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Jan- 2024 -17 January
Former Disney Imagineer Incites Debate Over Ride Pre-Shows
Debates over attractions at Walt Disney World Resort are nothing new. Guests, Imagineers, cast members, and Disney fanatics of all kinds have varying opinions over content, dialog, audio-animatronics, and even pre-shows. Related: Walt Disney World To Repurpose Abandoned Resort Experience Former Disney Imagineer Jim Shull Former Disney Imagineer Jim Shull recently sparked a debate over pre-shows on
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17 January
Disney World Park Closes Due to Extreme Weather
Fan-favorite Walt Disney World Resort water park Blizzard Beach will be closing temporarily for the safety of guests due to extreme winter weather conditions. The Walt Disney World Resort is one of the best places in the world to enjoy a Disney vacation. From incredible rides and attractions like Space Mountain and Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at Magic Kingdom and lands like Pandora in Disney's A
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17 January
Disney Hiring ‘Frozen,’ ‘Tangled’ & ‘The Princess and the Frog’ Fans
Are you a Walt Disney World Resort fan who loves modern animated classics? Frozen (2013), Tangled (2010), and The Princess and the Frog (2009) are among the most popular and beloved Disney films since the Disney Renaissance. Related: Disney/Pixar's New Theatrical Release Flops at Box Office But if you love those movies and music and are a performer, Disney is looking for you! Related: Walt Disney
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17 January
Is Disney World Celebrating Black History Month by Giving Black Guests Free Entry?
A rumor has been circulating that Disney World is going to be free for Black people, in particular, during Black History Month. But is it true? Over the years, we've fact-checked many rumors at Disney Fanatic. Whether it was the one about Disney removing Cinderella Castle or Disney breaking up Mickey and Minnie, we've investigated a lot of claims that have found their way across the internet. Toda
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17 January
Disney Settles Suit That Claimed Its Shady Business Practices Hid Hundreds of Millions in Profits
Lawyer Daniel Petrocelli is a busy man. Whenever The Walt Disney Company has a high-profile case, they call on Petrocelli to represent them. It was Petrocelli who helped Disney and Marvel reach a settlement with Scarlett Johansson over her payment for Black Widow. Related: Disney Busting Out Legal Legend for Fight With DeSantis Petrocelli is also arguing Disney's case against Florida Governor Ron
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17 January
After 7000-Person Layoffs, $7 Billion Cost Cutting, Bob Iger Paid Almost $32 MILLION in 2023
It’s a lot of hard work to be the CEO of the Walt Disney Company, undoubtedly, but let’s not forget the job pays, and well! The subject of what senior executives at Disney get paid is always a dicey one. While their job is undoubtedly stressful and admittedly challenging, the compensation is noteworthy. Many would argue that the financial compensation for the gig more than covers the stresses of t
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16 January
Apple Shows Its Support for Disney, Cements Collaboration
Apple's latest, the Apple Vision Pro headset, is going to have special content from Disney+ at its launch, per recent reports. For months now there have been rumors going around that tech giant Apple is going to acquire the Walt Disney Company and save the company from its recent financial woes. It's no secret that Disney has been going through it; when Disney CEO Bob Iger returned to the helm, on
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16 January
Whistleblower Claims Disney Monitored Conservative Employees
In 2023, a whistleblower reached out to Youtuber WDW Pro with claims that the Walt Disney Company forced employees to keep DEI journals, targeted those who were politically right-leaning, and tied an individual's politics and virtue signaling to pay raises. Related: Disney Fears “Woke” Label, Reportedly Cuts LGBTQ+ Storyline from Latest Blockbuster Woke Disney? The Walt Disney Company has been ac
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16 January
Cast Members and Fans FINALLY Spot New Hidden Mickey
Months after the Moana attraction opened to the public for fans to enjoy at EPCOT, CMs and guests finally spotted a new Hidden Mickey. One of the best things about going to the Walt Disney World Resort is the lesser-known nuances that make the trip special, and one of the most beloved Disney fandom secrets is that of the hidden Mickeys. While there's a lot to love at Walt Disney World (rides and a
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16 January
Star Confirms Likely Cancellation of Controversial Disney+ Series
The Walt Disney Company has been involved in many controversies lately. Among them are certain shows and movies that have divided fan bases of Star Wars, the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and other IPs. Related: Disney Goes Dark: Power Outage at the Theme Park She-Hulk: Attorney at Law Enter the Disney+ show She-Hulk: Attorney at Law. The MCU phase four show focused on the character of Jennifer Walte
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