Backstage News On Potential Partnership Between WWE And Disney In 2027 - Wrestling Inc.
WWE is exploring live events, fan experiences and Disney+ programming as part of a broader collaboration with Disney, sources said.
- On Tuesday, TKO COO Mark Shapiro confirmed at the Goldman Sachs Communacopia Technology Conference that WWE is discussing special events with The Walt Disney Company for 2027 to bring their audiences together.
- WrestleVotes on Fightful Select reported that discussions between the companies have occurred for quite some time, predating WWE's broadcast deal with ESPN and reflecting TKO's expansion strategy.
- Plans reportedly involve The ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex, which can accommodate nearly 10,000 people for fan experiences, festivals, and WWE-themed events.
- Beyond live events, discussions encompass a potential Disney Cruise Line featuring WWE-themed experiences and an engagement hub similar to the ESPN Fan House.
- Although plans remain speculative, the partnership aims to attract family audiences and boost TKO revenue by integrating WWE content into Disney's Florida venues.
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WWE's Interest In Disney Predates ESPN Deal
Details about a potential WWE-Disney collab. Following TKO President Mark Shapiro's comments about a potential partnership between WWE and Disney, WrestleVotes on Fightful Select inquired about WWE's interest in working with Disney. "WWE’s interest in working with Disney predates its ESPN deal, @WrestleVotes Radio on @FightfulSelect has learned. The ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex…
WWE’s Disney Talks Started Before The ESPN Deal
WWE’s interest in a relationship with Disney predates the ESPN deal, according to Fightful Select. The report follows TKO President Mark Shapiro’s comments about a possible WWE and Disney partnership for 2027. A source told the outlet that talks have covered more than WWE-branded events at Disney properties in Orlando, Florida, though nothing is official. One idea discussed is the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex, which has a 9,500-seat arena t…
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