Notifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentIndependentSwipe for next articleIndependent Bulletin homepageDownload our appAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleInga ParkelFriday 01 May 2026 08:32 BSTDisney Layoffs Explained: Box Office Flops or Bigger Trouble? #DisneyLayoffs #SnowWhite #ShortsEvangeline Lilly, known for her role as Wasp in Marvel films, has strongly criticised Disney over its recent layoffs affecting approximately 1,000 employees, particularly within Marvel's creative and production teams.Lilly confirmed the layoffs after speaking with her "good friend" Andy Park, Marvel Studios' Director of Visual Development, who was among those affected and has since announced his departure.The actress accused Disney of replacing human artists, who "brought the current Marvel Universe to life," with artificial intelligence, stating that the company is using AI to profit from the artists' original designs.Lilly expressed outrage, questioning the lack of laws to prevent AI from "stealing" human art and criticising Disney for "turning their back" on the people who built their success.An internal memo from new Disney CEO Josh D’Amaro, however, attributed the job cuts to an effort to "streamline operations" and made no mention of artificial intelligence as a reason.In fullAvengers star bashes Disney for ‘disgusting’ layoffs: ‘Shame on you’Thank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in