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Steven has a complicated relationship with Disney. As a child, he visited Walt Disney World every few years with his family. But he never understood why kids his age (and older) were so scared of Snow White or Alien Encounter. He is a former participant of the Disney College Program (left early…long story), and he also previously worked in Children’s publishing, where he adapted multiple Disney movies and TV shows. He has many controversial opinions about Disney…like having a positive view of Michael Eisner, believing Return of the Jedi is superior to The Empire Strikes Back, and that Toy Story Land and Galaxy’s Edge should have never been built (at least not at Hollywood Studios). Every year for the past two decades, Steven has visited either Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Aulani or went on a Disney Cruise. He’s happy to share any and all knowledge of the Disney destinations (and he likes using parenthesis a lot…as well as ellipses…)

Original Indiana Jones Stunt Show Actor Attends Indy 5 Premiere

Indiana Jones

The popular show, officially titled the Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Show Spectacular!, was one of Hollywood Studios’ original attractions from 1989 (aka Disney-MGM Studios). Although it wasn’t operating on opening day, it joined the list a few months later. The Original Indiana Jones When the show debuted in 1989, it starred Kevin Brassard as Indiana Jones and Michelle Waitman as ...

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Disney CFO Steps Down Amid Lawsuit

Christine McCarthy CFO

Christine McCarthy, the current Chief Financial Officer for the Walt Disney Company, is stepping down. RELATED: Bob Iger FINALLY Announces Some Good News for Disney Her Sudden Departure According to reports, Disney CEO Bob Iger has stated that McCarthy “is stepping down from her CFO role as she takes family medical leave, but has graciously offered to move into an advisory ...

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EPCOT’s Candlelight Processional Returns

Girl holding candle at EPCOT Processional

Walt Disney World will be returning the popular holiday event to EPCOT this Christmas season. RELATED: First Look At Disney’s Jollywood Event What is the Candlelight Processional? Located in the America Gardens Theatre across from the American Adventure in World Showcase, a celebrity narrator recounts the biblical story of Christmas. The presentation also combines songs of hope and joy performed by ...

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25 Days of Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party

Mickey Christmas Parade

What’s the merriest and most magical event during the holidays? Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, of course! RELATED: Disney World Prices Drop 40% The special event exclusively held on select nights in November and December will return to the Magic Kingdom Park this year. On 25 various nights between November 9 and December 22, the specially ticketed event will include a ...

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Disney World Prices Drop 40%

Pluto and Goofy at the Grand Floridian

One of the biggest challenges many people face when planning a Walt Disney World trip or vacation is the prices.   RELATED: Major Change in Magic Kingdom’s Attendance Later this year (2023), Disney World will drop its prices by up to 40% at on-property hotels. Halfway to the Holidays As part of Disney’s Halfway to the Holidays celebration, the discount offers ...

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Disney Actress Passes Away After Fatal Fall

Park Soo Ryun in Snowdrop

Hundreds, if not thousands, of actors and actresses, have worked for Walt Disney Studios. Many of whom are still with us and many of whom have passed away. RELATED: ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’ Actor Passes Away Gone at 29 Years Old Earlier this week, South Korean actress and Disney Plus star Park Soo Ryun died after a tragic accident. While in ...

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Major Change in Magic Kingdom’s Attendance

Disney's Happily EVer After Fireworks

The TEA (Themed Entertainment Association) has released its figures for 2022 – and the numbers across the board and raising some eyebrows. Nearly every theme park in the TEA’s top 20 list saw increased park attendance over their 2021 figures. This is no doubt due to COVID restrictions and lockdowns affecting park closures, operating hours, and even a decline in ...

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Disney’s 12Ks of Christmas

This month Disney has been announcing various treats and events as part of its Halfway to the Holidays celebration. RELATED: Celebrate Disney’s Halfway to the Holidays A Special runDisney Event In addition to the previous surprises covered by DisneyTips.com earlier this week including special food items, here is another one to add to the list: an all new virtual event from ...

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New Trailer for Disney Pixar’s ‘Elio’

Elio Movie Image

With the new movie Elemental (2023) releasing soon, Pixar has just released the first trailer for their next upcoming film. RELATED: Disney/Pixar’s ‘Elemental’ Premieres Next Weekend Elio (2024), will be the 28th feature film made by Disney Pixar. The new movie set to release in March 1st of next year, will star the voice talents of Jameela Jamil, Brad Garrett, America ...

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New Disney Junior Show May Spark Controversy

Ariel from 'The Little Mermaid' in a promotional image

The Walt Disney Company has announced a new animated show for Disney Junior that may start another online debate about Ariel. RELATED: Will ‘The Little Mermaid’ End Disney Live Action? The Little Mermaid (2023) Although the new live action movie The Little Mermaid (2023) is still in theaters and the final verdict on its overall box office performance is still undetermined, ...

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