News
Disney Fanatic is here to deliver the latest in Disney news from The Walt Disney Company and beyond.
-
May- 2024 -30 May
Disney Karen Asks for Backup, Gets Dragged Instead
A wild Karen recently appeared at the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida. The grumpy mother claimed a PhotoPass cast member ruined her experience. She shared the encounter at the theme park on social media, thinking it would spark some agreeable backup. However, all she got was a barrage of unanimously opposite opinions hurled in her direction. A Fairytale Moment Walt Disney World offers diverse
Read More » -
30 May
Official: Disney Cuts ‘Star Wars: Episode I’ Title After 25 Years
The Walt Disney Company has made its fair share of controversial decisions when it comes to the Star Wars franchise. Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace (1999) was a significant milestone in cinematic history, marking the return of George Lucas to the director's chair for the first time since Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope (1977). The film, set 32 years before the original trilogy, aimed
Read More » -
30 May
Jenna Ortega’s Hit Netflix Series Confirmed To Continue Without Her Following Shock Exit
Jenna Ortega has officially exited a Netflix series that's part of one of the biggest franchises of all time. No, we aren't talking about The Addams Family spinoff (of sorts) Wednesday (2022 — present), but the brand-new animated series Jurassic World: Chaos Theory (2024). This isn't the first time Ortega has exited a major franchise. Last year, she famously bowed out of the upcoming slasher
Read More » -
30 May
Rachel Zegler Pays Tribute to Fallen ‘Mary Poppins’ Legend; “Thank You for Everything”
This week, Richard M. Sherman, a prolific and influential figure in the world of music and entertainment, passed away at the age of 95. Throughout his illustrious career, Sherman made remarkable contributions that have left an indelible mark on the industry and on Walt Disney Studios. His work alongside his brother, Robert B. Sherman, as the renowned Sherman Brothers, produced some of the most ico
Read More » -
30 May
Netflix Suspends ‘The Hunger Games’ Indefinitely Amid Celebrity Lockdown
If you are a fan of The Hunger Games, we have some bad news to share. Suzanne Collins' gripping young adult novel, The Hunger Games, took the world by storm in 2008. The story, set in a dystopian future nation called Panem, captivated readers with its thrilling narrative of a teenage girl named Katniss Everdeen who volunteers to take her younger sister's place in a televised fight to the death. Th
Read More » -
30 May
Massive ‘Moana 2’ Announcement Incoming From Walt Disney Company
Fans of Disney's Moana have some exciting news to look forward to. Related: ‘Back to the Future’ Reboot Confirmed With ‘Terminator’ Franchise The Walt Disney Company is preparing to have a banner year in 2024, with several highly anticipated films on the way. This summer, fans will see the continuation of Marvel's Deadpool franchise in Deadpool & Wolverine, which sees Ryan Reynold's Deadpool team
Read More » -
30 May
Dolly Parton Emotionally Wrecked: Country Star Breaks Down, Shares Career-Ending News
Dolly Parton is taking a pivot with her career after announcing her retirement. Who is Dolly Parton? Dolly Parton, a name synonymous with country music, rhinestones, and boundless charisma, has carved a remarkable path through the entertainment industry for over six decades. Born in Locust Ridge, Tennessee in 1946, Parton's musical journey began at a young age. Surrounded by a family steeped in mu
Read More » -
30 May
Marvel Icon Tragically Passes Away, Tributes Pour in From Fans
Tributes are pouring in after the death of Marvel icon Don Perlin. According to a Facebook post by his daughter Elaine Perlin, the co-creator of iconic superheroes such as Moon Knight and Bloodshot sadly passed away at the age of 94 on May 14. “I am devastated to report the death of an amazing man,” Perlin wrote. “My father, Don Perlin, passed away peacefully yesterday at the age
Read More » -
30 May
The Rise and Dramatic Fall of Tim Allen’s ‘Home Improvement’
Home Improvement was a ratings juggernaut for ABC in the 1990s. The show transformed the careers of its stars and made Tim Allen a household name. The show was based on Allen's standup comedy. He starred as Tim Taylor, and Patricia Richardson played his wife, Jill Taylor. Home Improvement star Tim Allen used the 90s sitcom to jump-start his career on the big screen. He would land the role of Buzz
Read More » -
29 May
Devastated Fans Pay Tribute to Disney Legend, Dead at 95
Odds are, if you mention the Sherman Brothers to a Disney fan, their face will light up. In the early 1960s, the talented Richard and Robert Sherman caught the attention of Walt Disney, who hired them as staff songwriters for Walt Disney Studios. As Rick Blaine might say, from there, it was the beginning of a beautiful friendship. The brothers remained a core part of the Disney family until Walt d
Read More »
