Roy E. Disney has passed away at the age of 79-years old.  Roy was integral in the growth of Disney over the past several decades.  He started working at Disney as a writer and producer.

His uncle, Walt Disney, was the mastermind behind everything Disney – from Mickey Mouse to the film franchise and lucrative theme parks.

Roy’s father, Roy Disney, took over after Walt’s untimely death in 1966. The elder Roy was the businessman and continued to grow Walt’s dreams and complete Walt Disney World in Orlando.

The younger Roy led two shareholder revolts to remove Walt’s son-in-law, Ronald William Miller, and later Michael Eisner from the company.

He is survived by his current wife Leslie DeMeuse-Disney, ex-wife Patricia Ann-Dailey of 52 years, and four children.  He had been battling cancer.

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