Bob Iger is starting a contemporary section after not too long ago handing the Disney keys over to new CEO Josh D’Amaro, and this period consists of some new awards.
The Perelman Performing Arts Middle (generally known as PAC NYC), which was the ultimate piece within the rebuilding of the World Commerce Middle after 9/11, is presenting Iger with the PAC NYC Icon of Tradition Award at its fall gala, set for Oct. 27. The night, which shall be offered by BNY, will honor Iger for his affect on tradition and influence on the planet whereas additionally celebrating the creative excellence of the Perelman Performing Arts Middle.
Michael R. Bloomberg — who serves as chair of PAC NYC — and Diane von Furstenberg — who obtained the Icon of Tradition honor in 2025 — made the announcement at an occasion at Diane von Furstenberg Studios in Manhattan’s Meatpacking District on Tuesday evening; Robin Roberts and PAC NYC creative director Invoice Rauch, who can also be co-director of the Tony-nominated Cats: The Jellicle Ball, had been additionally amongst these in attendance.
Mike Bloomberg, Diane von Furstenberg and Robin Roberts on the announcement occasion.
Courtesy of Bloomberg Philanthropies
“Bob Iger is one of the most ambitious and effective executives in the world, with 40 years of leadership in media and entertainment,” Bloomberg mentioned. “As CEO of Disney, he led one of the world’s most influential companies to new heights — including an unparalleled run of global box office hits. He’s been deeply committed to Lower Manhattan as a board member and supporter at the 9/11 Memorial and Museum, and as an early champion of the PAC. We’re also lucky to have him on the board at Bloomberg Philanthropies.”
Von Furstenberg added, “It is an honor to pass the baton of this prestigious recognition to my friend Bob Iger. Bob has been a super star all of his life… a visionary, an extraordinary leader as well as a wonderful husband, a loving father and compassionate citizen! No one deserves it more than him!”
PAC NYC’s gala will spotlight Iger’s story, which began in New York — and famously as a neighborhood weatherman in Ithaca — earlier than rising to the highest of Disney. All proceeds from the occasion will go on to the creative, civic and education schemes of PAC NYC.
