Benefits Rising healthcare costs force Disney to squeeze spousal coverage Entertainment giant joins growing list of employers tightening benefits as medical premiums soar iStock.com/Razvan Image Josh Stephens Senior Reporter Thursday 27 August 2026 Disney is the latest household name to tighten its belt by confirming plans to cut medical coverage to employees’ spouses amid rising healthcare costs. Get AccessContinue reading International Employment LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... Remuneration Disney agrees to pay $43m in gender pay gap class action Crime Ex-Disney worker handed three-year sentence for revenge hack Disputes Disney settles Gina Carano’s wrongful termination suit Disputes Disney sued for retaliation over on-set sexual harassment allegations