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Jul- 2024 -12 July
Disney World Shutting Down Another Historically Controversial Attraction in Magic Kingdom Overhaul
The Walt Disney World Resort will close another one of its historically controversial and problematic attractions later this year, the next in a string of summer season shutdowns. Diverse Disney Disney World's summer season may seemingly be slow at the moment, but crowds will surely gear up as international guests embark on school break vacations and Halloween events begin. That said, despite the
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11 July
Little Mermaid Ride RUINED by Guest Behavior
Walt Disney Imagineers are the masterminds behind thrilling twists and epic launches like the take-off on TRON Lightcycle / Run, but their stories set Disney attractions apart. The Haunted Mansion ride, a Walt Disney World staple since it opened, has a queue and pre-show that are attractions before guests even board the haunted Doom Buggy. Rise of the Resistance transports guests into the center o
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11 July
Beloved Child Actor Found Dead Alongside Service Dog
While each decade has its own television shows that leave a mark, the 1980s was full of some truly great comedy television. It was the era when we first met Michael J. Fox as Alex P. Keaton on Family Ties. We met the Tanners on Full House and the Seavers on Growing Pains. Then, there was Cheers, The Golden Girls, The Cosby Show, Family Matters, and Silver Spoons. And we can't forget about iconic s
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11 July
Horror Icon Dead: Legendary Actress Passes in Her Sleep, Update Given
Legendary horror actress Shelley Duvall has tragically died at the age of 75. The actress – best known for playing Wendy Torrance in Stanley Kubrick's psychological horror The Shining (1980) – reportedly passed away today at her home in Blanco, Texas, according to her long-term partner, Dan Gilroy. “My dear, sweet, wonderful life partner and friend left us,” Gilroy told The Hollywood R
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11 July
Fans Use AI to Design Eccentric Disney Wedding Dresses
These days, artificial intelligence and the use of programs like ChatGPT are the talk of the town — and now artificial intelligence has just merged with an ever-popular summer topic: weddings! We have already seen Disney fans use AI to reimagine Disney characters in the form of Disney villains, Disney princesses with their children, and Disney heroines in hardcore warrior garb (and, lest we
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11 July
Tragedy Near Disney World: Drug-Related Incident Leads to Police Shootout with Multiple Casualties
A tragic shooting took place a few days ago due to drugs just outside of the Walt Disney World Resort Parks. Here's what we know. Tragic Incident Leads To Several Deaths Outside of the Disney World Parks According to WFLA News Channel 8 and WFTV, two people were killed, and another was injured in a shooting Tuesday morning at the Rapallo apartment complex in Kissimmee. According to NBC affiliate W
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11 July
Super Bowl Champion Under Fire for Slamming Adult Disney Theme Park Videos
This week, Inside the Magic reported on a heated debate among Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort fans about giving up parade viewing spots for children. The video that sparked the discussion went so viral that an NFL star weighed in, taking a harsh stance on childless adults at the Disney theme parks. Related: Tokyo Disney Resort Bans Select Kinds of Filming in Parks, Vlogging May be A
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11 July
Disney Gives Up, Greenlights ‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’
The Walt Disney Company is all out of ideas that aren't sequels, so you know what that means: The Devil Wears Prada 2. Deadline reports that a sequel to The Devil Wears Prada, the 2006 film starring Anne Hathaway in her breakout adult role and Meryl Streep in yet another Academy Award-nominated part, is currently in the works at Disney. The original film, based on the 2003 novel by Lauren Weisberg
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11 July
Disney Refutes Tinker Bell’s Existence, Blames Mandela Effect
When we think of Disney, a few thoughts come to mind. Of course, the Disney parks are one of the most iconic in the world. While Mickey Mouse standing in front of Cinderella Castle or Sleeping Beauty Castle is an iconic look, Disney did not begin with theme parks and rollercoasters. Disney's start began with movies. Walt Disney, a name synonymous with animation and childhood wonder, built an empir
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11 July
Lin-Manuel Miranda Departs Disney, Announces Concept Album Project
Disney has more than a few talented songsmiths on its payroll, but Hamilton's Lin-Manuel Miranda is switching gears in search of the next big thing. After replacing Elton John in the next Lion King sequel, the actor-songwriter announced plans for a new concept album. After his success as the Ten Dollar Founding Father in Hamilton, Miranda made a smash with The Walt Disney Company. Having written s
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