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Roy Oliver Disney (/ ˈ d ɪ z n i /; June 24, 1893 – December 20, 1971) was an American businessman who co-founded The Walt Disney Company with his younger brother Walt Disney. He also served as the company's first CEO and was the father of Roy E. Disney .
Roy Disney was a financial genius. But he was more than that in the same way that Walt Disney was more than a film producer. Here is a chance to learn more about him through his own words and recollections of his contemporaries. Even a small sample of his correspondence to Walt shows the caliber of person that was Roy Oliver Disney.
Quick Facts. Also Known As: Roy Oliver Disney. Died At Age: 78. Family: Spouse/Ex-: Edna Disney (m. 1925 – his death. 1971) father: Elias Disney. mother: Flora Call Disney. siblings: Walt Disney. children: Roy E. Disney. Born Country: United States. American Men Cancer Entrepreneurs. Died on: December 20, 1971.
Oct 1, 2021 · 50 years ago: Roy Disney made Walt’s dream come true. Ever wonder why it’s called Walt Disney World? And why Oct. 1, 1971 was opening day? Roy O. Disney and Mickey Mouse at the Oct. 25,...
Oct 9, 2016 · Roy Disney memo to Walt Disney, Sep 25, 1946. Roy O. Disney sometimes acted as an advance man for Walt who was immersed in production details, storylines, and almost everything else at the Studios. Roy kept Walt abreast of developments in succinct, vivid letters and memos.
May 29, 2012 · Roy Oliver Disney joined his brother Walt in 1923 in forming the Disney Brothers Studio, which is the company we know today as The Disney Company. Both Walt and Roy brought unique skills to the company. Walt was an artist and visionary, and knew how to motivate people into doing great things.
Roy O. Disney was an American businessman, becoming the partner and co-founder, along with his younger brother Walt Disney, of Walt Disney Productions, since renamed The Walt Disney Company. While Walt was the creative man, Roy was the one who made sure the company was financially stable.
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