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George Lucas Comes Out In Support Of Bob Iger, Disney In Midst Of Proxy Battle: “Creating Magic Is Not For Amateurs”


George Lucas is the latest to come out in support of Disney as the company wages a bitter proxy war against activist investor Nelson Peltz.

STAR WARS: EPISODE III-REVENGE OF THE SITH, from left: Ian McDiarmid, director George Lucas, Samuel L. Jackson on setEverett Collection George Lucas is the latest to come out in support of Disney and CEO Bob Igert as the company wages a bitter proxy fight against activist investor Nelson Peltz, who is making a run for two seats on the company’s board. I was delighted to become a Disney shareholder because of my long-time admiration for its iconic brand and Bob Iger ’s leadership. I remain a significant shareholder because I have full faith and confidence in the power of Disney and Bob’s track record of driving long-term value.

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