Disney is cutting about 200 jobs in its ABC television sharing, according to an internal memorandum first reported by Status. Employees were notified Wednesday.
The extensions, about 6% of the news force of news, will mainly affect the ABC news division in New York. There will also be staff cuts and programming on free Disney Entertainment Networks and FX channels, for Wall Street Journal.
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“ABC News Group and Disney Entertainment Networks constantly evaluate new ways to effectively manage resources and increase efficiency,” read memorandum.
Changes in television programming and digital news are also part of the cuts.
ABC News Studios and TV shows “20/20” and “Nightline” will be consolidated in a team.
Meanwhile, Fivethirteight (538), the site directed by the data founded by Nate Silver, who had About 15 employees after dismissal from work Last year, it will close.
Oh Geez, I just saw the news about 538. My heart comes out of people there. They were extremely workers and produced a lot of data and penetration extremely valuable to all those who want to better understand politics. They deserved much better.
– Nate Silver (@Natesilver538) March 5, 2025
Disney has cut More than 8,000 roles Since 2023, for Bloomberg.