Bob Iger
Awards & Honours
3
Awards Won
6
Honours
4
Rankings
4
Covers
2
Records
Bob Iger's career is defined by his transformative leadership at Disney, where he oversaw the acquisition of four major entertainment properties, growing the company's market cap from $56 billion to $231 billion. His record of successful integrations, from Pixar to Marvel to Lucasfilm, is unmatched in the industry. He has been recognized with numerous honors, including multiple Emmy Awards and the Disney Legends Award in 2026.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
Disney Legends
Recognized for his transformative contributions to Disney.
Time 100
Named among the world's most influential people.
Time 100
Named among the world's most influential people.
Honorary Doctorate
Recognized for his career achievements.
Fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences
Elected for contributions to business and media.
National Football Foundation Gold Medal
Awarded for contributions to the sport and community.
Rankings & Lists
Time 100
Time 100
Best-Performing CEOs in the World
Most Powerful People
Magazine Covers
Time
2019-11-11
Disney's Streaming Bet
Fortune
2019-04-01
The Empire Builder
Hollywood Reporter
2022-11-15
Bob Iger Returns
Variety
2026-06-15
Iger Reveals Near-Miss Deals
Records & Feats
Largest acquisition in entertainment history
Orchestrated Disney's $71.3 billion acquisition of 21st Century Fox entertainment assets in 2019, the largest deal in the industry.
Highest price ever paid for a sports franchise
Co-led the $12.5 billion purchase of the Los Angeles Lakers in 2026, the most expensive sports team sale in history.