- Murdoch's global media empire, including Fox, sold parts of its parent company to Disney in 2020.
- The acquisition of 20th Century Fox by Disney is driving the expansion of their shared universe.
Disney Integrates Tom Skerritt's Work from 21st Century Fox Library
What happened
Tom Skerritt, an actor known for roles in films like Top Gun and Steel Magnolias, died at age 93 on October 21, 2026. His work, which is part of the entertainment library acquired from 21st Century Fox, is currently being integrated into The Walt Disney Company’s library.
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Why it matters
The integration of content from 21st Century Fox expands the intellectual property and content library of The Walt Disney Company. This content is part of the larger effort by The Walt Disney Company to expand its shared universe following the acquisition of 21st Century Fox.
The acquisition of 20th Century Fox by Disney is driving the expansion of their shared universe.
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Who's involved
- The Walt Disney CompanyThe Walt Disney Company is incorporating the acquired content into its entertainment library.
- 21st Century Fox21st Century Fox was the source of the film and television assets being integrated.
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The entities involved
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The Walt Disney Company
American multinational mass media company
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21st Century Fox
American multinational mass media corporation (2013–2019)
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