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Former Disney CEO Michael Eisner says he can’t remember why he green-lit the Kingdom Hearts pitch, a memory jogged by talk of its Tokyo pitch. Sega Japan executives warned the project might not clear Disney HQ, but after meetings with U.S. leadership it was approved, helping launch a long-running franchise that now has KH4 on the horizon, even as related projects like Kingdom Hearts: Missing-Link were cancelled.
Former Disney CEO Michael Eisner says he doesn’t recall approving the Square Enix/Disney crossover Kingdom Hearts; a Tokyo pitch and Shuji Utsumi’s account suggest he did approve it but can’t remember why. The piece notes the origin of Kingdom Hearts in Eisner’s era, mentions the KH Collection I–III releasing in October, and references KH4 with possible news at D23.
Former Disney CEO Michael Eisner says he doesn’t remember why he greenlit Square Enix’s Disney/Final Fantasy crossover Kingdom Hearts, telling a press conference he can’t recall the rationale behind approving the game—leaving the pitch’s purpose a mystery even as the franchise persists.
Former Disney CEO Michael Eisner publicly defended Jimmy Kimmel after ABC suspended him indefinitely over controversial remarks, criticizing the move as an example of government and corporate overreach and emphasizing the importance of free speech.
Former Disney CEO Michael Eisner has publicly supported current CEO Bob Iger in the proxy battle against Nelson Peltz's Trian Fund Management, which aims to secure two seats on Disney's board. Eisner warned against bringing in outsiders to disrupt the company and emphasized the importance of experienced leadership. Despite some influential support for Peltz, including from proxy advisory firm ISS, Iger and Disney have garnered backing from notable figures such as Disney family members, George Lucas, and Laurene Powell Jobs.
Former Disney CEO Michael Eisner voices support for current CEO Bob Iger and the company's board in their proxy fight with Nelson Peltz's Trian Partners, warning against bringing in someone without industry experience to disrupt leadership. Other high-profile figures, including George Lucas and the families of Walt Disney and Roy Disney, have also expressed support for Iger and the board, while influential advisory firm Institutional Shareholder Services recommended a vote for Peltz, posing a setback for Disney's board.
Bazooka Candy Brands, known for its popular bubble gum and candies, has been sold for $700 million to private equity firm Apax Partners. The company was previously owned by Michael Eisner's private investment firm and private equity group Madison Dearborn Partners. Bazooka Candy Brands, which includes lollipop brands like Ring Pop and Push Pop, was originally part of The Topps Company Inc. before being acquired in 2007.