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'Don't Say Gay' | Why Disney has sacked its top TV exec

Why Disney has sacked its top TV exec
Why Disney has sacked its top TV exec

In this myGrapevine+ exclusive article, we explore why Disney has sacked its top TV exec, Peter Rice. It includes:

  • A look at why Disney's CEO Bob Chapek decided Rice wasn't a good fit with Disney's culture

  • How Rice's comments about a controversial Florida "Don't Say Gay" bill may have led to this decision

  • Why the sacking has caused outrage across Hollywood - and may end up doing Disney more harm than good.

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