Jared Bush

Jared Bush, born on June twelfth, nineteen seventy-four, is a prominent American filmmaker renowned for his multifaceted contributions to the world of animation. As the chief creative officer of Walt Disney Animation Studios since two thousand twenty-four, he has played a pivotal role in shaping the studio's creative direction.

Bush is celebrated for his work on several acclaimed animated films, including the groundbreaking Zootopia, released in two thousand sixteen, and its highly anticipated sequel, Zootopia 2, set to debut in two thousand twenty-five. His creative prowess also shines through in Encanto, which won the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature in two thousand twenty-two.

In addition to his directorial achievements, Jared has penned screenplays for other beloved films such as Moana, released in two thousand sixteen, and its sequel, Moana 2, scheduled for two thousand twenty-four. He is also involved in the upcoming live-action remake of Moana, set to be released in two thousand twenty-six.

Beyond feature films, Bush co-created and executive produced the Disney XD animated series Penn Zero: Part-Time Hero, which aired from two thousand fourteen to two thousand seventeen, showcasing his versatility and commitment to storytelling across various platforms.