Abigail Disney

Date of Birth: January 24, 1960

Zodiac Sign: Aquarius

Biography

Abigail Disney is an American documentary filmmaker, philanthropist, and social activist. Born into the iconic Disney family, she is the granddaughter of Roy O. Disney, co-founder of The Walt Disney Company. While she could have easily followed a path directly tied to the family’s entertainment empire, Abigail chose to carve her own niche in the world of social justice and documentary filmmaking. Abigail Disney was born in Los Angeles, California. She grew up in a household that was intensely private despite the public nature of the Disney name. She attended Yale University, where she earned a bachelor’s degree in English Literature. She later obtained a Master’s degree in English Literature from Stanford University and a Doctorate in Philosophy from Columbia University. Abigail’s career in documentary filmmaking began with the film “Pray the Devil Back to Hell” (2008), which she produced. The documentary, centered on the peace efforts of Liberian women during the country’s civil war, won critical acclaim and several awards. Her commitment to social issues extends beyond filmmaking; she is also an avid philanthropist and social advocate, often speaking out on issues related to economic inequality and social justice.

5 Interesting Facts about Abigail Disney

1. Abigail Disney is a fierce advocate for economic equality and has been vocal about the disparity between CEO pay and average worker salaries.

2. She co-founded the Daphne Foundation, which supports low-income communities in New York City.

3. Abigail has produced more than 20 documentaries, many of which focus on social issues and human rights.

4. Despite her Disney heritage, she has criticized The Walt Disney Company for its labor practices and executive compensation.

5. Abigail received an Athena Film Festival Award for her work in promoting women in the film industry.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Abigail Disney

1. “If your CEO salary is at the 700, 600 times your median workers’ pay, there’s nobody on Earth, Jesus Christ himself isn’t worth 500 times his median workers’ pay.”

2. “We need to reimagine capitalism as if people mattered.”

3. “My grandfather’s generation believed in the American Dream, and they made sacrifices to keep it alive. I think we owe it to them to do the same.”

4. “Money is a tool, but it should never be the master.”

5. “Storytelling is a powerful weapon for change, and I want to use it to amplify voices that are often ignored.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Abigail Disney’s highest net worth is estimated to be around $120 million.

Children

Abigail Disney is a mother of four children. She has spoken publicly about the importance of instilling values of empathy, social justice, and philanthropy in her children.