Bob Daly to Step Down as AFI Board Chair
The former CBS and Warner exec served as the head of the American Film Institute's board of directors for 17 years The post Bob Daly to Step Down as AFI Board Chair appeared first on TheWrap .
Bob Daly, a prominent figure in Hollywood, has announced his retirement as the chairman of the American Film Institute (AFI)'s board of directors after serving for 17 years. His tenure as chairman began in 2009, following his election to the board in 1981. Daly, known for his extensive experience in the film and television industry, began his career at CBS, leading the network to the top spot in ratings during his time as president.
He then joined Warner Bros. as Chairman and Co-CEO, leading the studio to 16 consecutive years of record earnings, and releasing 13 Best Picture Oscar nominees and three winners. Daly also served as Chairman of the Los Angeles Dodgers and as a board member for organizations such as Save The Children, UCLA School of Film, Theater and Television, and USC Annenberg School for Communication.
AFI, founded by President Lyndon B. Johnson in 1967, aims to preserve the heritage of the motion picture, honor artists and their work, and educate the next generation of storytellers. The institution is currently chaired by Kathleen Kennedy, the former president of Lucasfilm.
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