Roy Edward Disney

Roy Edward Disney

Deceased · Born: Jan 10, 1930 · Died: Dec 16, 2009

Personal Details

BornJan 10, 1930 Los Angeles, California, USA
Spouse
  • Leslie DeMeuse

    ( Dec 31, 1969 to Dec 16, 2009 )
  • Patricia Ann Dailey

    ( Sep 17, 1955 to Jan 19, 2007 )
Parents
  • Roy O. Disney
  • Edna Disney
Relatives
  • Walt Disney (Aunt or Uncle)
  • Elias Disney (Grandparent)
  • Flora Disney (Grandparent)
  • Lillian Disney (Aunt or Uncle)
  • Christopher Disney Miller (Cousin)
  • Joanna Miller (Cousin)
  • Tamara Scheer (Cousin)
  • Jennifer Miller-Goff (Cousin)
  • Walter Elias Disney Miller (Cousin)
  • Ronald Miller (Cousin)
  • Sharon Disney (Cousin)
  • Victoria Brown (Cousin)
  • Diane Disney (Cousin)

Biography

Roy Edward Disney's illustrious career began in 1954, when he joined the Walt Disney Company as an assistant film editor on the groundbreaking True-Life Adventure film.

As his expertise and dedication to the craft continued to grow, he was elected to the esteemed Board of Directors of the company in 1967, solidifying his position within the organization.

In 1984, Roy Edward Disney made a triumphant return to the company as vice chairman of the board, while simultaneously heading the animation department.