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Ex-Disney CEO Says He Doesn't Remember Approving Kingdom Hearts, Recalls Project After Hearing Pitch
An ex-Disney CEO stated in a recent interview that he has no recollection of greenlighting the Kingdom Hearts franchise, though he said his memory of the project returned after being reminded of the series' concept and details. The anecdote highlights how major cross-company collaborations like Kingdom Hearts—which pairs Disney characters with Square Enix's Final Fantasy and original worlds—can become hazy in retrospect despite their cultural impact.
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- Ex-Disney CEO initially claimed not to remember approving Kingdom Hearts
- His memory of the project was jogged after hearing a summary of the franchise concept
- Kingdom Hearts represents a major creative partnership between Disney and Square Enix spanning multiple games and media
- The anecdote underscores how even high-stakes greenlight decisions can fade from executives' memories over time
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