Disney is laying off a few hundred employees in human resources and technology in a new round of job cuts reported on September 29, 2026, according to Reuters. The report cites a source familiar with the matter.
The reductions follow separate Disney layoff rounds in April and July. This latest round focuses on HR and technology rather than the film and television businesses affected by earlier cuts.
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| Reporting date | September 29, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Reported scale | A few hundred employees |
| Main teams affected | Human resources and technology |
Deadline reported that the reductions largely involve technology and HR, with Disney Entertainment Television and the motion picture studio outside this round. The cuts follow the conclusion of a voluntary early-retirement offer for eligible senior employees.
In April, Disney began a reduction expected to affect about 1,000 positions across marketing and other company functions. A separate July round affected several hundred positions across businesses including ESPN, Pixar and National Geographic. Those...
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