In 1932, Disney introduced audiences to a brand-new, albeit minor character, named Dippy Dawg in Mickey’s Revue. Dippy Dawg appeared in five more Mickey Mouse films, but then he was redesigned and renamed in 1934, and the iconic character Goofy was born. Goofy quickly became a beloved member of Mickey’s gang and is now one of the core Fab Five, ...
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Is This the End? Disney Park Suddenly Stops Showtimes, Fans on Edge
There are a lot of people who believe that Disney is a place just for kids. And while many rides and attractions are perfect for younger guests, that doesn’t mean that there aren’t a ton of fun things for adults to do as well. In fact, Walt Disney affectionately referred to the adults who visit Disneyland Resort without kids as ...
Read More »The Wait Is Over! ‘Mufasa’ Gets Disney+ Release Date
It’s been just over thirty years since Disney released one of its most iconic animated films of all time, The Lion King. From the moment it premiered in theaters, fans loved the story of Simba, the gorgeous 2D animation, and the Oscar-winning music. Elton John and Tim Rice wrote showstopping numbers, including “Can You Feel The Love Tonight,” “Circle of Life,” ...
Read More »Jury Makes Major Decision in Disney’s ‘Moana’ Lawsuit
What can the judge say to Disney, except, “You’re welcome!” The House of Mouse was handed a massive victory when a Los Angeles jury ruled that the company did not steal the idea for its 2016 hit film Moana. And now, Disney can move on from the Moana drama and figure out how they want to continue the Polynesian princess’s story without ...
Read More »Disney Unveils ‘Coco’ Characters in Magic Kingdom’s New Parade
Last summer, at the D23 Expo, which is held right outside the Disneyland Resort, Disney Parks Chairman Josh D’Amaro announced that the Magic Kingdom would be getting a brand-new nighttime parade. Fans had been waiting patiently and begging Disney for a nighttime parade at the Magic Kingdom since 2016, which was when the Main Street Electrical Parade had its final ...
Read More »Exciting New Disney Character Meet and Greets Arriving This Summer
In 2017, Disney shocked fans when it announced that it would be closing the young-guest-focused Bug’s Land at Disney California Adventure Park and replacing it with Marvel’s Avengers Campus. The new campus would be the ultimate place for guests to meet some of their favorite Marvel superheroes and become a part of the action. Bug’s Land officially closed in 2018 ...
Read More »ABC Star Arrested on Battery Charges, Mug Shot Goes Public
For four years, audiences tuned into ABC to watch their favorite awkward young woman with no fashion sense navigate her new job at an upscale, trendy fashion magazine. Ugly Betty starred Barbie (2023) and America Ferrera as Betty. A CEO who wants his son—the editor-in-chief at Mode—to stop having flings with the women who work for him gives Betty the job at ...
Read More »Disney Guest Left Stunned as Pricey Jewelry Breaks Unexpectedly
In 2022, Disney launched the fifth ship in its cruise line, the Disney Wish. The gorgeous ship is more than 340 meters long and has so many amazing things for guests to enjoy while on board. Younger travelers can head into the Marvel Superhero Academy, while adults can head to exclusive spots like the Hyperspace Lounge. And we can’t forget to ...
Read More »Disney Faces Backlash Over Controversial Mardi Gras Post
On March 4, millions of Americans around the country celebrated Mardi Gras, AKA Fat Tuesday. It is a day full of parades, millions of beads, and indulging in delicious food and drinks. Mardi Gras is the day before Ash Wednesday, and the day before Christians around the world give up some of their favorite things for Lent. Of course, the ...
Read More »Disney Faces Backlash Over Controversial Mardi Gras Social Media Post
On March 4, millions of Americans around the country celebrated Mardi Gras, AKA Fat Tuesday. It is a day full of parades, millions of beads, and indulging in delicious food and drinks. Mardi Gras is the day before Ash Wednesday, and the day before Christians around the world give up some of their favorite things for Lent. Of course, the ...
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