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Jul- 2024 -10 July
VIDEO: Guests Jump Out of “it’s a small world” Boat
Magic Kingdom's “it's a small world” attraction is known as “The Happiest Cruise That Ever Sailed,” but not when something like this happens… Disney is all about safety, and Disney cast members work very hard to make sure each guest is safe and happy during their magical vacation. One of the places safety is most important is when on one of Disney's many rides and att
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10 July
Iconic ‘Shrek’ Star, Beloved Donkey Voice Actor, Dies Tragically
We are making waffles one last time for the prolific voice actor who voiced Donkey in the 4 previous international Shrek films, who has sadly passed away. Credit: DreamWorks Shrek, the grumpy green ogre with a heart of gold, has become a pop culture icon since his debut in 2001. The brainchild of DreamWorks Animation, the Shrek franchise has spawned four films, a spin-off, a successful television
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10 July
‘Jurassic World 4’ Update: OG Actor Makes Surprise Announcement
Though currently best known for playing Avenger Natasha Romanoff/Black Widow in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), Scarlett Johansson will soon face genetically engineered dinosaurs in Jurassic World 4 (2025), the seventh film in the long-running Jurassic series. Starring alongside Jonathan Bailey, Manuel Garcia-Rulfo, Rupert Friend, Luna Blaise, David Iacono, Audrina Miranda, and Mahershala Ali
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10 July
Project 2025 Is Coming for the Walt Disney Company
Project 2025 has finally entered the mainstream media over the past few weeks. It is a conversation agenda, and should Donald Trump retake the White House in 2025, Related: Supreme Court Sides With DeSantis in Punishing Disney World Cast Members However, this document also takes issue with The Walt Disney Company and its business practices. Should there be a second President Trump term, this could
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10 July
Dwayne Johnson’s Vision for Transforming Disney Parks
For nearly ten years, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson was one of the most well-known and beloved wrestlers in the World Wrestling Federation — later renamed World Wrestling Entertainment. He was known for his own fight-ending move — the Rock Bottom — and his signature catchphrase, “If you smell what The Rock is cooking.” Johnson ended up leaving WWE in 2004, as
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10 July
Puppy Dies at Walt Disney World Resort, Man Faults Slow Service of Employees
WARNING: The following article mentions and/or discusses topics that may be distressing for certain audiences. Viewer discretion is advised. The Orange County Sheriff’s Office recently made a significant development in the case of puppies left at Disney Springs, which devastated the Disney community earlier this year. Following a distressing incident, an arrest warrant affidavit has been issued on
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10 July
Disney Vacations at Risk: Theme Park No Longer Allows Vacation Bookings
If you have been planning on visiting Tokyo Disney Resort, be aware, as the website may not allow you to go to the theme park, let alone vacation there. Tokyo Disney Resort, a dazzling display of Disney magic nestled in Urayasu, Chiba, Japan, has captivated hearts since its grand opening in 1983. Owned and operated by the Oriental Land Company under a license from The Walt Disney Company, the reso
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10 July
‘Anchorman’, ‘Bob’s Burgers’ Star Pleads Guilty to January 6th Charges
Jay Johnston, a character actor who is best known for his roles in Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgandy (2004 ) and Bob's Burgers, had pled guilty to interfering with police officers trying to protect the U.S. Capitol from a mob’s attack on January 6. NEW: Jay Johnston, a comedian with roles on 'Bob’s Burgers' and 'Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy,' pleads guilty in connecti
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10 July
Lucasfilm Chief Officer Admits ‘Star Wars’ Design Is Just About Selling Toys
Star Wars has always had a very cozy relationship with the idea of merchandising itself, and a Lucasfilm chief has confirmed that toys are the most important aspect of actually creating a movie or show. By any measure, the Star Wars franchise is one of the most commercially successful film projects of all time. George Lucas‘ inability to acquire the film rights to the Flash Gordon serial ser
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10 July
Leaked Videos Make Broad Claims Against Disney’s Hiring Practices and LGBTQ+ Outreach, but Should You Believe Them?
About three weeks ago, a video dropped showing Twentieth Century Television Senior Vice President Michael Giordano telling his “date” that there are hiring quotas at The Walt Disney Company, and as a white man, he has been passed over for promotions. Since then, James O'Keefe and his O'Keefe Media Group have released two more videos. In total, the three videos have alleged that The Walt Disney Com
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