Brian Goldner, the Hasbro CEO Who Spearheaded the Transformer Movies, Has Died - IGN - IGN

"After careful consideration, I have decided to take a medical leave to focus on my health,” Goldner said in a statement released on Sunday, according to Variety.

The Hasbro press release credits Goldner with broadening the company to include movies, video games, and more.

The Transformers movie series is now one of the most successful franchises in box office history and the first two G.I.

"Since joining the Company more than two decades ago, Brian has been the heart and soul of Hasbro," Stoddart said in a press release on Tuesday.

The next movie to be released based on a Hasbro property is Transformers: Rise of the Beasts in June 2022.