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James Pitaro
American media executive and attorney From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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James Pitaro (also known as Jimmy Pitaro[1][2]) is an American media executive and attorney. On March 5, 2018, the Walt Disney Company announced he would become president of ESPN Inc.[3]
Early life and education
Pitaro graduated in 1987 from Edgemont High School in Edgemont, New York.[4] In 1991, Pitaro graduated from Cornell's College of Human Ecology with a Bachelor of Science degree in Consumer Economics And Housing. He was a player on the Cornell Big Red football team. Pitaro earned his Juris Doctor from St. John's University Law School in 1994.
Career
He previously worked for Yahoo's Media division, Wilson Elser Moskowitz Edelman & Dicker and Disney Interactive.[5]
On October 12, 2020, he was named Chairman, ESPN and Sports Content.
In February 2023 he was named Chairman, ESPN.[6]
Pitaro uses the principle of "Discuss. Debate. Decide. Align." in leading his teams.[7]
Personal life
Since 1997, he has been married to actress Jean Louisa Kelly.[8][9] They have two children.[10]
References
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