Entertainment · November 5, 2026
Pixar Taps Jonathan Garson as President With Jim Morris Stepping Back to President Emeritus
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Pixar Animation Studios has announced a leadership transition scheduled for January 4, 2027. Jonathan Garson, a Disney veteran of over 30 years, will succeed Jim Morris as the studio's president. Morris, who has been with Pixar for 21 years and served as president for 12, will move into a president emeritus role. In this capacity, he will remain executive producer for the upcoming "Incredibles 3" and oversee talent development and technology initiatives across Pixar and Walt Disney Studios. Pete Docter remains Chief Creative Officer, and Jonas Rivera will take on an expanded role as Creative Executive VP of filmmakers and development.
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Reported by multiple outlets
- Jonathan Garson will become the new president of Pixar
- Jim Morris is transitioning to a president emeritus role
- Jim Morris served as Pixar president for 12 years and has been at the studio for 21 years
- Pete Docter will continue in his role as Chief Creative Officer
- Jim Morris will remain executive producer of 'Incredibles 3'
- The transition involves focusing on talent development and technology initiatives
Reported by only some outlets
- The leadership changes take effect on January 4, 2027
- Jonas Rivera is being elevated to Creative Executive VP
- Jonathan Garson is a veteran of over 30 years at Disney
- Alan Bergman, Disney Entertainment co-chairman, announced the changes
- Both Garson and Morris will report to Alan Bergman
Confirmed
- Jonathan Garson will succeed Jim Morris as Pixar President
- Jim Morris will become President Emeritus
- Pete Docter remains CCO
- Jim Morris is executive producer for 'Incredibles 3'
- Jonas Rivera is moving to Creative Executive VP
Reported
- The changes take effect on Jan. 4, 2027 (The Hollywood Reporter)
- Jonathan Garson is a 30-year-plus Disney veteran (Deadline)
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