Executive Change · Reg FD Disclosure

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 12, 2021 Hasbro, Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Rhode Island   1-6682   05-0155090   (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)   (Commission File Number)   (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)   1027 Newport Avenue Pawtucket , Rhode Island     02861 (Address of Principal Executive Offices)       (Zip Code) Registrant’s telephone number, including area code:  ( 401 ) 431-8697   Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions: ☐ Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425) ☐ Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12) ☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b)) ☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c)) Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act. Title of each class   Trading Symbol(s)   Name of each exchange on which registered Common Stock, $0.50 par value per share   HAS   The NASDAQ Global Select Market Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Emerging growth company ☐ If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act.  ☐ Item 5.02  Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers. On October 12, 2021, Hasbro, Inc. (the “Company”) announced with deep and profound sadness the passing of its beloved leader and longtime Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Brian D. Goldner. Edward M. Philip, Lead Independent Director of Hasbro’s Board of Directors, said “Brian’s passing is a tremendous loss for Hasbro and the world. Brian was universally admired and respected in the industry, and throughout his over twenty years at Hasbro, his inspiring leadership and exuberance left an indelible mark on everything and everyone he touched. A mentor and friend to so many, his passion and creativity took Hasbro to new heights. Our love and thoughts are with his wife, daughter, and family during this extraordinarily sad time.” The Board has appointed Tracy A. Leinbach to serve as Chair.  With Ms. Leinbach serving as Chair, the Board has eliminated the role of Lead Independent Director. Edward M. Philip has been appointed to serve as Chair of the Nominating, Governance and Social Responsibility Committee. Item 7.01  Regulation FD Disclosure. A copy of the Company’s press release addressing the subject of this Current Report on Form 8-K is furnished as Exhibit 99.1. Item 9.01  Financial Statements and Exhibits. (d) Exhibits. 99.1 Hasbro, Inc. Press Release, dated October 12, 2021.       104   Cover Page Interactive Data File - the cover page XBRL tags are embedded within the Inline XBRL document. SIGNATURES Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.   HASBRO, INC.           By: / s/ Deborah Thomas       Name: Deborah Thomas       Title: Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer (Duly Authorized Officer and Principal Financial Officer)             Date: October 13, 2021