Lucas Supports Disney CEO Bob Iger in Epic Battle Against Activist Investors at Shareholders’ Meeting
Los Angeles, California – Star Wars creator George Lucas has publicly voiced his support for Disney’s board of directors and CEO Bob Iger, advising shareholders to resist bids by two activist investor groups seeking seats on the company’s board. Lucas, who sold Lucasfilm to Disney in 2012 for $4 billion, expressed his confidence in Iger’s leadership and the long-term value of Disney. In a statement released on Tuesday, Lucas emphasized the importance of expertise in …