Chairman & CIO Mario Gabelli's Health Update Confirms Succession Plan Amid Indefinite Absence

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The Gabelli Dividend & Income Trust updated on Chairman Mario J. Gabelli's improving health but indefinite return, confirming a succession plan with Christopher J. Marangi as GAMCO President.

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• Health Update for Key Executive

  Mario J. Gabelli, Trustee, Chairman, and Chief Investment Officer, is recovering from a medical incident in March 2026, but his return timeline remains unknown.

• Succession Plan Formalized

  GAMCO Investors, Inc., the parent company of the Fund's adviser, implemented its succession plan, naming Christopher J. Marangi as President on March 22, 2026.

• Interim Leadership Structure

  Day-to-day operations will be led by co-CEO Douglas R. Jamieson and Christopher J. Marangi, with Kevin V. Dreyer and Christopher J. Marangi co-leading the Fund's portfolio management.

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This 8-K provides a formal update on the health of Mario J. Gabelli, a pivotal figure as the Fund's Trustee, Chairman, and Chief Investment Officer. While his condition is improving, the indefinite timeline for his return introduces uncertainty regarding leadership stability and investment strategy. The formal disclosure of GAMCO's succession plan, which names Christopher J. Marangi as President and outlines continued leadership by co-CEO Douglas R. Jamieson and Mr. Marangi, aims to mitigate operational risk. This update is particularly relevant given the company's recent proxy battle disclosures, where leadership continuity is a key investor concern.