Archive · 22 May 2025
Barry Diller Regrets Turning Down Steve Jobs
Barry Diller, a big name in the media world, wrote a book about his life.
In it, he talks about a time he met Steve Jobs, the man behind Apple.
Jobs showed him an early version of the movie 'Toy Story' and asked Diller to be part of the company Pixar.
Diller wasn't impressed with the animation and turned down the offer.
He didn't think it would be successful.
Years later, Pixar became a huge success, and Diller now regrets not taking Jobs up on his offer.
He admits he made a mistake in not seeing the company's potential.
Barry Diller's memoir, 'Who Knew,' offers insights into his life and career.
Diller recounts his meeting with Steve Jobs and an early screening of 'Toy Story'.
Jobs invited Diller to join Pixar's board.
Diller declined the offer, stating he didn't understand the animation.
Diller now regrets his decision, admitting he underestimated the company's potential.
- Who
- Barry Diller and Steve Jobs
- What
- Barry Diller declined Steve Jobs' offer to join the Pixar board.
- When
- Early days of Pixar, around the time of 'Toy Story'
- Where
- San Jose and NeXT office
- Why
- Diller was not interested in animation and didn't see the potential.
Steve Jobs' Perspective
Barry Diller's Perspective
Assessment of Pixar
Steve Jobs' Perspective
Steve Jobs confidently predicted Pixar's success.
Barry Diller's Perspective
Barry Diller underestimated Pixar and the potential of animation.
- Subject
- Barry Diller's memoir
- Main Topic
- Diller's career and personal life
- Key Figure
- Barry Diller
- Diller's Regret
- Turning down Steve Jobs' offer to join Pixar's board
- Other Figures Mentioned
- Steve Jobs, Rupert Murdoch