[1/3] FILEPHOTO: Executive Chairman of the Walt Disney Company, Bob Iger arrives at the world premiere for the film 'The King's Man' at Leicester Square in London, Britain December 6, 2021.
In his 15 years as Disney chief executive, Iger postponed his retirement four times, sidelining would-be successors.
read more Part of his mandate, according to Disney, is to work with the board to develop a successor to lead the company.
Chapek was among a shortlist of internal candidates vying for Iger's job, according to a source familiar with discussions.
Another seen as a top contender was Kevin Mayer, Disney's longtime head of strategic planning who had shepherded the successful launch of Disney+, according to sources.