Former Disney executive Dave Hollis, who was the studio’s head of international distribution, reportedly died on Saturday, February 11, at his home in Austin. Although his family has not officially announced the cause of his death, it is believed that the 47-year-old man was hospitalized for heart problems. Hollis, who is survived by four children, took over as Disney’s head of theatrical distribution in 2011. Throughout her career, she has been involved in big box office hits as well as remakes of animated classics and new animated feature films.
In 2018, he left Disney to become CEO of Chic Media, a Texas-based production business created by Hollis’ then-wife, Rachel Hollis. Hollis also hosts a podcast called Rise Together, which is quite popular among its listeners. He is also a published author, having written two self-help books, Get Out of Your Own Way: A Skeptic’s Guide to Growth and Fulfillment and Built Through Courage: Face Your Fears to Live the Life You Were Meant to Live. The family is not saying anything about Dave’s death now. Fans, friends, family and followers are mourning the death of a Disney Executive, who died unexpectedly.
“Another death, so sad and unexpected”: Netizens mourn the sudden death of Dave Hollis, who died at the age of 47.
People started paying their respects and condolences to the family of Dave Hollis when the news of his death earlier spread. Many people made heartfelt comments on Hollis’ previous Instagram images and posts. Check out some of these:
Last night I found out that my friend Dave Hollis passed away at the age of 47… today is his birthday. 💔
It’s hard to find words or clear feelings when it feels so unfair…
Sending prayers to his son and his family. ❤️ pic.twitter.com/0J6enIBiFj
— Dean Graziosi (@deangraziosi) February 15, 2023
Former Disney Worldwide Distribution Head Dave Hollis, DEAD AT 47…
Was admitted to the hospital for “HEART ISSUES”…
– Deadline
—Dr. James E. Olsson (@DrJamesOlsson) February 14, 2023
Former Disney executive dies at 47: More about Dave Hollis
Dave Hollis, the former General Director of Disney Film Distribution, had a life that helped many individuals create a better life through his efforts. Dave was born on February 14, 1975, in California, and attended local Private Schools before graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Communication from Pepperdine University. He began his career as a publicist for Bragman Nyman Cafarelli. Later in his career, he worked for major companies such as Fox Broadcasting Company, Twentieth Century Fox, and, finally, Disney, where he worked on films such as Black Panther, Beauty and the Beast, Avengers, and Star Wars.
On the other hand, he also has an iTunes podcast called Rise Together. In terms of his personal life, he married the famous novelist Rachel Hollis in 2004. The former couple has four children: Sawyer Hollis, Ford Hollis, Jackson Hollis, and Noah Hollis. They separated in 2020 after 16 years of marriage. He later had a relationship with novelist and YouTuber Heidi Powell. Hollis has over 420,000 Instagram followers and a net worth of $5 million; he makes the most of his money from his book sales, his podcast and his work with Disney and Chic Media.
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