Disney is preparing to lay off up to 1,000 employees in the coming months, primarily targeting its recently consolidated marketing department. This marks the first significant workforce reduction under new CEO Josh D'Amaro, who succeeded Bob Iger. As of the last fiscal year, Disney's global workforce was over 230,000, with around 172,000 employees based in the United States, and approximately 76% of its staff employed full-time. The layoffs are part of a broader trend in the entertainment industry, where companies are responding to economic uncertainties, including rising oil prices and geopolitical tensions. Previously, Disney had cut around 8,000 positions between 2023 and 2025, achieving $7.5 billion in cost savings. D'Amaro emphasized the need for the company to adapt to a rapidly changing market, stating that Disney is positioned to drive innovation and growth in the media landscape.