Bob Iger
ON THE RECORD · 6 verbatim quotes · every quote source-verified
“We were involved in pursuing the new franchise in Vegas,”
Bob Iger · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-18
Bob Iger noted his group's initial interest in an expansion franchise in Las Vegas before pursuing the Lakers.
“And while that happened, it was suggested to us that maybe Mark Walter would be interested in selling his stake in the Lakers. And we immediately decided that given the value of the franchise and the iconic nature of the team, that we would be really smart to pursue it. The deal came together in three days.”
Bob Iger · said date not stated · reported 2026-08-18
Bob Iger explained how the deal to buy Mark Walter's stake in the Lakers quickly came together.
“it’s just so special to me to stand here, Town Square, Main Street, thinking about this place over 70 years ago, thinking about the millions and millions and millions of people that have come through, thinking about the thousands and thousands of cast members that have worked here and contributed mightily to what this is, and thinking about the legacy of the people who are represented in these windows, and realizing I’m now among them.”
Bob Iger · said 2026-08-16 · reported 2026-08-16
Iger reflected on Disneyland's history and the legacy of those honored with Main Street windows.
“This is more than a dream come true,”
Bob Iger · said 2026-08-16 · reported 2026-08-16
Iger reacted to receiving the Main Street, U.S.A. window honor.
“I stand here with a deep sense of wonder and humility and appreciation and gratitude for having the opportunity not just to work for the company that Walt Disney founded, but to run the company that he founded, and then to have the opportunity to be given this,”
Bob Iger · said 2026-08-16 · reported 2026-08-16
Iger spoke at the dedication of his personalized window on Main Street, U.S.A. at Disneyland Park during D23.
“It’s actually not even a dream come true, because I never could have dreamed this was possible.”
Bob Iger · said 2026-08-16 · reported 2026-08-16
Iger continued describing his reaction to the window dedication.