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The report paints a vivid picture of the personal and professional rivalry between Iger and Chapek. Former Disney executives reveal that Iger's meddling went beyond typical corporate oversight; he was actively undermining Chapek from within, often working behind the scenes to favor his vision and visionaries aligned with him. Chapek, described as more pragmatic and less Hollywood-centric, was marginalized, with Iger reportedly favoring a Hollywood lifestyle—rubbing shoulders with celebrities, yacht outings, and high-society soirées—compared to Chapek's down-to-earth, Midwestern business approach.