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Nov- 2023 -29 November
History Repeats Itself: Critics Warn Disney is “Rotting From the Head Down”
With the incredibly tumultuous year that Disney has had in 2023, some have drawn parallels to what happened in the company's past, citing its “history of corporate drama” as one of the reasons the Mouse House is failing. The Walt Disney Company has not had it easy for the last few years, but particularly in 2023. The Mouse House, initially known and celebrated for being a trendsetter i
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29 November
Disney Admits “Woke” Politics Presents a “Risk” To Its Reputation
It's been just about one year since Bob Iger returned as CEO of The Walt Disney Company, and to say that things have been difficult would be an understatement. Between trying to make Disney+ successful, keeping the theme parks a desirable vacation destination, having a billionaire trying to take over the board of directors, and Disney's struggle at the box office, Iger has a lot on his plate. Rela
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29 November
Done with DeSantis! Lawmaker Proposes to Terminate Florida Governor’s Disney Dreams
It's been only a few months of having DeSantis's hand-picked board at the helm of the Central Florida Tourism District, and some are already over and done with them—so much so that one Florida lawmaker is soon going to formally propose to bring Disney back and put an end to DeSantis's Central Florida Tourism Oversight District board. The battle that Disney has been embroiled in with Florida Gov. R
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28 November
Bob Iger “Never Second-Guessed” Returning to Disney
Back in November 2022, Disney's Board of Directors decided that they had had enough of CEO Bob Chapek and fired him. Chapek had become Chief Executive Officer in 2020, and had been struggling since the beginning. While he had to deal with something unprecedented — the COVID-19 pandemic — that was not the main problem he had. Chapek was constantly making gaffes and fans, as well as Disn
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28 November
Fact Check: Are Tim Allen and Roseanne Barr Teaming Up For a New Comedy?
There are a number of actors who are well-known for not only their acting roles, but also their outspoken opinions. Two actors may be even more known for their personal views are The Santa Clauses star Tim Allen and Roseanne star, Roseanne Barr. Tim Allen has been candid about being a conservative Republican, but has called out former President Donald Trump. Related: Tim Allen Says Bob Iger Has Re
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28 November
After “Breaking Point” Disney Cast Member Steals Over $20,000
Disney cast members are part of what makes a trip to Walt Disney World Resort or Disneyland Resort so magical. Many go above and beyond to ensure your vacation is memorable. But at the end of the day, they are just regular people like everyone else. As such, they face many of the same challenges as ordinary people. Disney Cast Member Story One former Disney cast member (Taron Sargsyan) shared his
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28 November
Tim Allen Shocks Fans With Recent Statement
For more than 30 years, veteran actor and Home Improvement star Tim Allen has been a huge part of the Disney family. In addition to Home Improvement, Allen has starred as Buzz Lightyear in the Toy Story franchise and as Scott Calvin in The Santa Clause franchise. He has recently reprised the role of Santa in the new Disney+ series, The Santa Clauses. He also starred in the 2006 Disney remake of Th
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27 November
Critics Once Again Being Called Out on Rachel Zegler and ‘Snow White’ Hypocrisy
If you are a Disney fan, then you may know that the company is currently making a live-action remake of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. Snow White will star Rachel Zegler as the titular princess, Gal Gadot as the Evil Queen, and Andrew Burnap as Jonathan (the Prince). The film was first announced back in 2016, but Zegler was not cast until 2021, and filming did not happen until 2022. Related: ‘Sn
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27 November
Disney Star Arrested For DUI After Falling Asleep at the Wheel
On July 28, Disney released its newest live-action movie, Haunted Mansion. The film starred Rosario Dawson as Gabbie, a single mom who moves into an abandoned New Orleans mansion with her Travis (Chase Dillon). The hope was to turn it into a bed and breakfast, but the ghosts who inhabit the mansion quickly put the kibosh on that idea. Related: Disney’s Haunted Mansion Accused of Cultural Appropria
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27 November
Disney Replaces Dozens of Actors With Artificial Intelligence: How AI Technology Is Changing the Studio
AI, or artificial intelligence, has been a massive topic of discussion in recent months, and for good reason. As the technology around us continues to develop at a rapid pace, Hollywood's major film studios are left to grapple with the decision of how these new leaps in innovation can be used in the entertainment industry. Disney, one of the world's largest and most influential entertainment congl
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