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Jess Colopy is a Disney College Program alum and kid-at-heart. When she’s not furiously typing in a coffee shop, you can find her on the hunt for the newest Stitch pin.

Disney Cast Member Reveals How She Got Away With Having Purple Hair at Work

Left: Cinderella Castle at dusk. Right: A former Disney cast member with green and brown hair.

Disney cast members are known for adhering to the polished “Disney Look” guidelines but one former Walt Disney World Resort performer recently shared how she managed to bend the rules—sporting purple hair while working at the Most Magical Place on Earth. The Evolving Disney Look Disney Parks have long held strict grooming and appearance standards for cast members. The “Disney ...

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Disney World Costume Stolen, Used Illegally in Theme Park

A child wearing a cowboy hat and a yellow shirt laughs joyfully next to a Disney character performer in a Woody costume from Toy Story. They are at an amusement park with colorful signs in the background, creating a lively and fun atmosphere.

In a shocking tale of mischief at the Most Magical Place on Earth, a disgruntled former Disney cast member stole a character costume and used it for an unauthorized meet-and-greet inside Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The incident has become infamous among Disney Parks employees. Theft of a Beloved Disney Character Costume The stolen costume belonged to a Green Army Man character ...

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Pirates of the Caribbean Attraction Faces Uncertain Future at Disney World

Disney Parks fans are raising concerns about the future of a beloved Pirates of the Caribbean experience at Walt Disney World Resort following recent developments in Adventureland. The Central Florida Disney park recently announced plans to open a new pirate-themed bar at Magic Kingdom Park in late summer 2025, leaving fans speculating about what it might replace. While the announcement ...

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Disney Guests Warned To Stay Away From Theme Parks This December

A large Christmas tree adorned with multicolored lights stands illuminated at night next to a glowing geodesic dome structure. The tree is decorated with festive ornaments, and a streetlamp is visible in the foreground.

The holiday season is in full swing, and The Happiest Place on Earth is no exception. Crowds are flocking to Disneyland Resort to experience the most magical time of the year at the Southern California Disney parks. Unlike Walt Disney World Resort, Disneyland Resort doesn’t offer a special ticketed Christmas party. Still, Disneyland Park, Downtown Disney District, and Disney California ...

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Disney Abruptly Closes 44-Year-Old Roller Coaster, Dozens Flee Area

A group of people are riding a roller coaster in a dark environment with colorful light streaks creating a sense of motion and excitement. The passengers appear thrilled, with some screaming and others smiling as they hold onto the safety bar, enjoying the iconic Disney experience on Space Mountain.

Guests at Disneyland Resort got more than they bargained for when Space Mountain, one of the park’s most iconic roller coasters, abruptly stopped operations mid-ride. While technical issues occasionally disrupt attractions, the sudden closure led to an evacuation with riders descending emergency stairs, giving them a rare, lights-on glimpse of the beloved 44-year-old coaster. A Legendary Attraction Comes to a ...

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Disney World Coaster Shut Down Amid Unaddressed Water Damage

The exterior of Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind at EPCOT.

Walt Disney World Resort’s Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind faced an unusual partial shutdown this week, leaving thousands of guests with Virtual Queue reservations unable to ride. The popular EPCOT attraction, a guest favorite since its debut in 2022, has recently come under fire for unresolved maintenance issues, including reports of water damage. An Afternoon of Frustration for EPCOT ...

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Disney Opens New Attraction With Unfixed Hole in the Wall

Two children wearing 3D glasses sit in a colorful amusement park ride, smiling and holding toy blasters. The background features vibrant lights and playful decor, creating a fun and lively atmosphere.

When Disney California Adventure Park opened Toy Story Mania! on Paradise Pier (now Pixar Pier) in June 2008, excitement ran high for the interactive 4-D attraction. But shortly after its debut, Disney Parks fans noticed something unexpected—and disappointing. According to a former Disney Parks fan podcaster, the ride’s pristine, new aesthetic was marred by guest-caused damage that remained untouched for ...

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Mold Allegations at Disney Restaurants Spark Major Safety Concerns

Father and Daughter eating Ice cream bars at EPCOT

Disney Parks are often regarded as some of the cleanest vacation destinations worldwide, largely thanks to Walt Disney’s commitment to maintaining high standards at Disneyland Park. However, recent allegations from a former Disneyland Resort cast member have raised concerns about potential cleanliness issues at the Southern California theme parks. The claims, shared in an online discussion, suggest mold contamination in ...

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“7-Inch” Dust Piles Reported at Disneyland California, Walt Disney’s Cleanliness Forgotten

A futuristic spacecraft interior on Star Tours.

Disneyland Resort might be The Happiest Place on Earth, but some Disney Parks fans are questioning whether the theme park is maintaining Walt Disney’s legendary standards of cleanliness. A Reddit post detailing alleged hygiene issues on Star Tours – The Adventures Continue has reignited concerns about upkeep and maintenance at Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park. Dust Takes Over ...

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Disney World Monorail Suspended After Guest Threat, Police Investigate

Monorail outside Magic Kingdom

Last weekend, security cast members and police officers responded to an altercation at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa–one of Walt Disney World Resort’s Deluxe Resort hotels. Multiple Disney Park guests shared their recollections of the incident on social media. Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa is one of three Deluxe Resort hotels on the Monorail line, along with Disney’s ...

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