Pixar Veteran Jim Morris Moving To Emeritus Position; Jonathan Garson Named New President

News Briefvia DeadlineNovember 5, 2026

A big hand-off is underway at Disney’s Pixar animation studio as longtime 21-year vet Jim Morris will segue to President Emeritus after 12 years in the position. He’ll be succeeded by 30-year-plus Disney vet Jonathan Garson. This is all effective on Jan. 4, 2027.

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