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Headquartered in Burbank, California, The Walt Disney Company—universally recognized simply as "Disney"—stands as an iconic pillar in the global media and entertainment landscape. Founded on October 16, 1923, by pioneering siblings Walt and Roy Disney, the empire began humbly as a small outfit known as the Disney Brothers Cartoon Studio. Since then, it has grown exponentially to become the most financially successful media conglomerate in the world, leaving competitors like NBCUniversal and WarnerMedia in its wake. Both of these rivals are owned by telecom heavyweights—Comcast and AT&T, respectively.
Initially operating under the names The Walt Disney Studio and Walt Disney Productions, the corporation adopted its current moniker, The Walt Disney Company, in a rebranding move in 1986. The multifaceted enterprise is divided into three core business units: Entertainment, which houses its film and television ventures; ESPN, its sports broadcasting arm; and Parks, Experiences and Products, responsible for its theme parks and merchandise.
Taking the helm as CEO in 2005, Robert Iger has guided the company's destiny, although he stepped back temporarily from 2020 to 2022. Under his stewardship, Disney has cemented its position in the Dow Jones Industrial Average, an exclusive index of 30 significant publicly-owned companies, since 1991.
At the heart of Disney's ubiquitous brand is its iconic mascot—Mickey Mouse. The creation of this endearing character is credited to Walt Disney himself, in collaboration with animator Ub Iwerks. Mickey Mouse not only personifies the creative spirit of Disney but also serves as the ultimate symbol of its enduring impact on global pop culture.