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Oct- 2023 -18 October
Fans Disgusted After Resurfaced Video Shows Disney Star Fat-Shaming Innocent Waitress
So often, people adore their favorite actors and actresses to the point where they think they can do no wrong. People who have portrayed villains have been treated poorly in public because people think they are like the characters they play. On the flip side, actors and actresses who play fun and loveable characters are also thought of as incredible people in real life. That's why it can be disapp
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18 October
New Ursula Tiki Mug Swims Into Trader Sam’s!
“I admit that in the past I've been a nasty. They weren't kidding when they called me, well, a witch. But you'll find that nowadays I've mended all my ways. Repented, seen the light, and made a switch.” It's been 35 years since Disney fans were introduced to a little mermaid who dreamed about becoming a part of the human world. While Ariel is one of Disney's most popular princesses, Th
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17 October
RUMOR: Disney Beginning to Ban Unauthorized Tour Guides
Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida, is a huge place — covering more than 43 square miles. The Resort consists of four theme parks — Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Animal Kingdom, and Disney's Hollywood Studios. There are also two water parks — Typhoon Lagoon and Blizzard Beach — and more than 25 hotels. Not to mention the huge shopping and dining area called Disney Springs
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17 October
Disney’s Newest Short Leaves Fans in Tears
It's hard to believe, but The Walt Disney Company is officially 100 years old. In 1923, Walt Disney moved to Burbank, California, with nothing more than a suitcase and a dream. It was in Burbank that he would create a company that would change the world. Walt Disney, alongside his brother Roy, created some of the most memorable movies and gorgeous theme parks the world has ever seen. Related:Â Disn
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17 October
Disney’s Legal Strategy in DeSantis Case: Go For the Jugular
Article I, Section 10, Clause 1 of the United States Constitution imposes certain restrictions on the states. The states are not allowed to print their own money, nor are they allowed to form their own armies. During the Civil War, the U.S. Supreme Court used this Clause of the Constitution to keep from recognizing the union formed by the seceding states. But, in the case of the Walt Disney Compan
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17 October
‘Haunted Mansion’ Director Admits He Was “Not Surprised” by Film’s Summer Failure
On July 28, Disney released its newest live-action film, Haunted Mansion. The film starred LaKeith Stanfield as Ben Matthias, a former paranormal investigator brought in to help single mom Gabbie (Rosario Dawson) and her young son Travis (Chase Dillon) clear their house of ghosts. Ben must team up with Father Kent (Owen Wilson), psychic Harriet (Tiffany Haddish), and history professor Bruce Davis
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17 October
After Disney’s Massive Layoffs, Another Related Company Sees 50% Staff Layoff
Disney isn't the only company seeing massive layoffs. Another recently acquired company might be losing roughly 50% of its staff. It's been a difficult year for tech companies. With the general downward trend worldwide, many have had to downsize and make a lot of challenging decisions to save the company. One of the most prominent cases of this was the Walt Disney Company. Earlier this year, Disne
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16 October
Bob Iger Honors Disney’s 100th Anniversary, Gets Blasted by Fans
The Walt Disney Company is officially 100 years old. On October 16, 1923, Walt Disney brought his dream to life and, in doing so, created one of the most iconic companies in history. Walt could never have imagined that his dream would change the world, but fans are thankful he made his dreams a reality. In its 100 years, Disney has created some of the most iconic films in history and changed the t
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16 October
Did Disney Just Make Its New Holiday Event Adults Only?
One of the best times of year to visit Walt Disney World Resort is during the holiday season. The theme parks, Disney Resort Hotels, and Disney Springs are all decorated to the hilt. Guests can head into EPCOT and indulge in amazing holiday dishes from around the world at Disney's International Festival of Holidays. Over at the Magic Kingdom, Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party is always a hit wit
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16 October
It’s The Great Pumpkin, Mickey Mouse. Disney Has Turned Halloween Into a Cash Cow
For years, there were always certain times of the year when there were smaller crowds at Walt Disney World in Central Florida and Disneyland in Southern California. Traditionally, fall was one of those times. By mid-August, all of the southern states had their kids back in school, and the crowds lightened up. Related:Â After Languishing All Summer, Disney World Hopes Fall Brings the Guests Back As
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