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Dec- 2023 -21 December
‘Wonka’ Kills Disney (At the Box Office)
It looks like 2023 will end badly for the Walt Disney Company. At least in terms of its box office numbers. The Disney Christmas Movie It's odd for Disney not to have a blockbuster film in theaters during Christmas and New Year's. After all, this is the time of year when many children (and parents) are off and have free time to see movies. Related: Major New ‘Frozen' Franchise Changes Explai
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21 December
PST! Want To See the INSIDE of Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at Disney?
Tiana's Bayou Adventure is one of the most anticipated attractions for Disneyland Park and Magic Kingdom Park in 2024. As most Disney fans know, the ride is a retheme of the classic Splash Mountain water flume attraction that previously closed at both theme parks. Related: Tiana's Bayou Adventure Mocked as ‘Rainforest Cafe: The Ride' Tiana's Bayou Adventure The new Walt Disney World Resort r
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21 December
Experts Predict Bob Iger Isn’t Leaving Disney Anytime Soon (And Here’s Who Will Replace Him When He Does)
Experts prepared their usual predictions for the business world in 2024, and they had some interesting insights about Disney and its long-standing CEO. For years now, Bob Iger has been a name that many relate very strongly to the Walt Disney Company. He has been at the helm of one of the most influential entertainment conglomerates in the world for fifteen years and counting, with a brief break in
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20 December
Disney Claims “No Responsibility” in Harvey Weinstein Sexual Assault Case
Warning: Disney Fanatic is a family-friendly site. However, this topic is extremely sensitive and should be read with caution. In defending itself when it comes to the Harvey Weinstein sexual assault case, Disney has claimed “no responsibility” in an argument to dismiss plaintiff Julia Ormond’s claims. The Harvey Weinstein sexual assault case swept Hollywood and uprooted one of the worst offenders
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20 December
“Disney Will Outlast DeSantis”: Disney World Scholar Shares Insight into Current Dilemma
Richard Foglesong, a renowned Disney World scholar, recently shared further insight into the current happenings in the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District (formerly known as the Reedy Creek Improvement District). While the more dramatic aspects of the Disney-DeSantis battle have certainly calmed down, the question still remains about how the issue will be resolved and, more importantly, wha
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20 December
‘Lion King’ Star Left With Multiple Broken Bones After Brutal Assault
There are so many amazing things to see and do in New York City — from visiting the Statue of Liberty to venturing into Times Square, heading to the top of the Empire State Building, and taking a walk through Central Park, just to name a few. Then, there is the Great White Way — also known as Broadway. Broadway is the ultimate place to go to see some of the greatest on-stage talents in
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19 December
Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Mocked as “Rainforest Cafe: The Ride”
There are many modern controversies and conversations going on in the Disney community. But one of the most hotly debated is the retheme of Splash Mountain to Tiana's Bayou Adventure. Splash Mountain As one of the most popular theme park rides in the world, Splash Mountain was located at Magic Kingdom Park in Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Park. Originally themed to Song of the South (194
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19 December
‘The Lord of the Rings’ Ride Coming to New Universal Studios Theme Park?
A new rumor is surfacing about Universal Studios projects. There has been much speculation that Universal was planning to open a new theme park in Europe, but the specific location and name have not been named…until now. Universal Studios Great Britain However, it has been recently confirmed that Universal has purchased land in Bedford, and evidence has shown that Universal has acquired the
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19 December
Expert Studies Indicate Bob Iger Could Be “Addicted” to Disney
A Yale professor recently shared his findings about why some CEOs find it so hard to step away from their positions, and it turns out Bob Iger might be “addicted” to being Disney’s CEO. Bob Iger has been making headlines for months now. Over a year ago, it was for returning as Disney’s CEO after ostensibly retiring. At the beginning of the year, he led the massive restructuring and reorganization,
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19 December
Popular Disney Ride Now Offering Single Rider Line!
For sixteen years, guests visiting Walt Disney World Resort were able to fly over some of the most beautiful places that California had to offer. Soarin' Over California, which is located in EPCOT, lifted guests high into the air and took them to places like the Golden Gate Bridge, San Diego, Yosemite National Park, and back to EPCOT. Disney closed Soarin' Over California in 20221 and reopened it
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