Chief Creative Officer Jennifer Lee will be stepping down from her position to focus on directing and writing Frozen 3, while also serving as executive producer for Frozen 4 alongside Marc Smith.

Effective immediately, the talented filmmaker Jared Bush, known for his Oscar-winning work on Encanto, has been named the new Chief Creative Officer of Walt Disney Animation Studios. Bush, who has been a prominent creative force at Disney Animation for the past decade, will report directly to Disney Entertainment Co-Chairman Alan Bergman.

Jennifer Lee, who has been serving as the Chief Creative Officer for the division since 2018, will now be able to fully immerse herself in filmmaking once again. She expressed her gratitude to Bob Iger and Alan Bergman for their support and thanked Jared Bush for his leadership. Lee emphasized her belief in Bush's exceptional talent and expressed her excitement to collaborate with the team of artists, animators, and storytellers at Disney Animation.

Alan Bergman, Disney Entertainment Co-Chairman, expressed his enthusiasm for Bush taking the reins of the storied studio, praising his skills both as a filmmaker and an executive. Bergman also acknowledged Jennifer Lee's passionate leadership and acknowledged that she has made an indelible mark on Disney Animation and the industry.

As the newly appointed Chief Creative Officer, Jared Bush will oversee the creative output of Disney animation across films, series, and related projects. With an impressive track record that includes writing and directing Encanto, co-directing and co-writing the Oscar-winning film Zootopia, and contributing to the success of the hit movie Moana, Bush is well-positioned to shape the future of this legendary studio.

The highly anticipated sequels, Moana 2 and Zootopia 2, are also on the horizon, with Bush serving as a writer, executive producer, and director for these upcoming films. With his passion and dedication to animation, Bush's appointment as Chief Creative Officer signifies a new chapter at Disney Animation.

Disney Animation President Clark Spencer, a thirty-year Disney veteran and Oscar-winning producer, will continue in his role, ensuring continuity and expertise within the studio.

Fans can look forward to the continuation of the beloved Frozen story under the skilled direction of Jennifer Lee, while Jared Bush, in his new position as Chief Creative Officer, will bring fresh ideas and creativity to the legendary studio. Exciting times lie ahead as Walt Disney Animation Studios continues to captivate audiences with its masterful storytelling and unforgettable characters.