Disneyland is just days away from opening its 70th Anniversary celebration. Disneyland Park and Disney’s California Adventure will be transformed to ring in the celebration, including an updated look for Sleeping Beauty Castle. The park’s real 70th birthday isn’t until July 15, when Walt Disney officially welcomed the world into his dream. While most of the festivities will begin on ...

Controversial Sculpture Sparks Debate A recently unveiled sculpture at Disneyland, created to commemorate the park’s 70th Anniversary, has ignited widespread buzz and controversy among visitors. Designed to showcase Walt Disney alongside Mickey Mouse, many onlookers have expressed surprise at the sculpture’s uncanny resemblance to President Donald Trump. Observers have pointed out that features such as hairstyle and facial structure bear ...

Things could be changing in big, big ways for Disney. Related: After Stocks Tumble, White House Walks Back Movie Tariffs Throughout its life as a company, Disney has faced hurdles, challenges, and, most importantly, opposition. However, Disney’s flexibility and creativity have helped keep it a household name all these decades later. In 2025, Disney is about as recognizable and iconic ...

Earlier this week, Hollywood was shocked when Donald Trump said that he had authorized his administration to institute a 100% tariff on movies not made in the United States. The news sent the entertainment industry reeling, and stocks for studios including Disney, Paramount, and Lionsgate immediately fell. However, as he had done with past tariff announcements, the White House quickly ...

Shift in Disney’s Approach to Trump The Walt Disney Company has recently signaled a significant shift in its stance towards the Trump administration, showcasing a newfound readiness to collaborate on various initiatives that could bolster the film and television industry. This change comes after multiple challenges and an often adversarial relationship between entities. Disney’s Chief Financial Officer, Hugh Johnston, noted ...

Earlier this year, countless Canadians threatened to cancel their Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort vacations after U.S. President Donald Trump heightened political tensions with America’s neighbor to the North. The United States is now seeing the repercussions of Trump’s words and actions. Shortly after returning to the White House, President Trump vowed to enact harsh tariffs on Canada, ...

In a bold and controversial move, President Trump announced plans to implement a 100% tariff on all movies produced outside of the U.S., rattling the entertainment industry and sending shockwaves through global film markets. Major studios, including The Walt Disney Company and Comcast (owner of Universal Pictures), saw their stock prices tumble in response, raising fresh concerns about the future ...

Impact of Political Rhetoric on Tourism The recent political climate in the United States, particularly under President Donald Trump’s administration, has had a profound effect on tourism in Central Florida. Specifically, the policies and rhetoric associated with Trump have influenced Canadian tourists’ decisions regarding travel to prominent destinations such as Disney World and Universal Orlando Resort. Over the last few ...

Disney’s Stock Response to Economic Shifts Recent fluctuations in Disney’s stock have mirrored the tumultuous landscape created by the ongoing trade war, particularly the tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump. Following Trump’s announcement of substantial tariffs, Disney’s stock price experienced a dramatic decline, dropping from approximately $98 to under $85—a staggering 13 percent decrease. This sharp drop has elicited widespread ...

Since President Donald Trump’s return to office following the recent election, Disneyland has become an unlikely stage for political expression. In a park known for its celebration of imagination and escapism, some guests are now bringing a more political flair to their Disney fashion. Specifically, custom “Make America Great Again” (MAGA) hats and Mickey ears have been spotted throughout the ...