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The Walt Disney Company will induct 13 individuals as Disney Legends at the D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event, including Chris Berman, Jerry Bruckheimer, and Lin-Manuel Miranda. The ceremony, held on the final day of the event, celebrates those who have made significant impacts on Disney’s storytelling and experiences across generations.

Berman, recognized in the Television category, reflected on his career at ESPN, which Disney acquired in 1996. He emphasized the collaborative effort behind ESPN’s early success, noting that the network’s growth was driven by a team of young broadcasters who believed in their mission despite limited experience.

In a 2017 honor, ESPN renamed its NFL broadcast studio the Chris Berman–Tom Jackson Studio, recognizing their 30-year partnership on NFL PrimeTime. Berman recalled their enduring friendship and the studio’s reputation for delivering sports coverage with authenticity and entertainment value.

Berman highlighted the 1995 MLB game where Cal Ripken Jr. broke Lou Gehrig’s consecutive games record as a defining moment in his career. Looking ahead, he expressed confidence in ESPN’s continued innovation, suggesting even lunar broadcasts could be in the network’s future.