Disney Cuts Jobs at Pixar, ESPN & ABC News Across Three 2026 Rounds
NewsData.io · United States · Oct 4, 2026
Disney has conducted three rounds of layoffs in 2026, affecting marketing, Pixar (at least 116–150 employees), ABC News, and ESPN, with a broader television restructuring now planned under CEO Josh D'Amaro. The company is centralizing its TV operations to align with streaming consumption patterns, moving away from legacy broadcast silos. In April alone, Disney cut roughly 1,000 jobs, and voluntary early retirement packages were offered to senior executives in August. Recruiters should note growing candidate supply from media, broadcast, and streaming roles as legacy entertainment companies continue shedding headcount.
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