many more.
  • "From music to politics, business to culture, our honorees have opened doors and created possibilities for others," said Daniel Reynolds, Editor-in-Chief of Out.
  • This year's Out100 TV Special will live stream on AdvocateChannel.com and on-demand on the Advocate Channel App beginning November 25th.
  • For the first time, ABC Owned Television Stations are the Official Media Sponsor of the Out100 TV Special.

THE WALT DISNEY COMPANY AND CHARTER COMMUNICATIONS ANNOUNCE TRANSFORMATIVE AGREEMENT FOR DISTRIBUTION OF DISNEY'S LINEAR NETWORKS AND DIRECT-TO-CONSUMER SERVICES

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Monday, September 11, 2023

BURBANK, Calif. and STAMFORD, Conn., Sept. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS) and Charter Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ: CHTR) today announced a transformative, multi-year distribution agreement that maximizes value for consumers and supports the linear TV experience as the industry continues to evolve. As part of the deal, the majority of Disney's networks and stations will be immediately restored to Spectrum's video customers. 

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  • As part of the deal, the majority of Disney's networks and stations will be immediately restored to Spectrum's video customers.
  • In a joint statement Robert A. Iger, Chief Executive Officer, The Walt Disney Company, and Chris Winfrey, President and Chief Executive Officer, Charter Communications said:
    "Our collective goal has always been to build an innovative model for the future.
  • This deal recognizes both the continued value of linear television and the growing popularity of streaming services, while addressing the evolving needs of our consumers.
  • Effective immediately, Spectrum TV will provide its customers widespread access to a more curated lineup of 19 networks from The Walt Disney Company.

Dive Into Summer With Underwater Superheroes on National Geographic’s Annual SHARKFEST Beginning July 2

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Thursday, June 8, 2023

If you’re looking for the most authentic and comprehensive shark-viewing experience ever, look no further than National Geographic’s SHARKFEST.

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  • If you’re looking for the most authentic and comprehensive shark-viewing experience ever, look no further than National Geographic’s SHARKFEST.
  • Sink your teeth into summer with 72 hours of SHARKFEST programming, kicking off July 2 on National Geographic, Nat Geo WILD, Nat Geo MUNDO, Disney+, Hulu and ESPN2.
  • The go-to destinations for science-first shark content will take viewers up close and personal with the ocean’s apex predator.
  • Disney Channel, Disney XD, Disney Junior and Nat Geo Kids’ YouTube channels will all have new shark-themed shorts beginning Monday, July 3.

Sonia Coleman Named Chief Human Resources Officer of the Walt Disney Company

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Monday, March 13, 2023

Sonia Coleman has been named Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer of The Walt Disney Company, effective April 8, it was announced today by Robert A. Iger, Chief Executive Officer.

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  • Sonia Coleman has been named Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer of The Walt Disney Company, effective April 8, it was announced today by Robert A. Iger, Chief Executive Officer.
  • Coleman, who most recently has served as Senior Vice President, Human Resources for Disney Entertainment and ESPN, succeeds Paul Richardson, who is leaving the company after more than 15 years at Disney.
  • Prior to that, Coleman served as Senior Vice President, Human Resources for Disney General Entertainment from 2017.
  • Coleman joined Disney in 2008 as Vice President, Human Resources, Disney Consumer Products, a role she held for eight years.

Michelle Robinson Harper and Shelly Hill Crawford Named to Lead WBTV in Charlotte, North Carolina

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Tuesday, August 9, 2022

In addition, Gray announced that it promoted Shelly Hill Crawford to the new position of WBTV Station Manager effective July 20th, 2022.

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  • In addition, Gray announced that it promoted Shelly Hill Crawford to the new position of WBTV Station Manager effective July 20th, 2022.
  • Michelle Robinson Harper is a broadcast media leader with more than 37 years of experience in the Southeast.
  • Michelle received a BA in Radio, TV and Motion Pictures from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1985.
  • In late July, Gray selected Shelly Hill Crawford to fill the newly created position of Station Manager of WBTV.

FEEDING AMERICA® AND DISNEY CELEBRATE 10 YEAR COLLABORATION PROVIDING PRODUCE FOR FAMILIES IN NEED

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Thursday, July 14, 2022

CHICAGO, July 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As part of its commitment to help create healthier generations, The Walt Disney Company has made a contribution to Feeding America® to support efforts to source more produce and increase the number of nutritious meals provided to children and families who need it most. This year marks the 10th year that Disney and Feeding America have teamed up. To celebrate that relationship, Disney will fund 30 Feeding America member food banks throughout the U.S. In FY21, with help from donors like Disney, Feeding America secured more than 2.1 billion pounds of fruits and vegetables and plans to provide even more nourishing produce to families in need this year.

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  • To celebrate that relationship, Disney will fund 30 Feeding America member food banks throughout the U.S.
  • In FY21, with help from donors like Disney, Feeding America secured more than 2.1 billion pounds of fruits and vegetables and plans to provide even more nourishing produce to families in need this year.
  • "We are thrilled to celebrate 10 years of working with The Walt Disney Company," said Claire Babineaux-Fontenot, CEO of Feeding America.
  • In addition to the produce grant, Disney has collaborated with Feeding America on a variety of other initiatives over the years.

Schools Kick Off National Culture Week, April 25-29, Conversation Led by Young Hollywood to Change the Culture

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Wednesday, April 13, 2022

NEW YORK, April 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- More than 2,500 schools to date, representing students in Canada, England, Italy, Japan, the Philippines, the United States, and more, are registered as ambassadors of National Culture Week™, April 25-29 (Monday-Friday), developed by leading anti-bullying national non-profit STOMP Out Bullying.

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  • Young Hollywood panel leads Culture Shock event with STOMP Out Bullying to kick off National Culture Week, April 25-29.
  • Dedicated to "changing the culture," National Culture Week kicks off with the fourth annual Culture Shock virtual event on Tuesday, April 26, for schools across the country and around the world.
  • Led by celebrity panelists, Culture Shock is centered on sparking a conversation among today's youth on how to change the current culture of cruelty and exclusion to one of kindness and inclusivity.
  • All are encouraged to #ChangeTheCulture and follow @STOMPoutbullying online for more ways to get involved and help change the culture.

Participant, National Geographic Documentary Films, and Dr. Lorna Breen Heroes’ Foundation Celebrate Signing of the Dr. Lorna Breen Health Care Provider Protection Act

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Friday, March 18, 2022

Today, President Biden signed into law the Dr. Lorna Breen Health Care Provider Protection Act, a first-of-its-kind legislation that aims to reduce the stigma of seeking mental health assistance among health care professionals.

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  • Today, President Biden signed into law the Dr. Lorna Breen Health Care Provider Protection Act, a first-of-its-kind legislation that aims to reduce the stigma of seeking mental health assistance among health care professionals.
  • We are so proud to partner with the Dr. Lorna Breen Heroes Foundation as they celebrate this historic win, said Amanda Chen, Vice President of Social Impact at Participant.
  • We are thrilled to celebrate the news of the Dr. Lorna Breen Health Care Provider Protection Act being signed into law.
  • I am so happy that the Dr. Lorna Breen Health Care Provider Protection Act is being signed today, said THE FIRST WAVE director Matthew Heineman.

PARTICIPANT, NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC DOCUMENTARY FILMS, AND DR. LORNA BREEN HEROES' FOUNDATION CELEBRATE SIGNING OF THE DR. LORNA BREEN HEALTH CARE PROVIDER PROTECTION ACT

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Friday, March 18, 2022

LOS ANGELES and WASHINGTON, March 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, President Biden signed into law the Dr. Lorna Breen Health Care Provider Protection Act, a first-of-its-kind legislation that aims to reduce the stigma of seeking mental health assistance among health care professionals. Named after Dr. Lorna Breen, a New York City emergency room physician who tragically died by suicide in Spring 2020 after treating COVID-19 patients, the law marks a major step forward for the countless healthcare workers who have taken care of us for so long but without access to the care that they themselves might need.

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  • "We owe each of you our deepest gratitude for all you've done for us and for this country."
  • "We are so proud to partner with the Dr. Lorna Breen Heroes Foundation as they celebrate this historic win," said Amanda Chen, Vice President of Social Impact at Participant.
  • "We are thrilled to celebrate the news of the Dr. Lorna Breen Health Care Provider Protection Act being signed into law.
  • "I am so happy that the Dr. Lorna Breen Health Care Provider Protection Act is being signed today," said THE FIRST WAVE director Matthew Heineman.