https://pjmedia.com/lifestyle/2012/04/21/disneys-rich-ross-the-rise-and-fall-of-an-entertainment-mogul/feed/PJ Media is a leading news site covering culture, politics, faith, homeland security, and more. Our reporters and columnists provide original, in-depth analysis from a variety of perspectives.en-usWed, 10 Jun 2026 09:07:56 -0400<![CDATA[After two and a half years at the helm of Walt Disney Studios, Chairman Rich Ross, 50, stepped down on Friday. Ross’ departure comes on the heels of the high-profile failure of the sci-fi/fantasy epic John Carter. The $250 million film, which Disney hoped would be the year’s first blockbuster, only earned $269 million worldwide. After distribution and marketing expenses, John Carter‘s dismal take equals a loss of $80-120 million for Disney.]]>Sat, 21 Apr 2012 07:43:01 -0400<![CDATA[Chris Queen]]>https://pjmedia.com/chris-queen/2012/04/21/disneys-rich-ross-the-rise-and-fall-of-an-entertainment-mogul-n139655