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Disney names interactive, product chair as new head of ESPN

Walt Disney Co.'s Chairman of Consumer Products and Interactive Media James Pitaro will be the new president of ESPN Inc. and co-chair of Disney Media Networks, the company said March 5.

Pitaro succeeds former ESPN President John Skipper, who abruptly resigned in December 2017 after acknowledging a substance addiction. Pitaro, who joined Disney in 2010, will report directly to Disney Chairman and CEO Bob Iger.

"Jimmy is a talented and dedicated leader with the right strategic vision, relentless drive and passion for sports required to lead the stellar ESPN team at this incredibly dynamic time," Iger said in a statement. "Jimmy forged his career at the intersection of technology, sports and media, and his vast experience and keen perspective will be invaluable in taking ESPN into the future."