Debra O’Connell Named Chairman of Disney U.S. Entertainment TV, Oversees ABC, Hulu

Debra O’Connell has been promoted to Chairman of Disney Entertainment Television, taking charge of key brands including ABC, Disney Branded Television, and Hulu Originals. This leadership change consolidates creative and operational oversight under O’Connell, who reports to Dana Walden. As she sets her executive team, including Craig Erwich overseeing 20th Television, O’Connell is positioned to shape Disney's U.S. TV and streaming strategy going forward.