Dana Walden is lately attracting lots of media attention following the controversial firing of Peter Rice by Disney boss Bob Chapek. According to reports, one of Rice’s top lieutenants, Dana Walden, the Chairman of Entertainment, Walt Disney Television, will succeed him.

Dana Walden salary per year at Disney

The move is a high-profile restructuring shift made by Disney CEO Bob Chapek as he continues to make his mark on the studio following the departure of Bob Iger.

Walden is the company’s Independent Director and has been a member of the board of directors since June of this year.

She is currently the Chairman of Disney Television Studios and ABC Entertainment, having previously served as the Chairman and CEO of Fox Television Group for nearly half a decade. Dana Walden, as an Independent Director is over $500,000 on average yearly at Disney.

Dana Walden net worth: How much is Dana Walden worth?

Per rumors, the 56-year-old has earned lots of cash from her prestigious position as well as her numerous income sources. Walden is believed to have in possession about $50 million dollars as of the beginning of the year.