Live updates: Disney Upfront presentation reveals what's new for television, streaming and more

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Last updated: Tuesday, May 12, 2026 9:06PM GMT
Disney CEO rings opening bell for NYSE

Disney is announcing what audiences will see in the company's future at the 2026 Disney Upfront presentation in New York City today.

Ahead of the event, there was a special opening for the New York Stock Exchange.

Disney CEO Josh D'Amaro rang the opening bell in celebration of the big Disney Upfront event, which will give you a preview of the new TV and streaming shows coming in the next year.

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'American Horror Story' announces new season, cast member

Faceless dancers brought the drama while clips from Ryan Murphy's "American Horror Story" played at the Disney Upfront.

Angela Bassett, Evan Peters, Sarah Paulson, Emma Roberts, Gabourey Sidibe and more are all returning for Season 13.

And the newest cast member was revealed: Paul Anthony Kelly, who most recently starred in "Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette."

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'Avengers' stars reunite on Upfront stage

Avengers, assemble! At the 2026 Disney Upfront, Robert Downey Jr., Tom Hiddleston and Paul Bettany reunited on stage.

"Loki" star Hiddleston spoke about his experience with the National Geographic/Disney+ documentary series,"Surviving Pompeii with Tom Hiddleston," while Bettany treated the audience to an exclusive look at his upcoming miniseries, "VisionQuest," coming to Disney+ on Oct. 14.

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Sneak peek at 'Star Wars: Ahsoka' Season 2 shown at Disney Upfront

A sneak peek at Season 2 of "Star Wars: Ahsoka" was shown at the 2026 Disney Upfront.

In a video message, Sigourney Weaver introduced "Ahsoka" star Rosario Dawson to the stage.

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Conan O'Brien to return as host for 99th Oscars

During the 2026 Disney Upfront, it was announced that Conan O'Brien will return to host the Oscars broadcast for a third consecutive year.

Host Conan O'Brien appears during the Oscars on Sunday, March 15, 2026, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles.
Host Conan O'Brien appears during the Oscars on Sunday, March 15, 2026, at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles.

"Conan has created remarkable energy around 'The Oscars,'" said President of Disney Television Group Craig Erwich. "His singular comedic voice makes Hollywood's biggest night one of the most entertaining celebrations

The 99th Oscars will air live on ABC and Hulu on Sunday, March 14, 2027, at 7 p.m. EDT/4 p.m. PDT.