Robert Iger Quotations

We believe that, barring the unforeseen -- a significant downturn in the market -- the ABC network will likely be profitable in '05,

With this merger we have a unique opportunity to offer Disney shareholders ownership in a new radio leader that will be well positioned for long-term success.

would step up and participate as is their right.

We're seeing a great shift in how consumers spend money, and our business models need to be flexible. It used to be said that content was king, but the consumer is king.

I am encouraged by the solid momentum in our earnings and the financial and creative strengths that underpin these results.

I don't think it's out of the question that a DVD can be released in effect in the same window as a theatrical release. Although I'm sure we will get a fair amount of push-back on this from the industry, it's not out of the question. I think that all the old rules should be called into question because the rules in terms of consumption have changed so dramatically.

I got a sense that it's the kind of music that transcends the generation that was initially exposed to it,

There is no For Sale sign on our door.

Over time, viewers will come back to 'Millionaire' in higher levels than they are watching today,

That's what it's about, more than anything else, more than financials, more than technology, more than growing globally.

We are not predicting that the rating phenomenon will remain as high as it was, but nevertheless we did bring in substantial advertising revenue from it. We believe that the show is still and will continue to be strong.

Today's announcement of our proposed combination of the ABC Radio business with Citadel Broadcasting underscores our commitment to maximizing the value of our assets for our shareholders, while focusing our capital and management resources toward our core businesses.

We can't stand in the way and can't allow tradition to stand in the way of where the consumer can go or wants to go. Windows in general need to change. I don't think it's out of the question that DVDs could be released in the same window as the theatrical release. All the old rules should be called into question because the rules of consumption have changed so dramatically.

We're not looking to abandon them, we're not looking to betray them, we're not looking to do anything that is designed to harm their business. At the same time, what we can't do is we can't let a fear of that relationship being challenged or creating tension with them get in the way of following consumers who are going to other places. We just can't do that.

To say that I'm aggressive might be an understatement here. I'm thoroughly pleased with what ABC did and we're going to do more of it as a company on other sites.

We at least have an agreement to keep (ABC) on through mid-summer, and we would hope not to face the kind of situation we faced earlier this week,

The park is definitely ready for its grand opening,

When you know someone of Peter's dynamism and presence, you simply think they will always be there,

unforeseen -- a significant downturn in the (advertising) market.

We see tremendous potential with Disney Fairies, ... We believed it will become one of the Walt Disney Company's most successful properties.

We fully expect this is a giant step in the direction of growing the company and all its Disney brands and businesses in this very populous region,

We sold it in the upfront under relative conservative circumstances, actually expecting that there would be a decrease in ratings.

as the future as far as we are concerned.

As the forerunner to Mickey Mouse and an important part of Walt Disney's creative legacy, the fun and mischievous Oswald is back where he belongs.

There's really nothing special that I either planned or expect ... in a way be no different.

The bottom line is they were not in tune with what their customers wanted and what the world was demanding of them and I think it hurt them significantly. I don't want to wake up and see all the traffic moving onto new platforms.

As it relates to animation and the studio part of the company's overall plan to reduce staff ... the goal there is consistent with all of the company's divisions, and that is to reduce staff because of the general slowdown in competition,

This is the first giant step to making more content available to more people online. It is the future as far as I'm concerned. It's a great marriage between content and technology and I'm thrilled about it.

This is the first giant step in terms of making content available to more people in more places, ... This is just the beginning of what we believe will be a long and prosperous relationship between Apple and Disney.

This is the first giant step in making content available to more people in more places more often. It is the future as far as we're concerned.

This is a first giant step, ... It is the future, as far as we are concerned.

As millions discover the wonders of Hong Kong and China - one of the most rapidly growing travel destinations in the world - the future is indeed bright.

It is this combination that we believe will produce tremendous results over the long run,

It's going to be seen by, I'm told, as many as a billion people, which is tremendous,

it's rare that there are content issues for our product.

Consumers have a lot more authority these days and they know that by using technology they can gain access to content and they want to use the power that they have... We can't stand in the way and we can't allow tradition to stand in the way of where the consumer can go or wants to go.

Steve was instrumental in the development of numerous cable and online businesses, and played key roles in the enormous success of ESPN and the successful launch of the ABC Family Channel. We appreciate all that he has done...and wish him well.

None of the issues really rose to the level of what I call a major concern in our minds, because they were either exaggerated ---- and I won't be specific ---- or they were fixable,

It's vital for a company such as ours to be incredibly vigilant in terms of the consumer, ... Consumers today, using great technological tools, have many more choices in terms of how they spend their time, what they consume in terms of media and they do so in many different places on many different devices.

They want the rhetoric to end and they want to concentrate on what they do best.

The return of our NABET-represented employees and the closing of what has been a difficult period for all concerned - one that I wish could have been avoided - is a very welcome development.

Not only did he stand down and get out of the way, but he supported me all along, ... Michael has been exceptional in how he handled this transition.

In order for us to even consider a park there, we need to be sure we have access to television,

In terms of working together efficiently and synergistically, we believe we have achieved a great deal, ... But to go to the next level, we think it is important to relocate some of our employees to Los Angeles.

I don't think that it's out of the question that a DVD can be released in the same window as a theatrical release. I think that all the old rules should be called into question, because the rules, in terms of consumption, have changed so dramatically.

For the first time ever, hit primetime shows can be purchased online the day after they air on TV.