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Jun- 2024 -4 June
Latest Update: Man Climbs Roller Coaster Tracks, Claims He’s Captain America
As if riding a roller coaster wasn't scary enough, one theme park guest decided to go rogue and climb the tracks this week. Theme park incidents are rare but not unheard of. Whether it's Disney, Universal, Six Flags, or an independent amusement park, every operator goes out of their way to maintain a safe environment – but, people being people, there's always someone who will find a way to circumv
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4 June
Jenna Ortega Update: Creators of Hit Teen Series Make It Impossible for ‘Wednesday’ Star To Return
Though her popularity and Hollywood status show no signs of waning, Jenna Ortega has exited two massive blockbuster franchises over the past year (both of which have already replaced her). Last year, following the firing of co-star Melissa Barrera, who shared a controversial social media post regarding the ongoing Israel-Hamas war, Ortega, who plays Barrera's on-screen sister in Scream (2022) and
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4 June
“Cinderella Castle” Finally Reopens to Guests, Visitors After Months-Long Closure
After a more than 24-month-long closure, “Cinderella Castle” has finally reopened to eager guests and other visitors. Related: Disney Park Building Its Second Princess Castle, Set to Open Later in 2024 The Lure of the Disney Castle Each of Disney's theme park resorts around the world features an iconic princess castle, and the lure of each castle is undeniable. While there's not a cast
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4 June
Hugh Jackman Speaks Out on Leaving Marvel Behind After Disney Scrapped ‘Deadpool 3’
Actor Hugh Jackman recently sat down with his Deadpool & Wolverine (2024) costar to talk all things movies, mental health, and their biggest roles to date. There, Jackman revealed why he gave up his iconic character of Logan in the X-Men film franchise. Deadpool's Journey to the Marvel Cinematic Universe In 2009, Marvel Comics fan-favorite Deadpool made his live-action debut in 20th Century Fox's
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4 June
Judi Dench’s Tearful Goodbye: Actress Announces Final Update
Is Judi Dench saying goodbye to Hollywood? It appears that she is hanging up her acting career for good. Dame Judi Dench is one of the most respected and beloved actresses in the entertainment industry, renowned for her versatile performances across film, television, and theater. Her career spans several decades and has seen her rise from humble beginnings to become a celebrated Hollywood icon. He
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4 June
‘Friends’ Star Jennifer Aniston Taking on the Daunting Task of Recreating Dolly Parton
For more than three decades, Jennifer Aniston has been a pop culture staple. First as Rachel on the hit show Friends and now as Alex on Apple TV's The Morning Show. Related: American Treasure Dolly Parton Suspends Her Public Appearances Indefinitely But Jennifer Aniston has always wanted more. In 2008, she started working as an executive producer on her film Management (2008), and she has contin
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4 June
Park Bans Guests for Life for Filming Rides and Posting on YouTube
One of the worst experiences is when you get on a ride at Walt Disney World or any theme park, the lights go out, and a person takes out their phone and starts to video the ride. Credit: Inside the Magic Occasionally, a cast member will get on the loudspeaker and tell that person they are breaking the rules and need to stop, but they usually don't. In most cases, the person filming is just a nuis
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4 June
Latest Solution for Homeless Disney World Cast Members, Move Them to a Former ‘Crime-Ridden’ Orlando Hotel
Cast members at the Walt Disney World Resort have been struggling lately. Despite earning a raise of $20 an hour in contract negotiations with Disney World last year, they are still falling behind in terms of living income in Central Florida. Related: Banned From Sleeping in Their Cars, Homeless Disney World Cast Members Can Sleep in Other People's Garage It is hard to pinpoint just how many Disne
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3 June
Mom Called “Dangerous” After Disney Ride Photo Goes Viral, Sparking Debate
Most Disney rides take photos of guests, capturing their reactions and turning them into cherished memories that'll last forever. One woman was unaware of the camera until it was too late, and she was photographed breastfeeding her child during the Disney ride. Here's what happened next… There are a lot of things that people do during their Walt Disney World Resort vacations that can spark d
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3 June
EPCOT Continues Its Transformation as a Beloved Attraction Gets a Make Over
If you think about it, since the COVID-19 Pandemic, the Walt Disney World theme park that has seen the most changes is EPCOT. While the Magic Kingdom has Tiana's Bayou Adventure and “Beyond Big Thunder” coming in the future, and Animal Kingdom will have a significant update, EPCOT is the only theme park that has received a major overhaul in the past five years. Credit: Inside the Magic While that
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