Disney CEO addresses 'disappointment' that company hasn't criticized Florida's 'Don't Say Gay' bill

Bob Chapek
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Disney's boss is defending his silence on Florida's "Don't Say Gay" bill.

Disney CEO Bob Chapek in a memo to employees on Monday addressed "disappointment that the company has not issued a public statement condemning" controversial new legislation in Florida that would ban schools from teaching young kids about sexual orientation or concealing students' sexual orientation from parents. Disney has been facing pressure to speak out against the legislation given its business interests in Florida, but Chapek defended not doing so.

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Brendan Morrow

Brendan worked as a culture writer at The Week from 2018 to 2023, covering the entertainment industry, including film reviews, television recaps, awards season, the box office, major movie franchises and Hollywood gossip. He has written about film and television for outlets including Bloody Disgusting, Showbiz Cheat Sheet, Heavy and The Celebrity Cafe.