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  1. In 2006, Forbes magazine estimated his personal fortune at $1.2 billion. [3] Disney was also a celebrated yachtsman, [4] a member of the San Diego Yacht Club best known for his success in the Transpacific Yacht Race and winning the Newport Bermuda Race. [5] . Disney died from stomach cancer on December 16, 2009. Early life and career.

  2. Apr 20, 2022 · Abigail Disney, the granddaughter of Walt's brother, Roy, has donated more than $70 million since receiving her inheritance nearly 40 years ago, according to The Cut, and frequently speaks on the need for measures like a wealth tax to combat inequality.

  3. Sep 17, 2014 · Roy Edward Disney, the nephew of Walt Disney whose commitment to his uncle’s creative spirit prompted him to mount revolts that led to the unseating of two of the company’s chief executives and...

  4. Dec 14, 2012 · LOS ANGELES (AP)— Roy E. Disney, the son and nephew of The Walt Disney Co. founders who twice led shareholder revolts that shook up the family business, died Wednesday. He was 79.

  5. Dec 16, 2009 · Roy E. Disney, the nephew of Walt Disney whose powerful behind-the-scenes influence on The Walt Disney Co. led to the departure of former chief Michael Eisner, has died. He was 79.

  6. Dec 16, 2009 · Roy E Disney, a long-time executive of the Walt Disney Company - which his uncle founded - has died aged 79. He had been ill with stomach cancer for the past year. Mr Disney, who played a...

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  8. Dec 17, 2009 · In 2007 Forbes magazine ranked him as the 754th richest person in the world and estimated his fortune at $1.3 billion. He has not appeared on the list since. After years of dissatisfaction with...