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When he’s not thinking about the Magic Kingdom, Thomas is usually reading a book, becoming desperately obsessed with fictional characters, or baking something delicious (his favorite is chocolate cake -- to bake and to eat). He's a dreamer and grew up on Mulan saving the world, Jim Hawkins soaring through the stars, and Padmé Amidala fighting a Nexu. At the Parks, he loves to ride Everest, stroll down Main Street with an overstuffed pin lanyard around his neck, and eat as many Mickey-shaped ice creams as possible. His favorite character is Han Solo (yes, he did shoot first), and his favorite TV show is Buffy the Vampire Slayer except when it's One Tree Hill. He loves sandy beach walks, forest hikes, and foodie days out in the Big City. Thomas lives in England, UK, with his fiancée, baby, and their dog, a Border Collie called Luna.

‘Star Wars’ Follows Through on Promise, Pours Energy Into Righting Sequel Trilogy

Daisy Ridley as Rey Skywalker

The world’s leading science fiction franchise is altering its latest divisive trilogy, and has been ever since it dropped almost six years ago. Star Wars is renowned for including stories within its greater cinematic narrative in order to tell new tales or detail events that are just too large for a blockbuster movie. It may feel like the Star Wars studio relies too ...

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‘Star Wars’ Reveals the Reprehensible Reason Vader Cut Off Luke’s Hand

Luke Skywalker (Mark Hamill) looking at the Force Ghosts at the end of 'Return of the Jedi'

Let’s set the scene—it’s a stormy night on Bespin. Lando Calrissian just betrayed his old friend, and Han Solo got frozen in carbonite and stolen by Boba Fett. Everyone is just having a pretty disastrous time. You might argue that the hero of Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back (1980), Luke Skywalker, suffers the worst of all, though—the villain he thought killed ...

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Returning Actors Confirmed for ‘Pirates of the Caribbean 6,’ Disney Reboot Updated

Johnny Depp as Captain Jack Sparrow, Pirates of the Caribbean

Disney is gearing up to reboot its billion-dollar Pirates of the Caribbean franchise, and updates have been shared regarding the faces audiences will be greeted with when they return to the high seas. The Legacy of Pirates of the Caribbean It’s been over 20 years since Johnny Depp first stepped into the boots of Captain Jack Sparrow, and after all ...

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Hollywood Studios Changes Operations, Guests Barred From Popular ‘Star Wars’ Ride

Two Stormtroopers in white armor stand guard inside a spaceship control room with red lighting, standing beside futuristic control panels glowing with red lights.

The Walt Disney World Resort is a hub of change. From land rethemes to attraction closures to operational adjustments, Central Florida’s leading theme park destination is undergoing an intense period of evolution. Despite what feels like more construction than usual, Disney is still trying to welcome as many guests as possible. One of these ways is through additional openings for ...

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Multiple Characters Coming Back for ‘The Mandalorian’ TV Show’s Replacement

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It’s the end of one era and the beginning of another for the beloved Star Wars franchise. A major milestone is on the horizon for Star Wars fans. On May 22, 2026, Lucasfilm and Disney will bring The Mandalorian and Grogu to theaters, marking the saga’s first theatrical release in nearly seven years—and the next evolution for two of its most cherished ...

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Following Bob Iger’s Latest Deal, Fan-Favorite Series Cut From Disney+

Disney Jeremy Allen White

Earlier this month, The Walt Disney Company–led by Chief Executive Officer Bob Iger–caused a major shakeup in the streaming space, the aftermath of which sees a beloved series pulled from the Disney+ streamer. In the United States, Disney+ and Hulu are two separate offerings. Until June 10, Disney shared ownership of Hulu with Comcast, but has now paid the almost ...

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Disney Reportedly Suspends ‘Star Wars’ Movie Production as New Information Comes To Light

Star wars sequel

Has Disney just pulled the plug on its upcoming Star Wars release? The galaxy far, far away is bursting with new plans, but that excitement comes with a hefty dose of uncertainty. Between freshly announced films, returning characters, and overlapping creative visions, the current state of Star Wars has fans energized—and a little overwhelmed—as Disney and Lucasfilm attempt to chart ...

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New Han Solo Series Will Change Disney’s ‘Star Wars’ Sequel Trilogy

Star Wars is once again stirring the sequel trilogy pot by answering questions about Disney’s sequel trilogy and subsequently changing the narrative. The Legacy of Han Solo in the Star Wars Franchise Han Solo, portrayed by Harrison Ford in the original Star Wars trilogy and later by Alden Ehrenreich in 2018’s Solo: A Star Wars Story, is a charismatic smuggler-turned-hero ...

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Following Recent Investigation, Guests Debate Disney Princesses Interactions at Resort

Disney Princess

In the world of social media and the digital footprint, more and more discourse is surfacing regarding the roles cast members play at Disney theme parks, especially if they are face characters–think of the viral Evil Queen from Disneyland Resort or the interactions between Taffy the Elf and guests last Christmas season. Now, guests are debating these interactions, particularly between ...

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Goodbye MCU Franchise, Disney Reportedly Cancels Series

MCU Hulk

As the Marvel Cinematic Universe charges into Phase Six with The Fantastic Four: First Steps (2025), one long-running part of the franchise appears to have been quietly retired, without any of the usual fanfare. On July 25, 2025, the MCU turns the page with the long-awaited introduction of the Fantastic Four. Matt Shakman’s The Fantastic Four: First Steps stars Pedro ...

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