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Dec- 2023 -26 December
Shrek’s New Home Takes Shape at Universal Orlando
Although we are a Disney-centric focused website, we never neglect to cover other entertainment and theme park news. This is especially true regarding Walt Disney World Resort's largest competitor, Universal Orlando Resort. Related: ‘The Lord of the Rings' Ride Coming to New Universal Studios Theme Park? Universal Studios Theme Parks It’s no secret that Universal Studios Resort is expanding
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26 December
Disney’s Box Office Bombs May Be… Nominated for Oscars?
For those following the Hollywood drama over the past year (strikes, flops, and scandals), it might not come as a surprise that Disney has made some of the largest box office flops of all time. But despite the movies' poor performance, some of them may actually be up for some Academy Awards. Although Disney is no stranger to flops (John Carter, Treasure Planet, Strange World, etc.), 2023 is a reco
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26 December
Disney Cast Member Seeks Damages for Injuries, Court Rejects Claim
A former Tokyo Disneyland cast member sought damages for work-related injuries she sustained on the job, but a court rejected her claims. While more often than not, we have magical and wonderful news to report from the Disney Parks, occasionally, there is news of a more somber nature to share. That is the case with this story today of a former cast member from Tokyo Disneyland who sued the Disney
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26 December
Star of ABC’s ‘One Life to Live’ Tragically Dies of Cancer at 56
This year has been particularly rough for celebrity deaths, especially those taken before their time. Friends star Matthew Perry died at 54, Three's Company star Suzanne Somers died at 75, Brooklyn Nine-Nine star Andre Braugher at 61, and The Wire star Lance Reddick at 60. And then there were those legends whose passing still hurts, like Tony Bennett, Tina Turner, Jimmy Buffett, and Norman Lear. B
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26 December
Disney Will Never Be The Same: Company Part of One of Biggest Entertainment “Mega-Mergers”
Disney has just signed a deal with one of the biggest companies in India in a move that will prove incredibly significant for the company. For a few months now, the Walt Disney Company has been trying to find its footing and solidify its presence in the various markets it is a part of, but there’s one that has proven particularly difficult. India. Disney has previously acknowledged India as its “m
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26 December
What is the Disney Princess Diet?
There have been various fads involving Disney Princess diets over the years, so we at Disney Fanatic jumped in to investigate this trend. It’s completely understandable to want to live more like a Disney Princess. If you lean into the magical aspects of their lives, they are often confident, capable women who find a happy ending—which often also involves finding love with a romantic partner (Cinde
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26 December
Disney Legend Dick Van Dyke Just Called Himself WHAT?!
If there is one actor who brings smiles to the faces of people young and old when they think of him, it's most likely Dick Van Dyke. The beloved actor has been a Hollywood staple for nearly 70 years. Over those seven decades, he has been in a number of hit films and television shows, including Bye Bye Birdie (1963), The Dick Van Dyke Show (1961-66), Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (1968), and Diagnosis Mu
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26 December
Disney Sued by Fired Cast Member After Reportedly Denying Simple Disability Accommodation
Working for Walt Disney World in Florida is often seen as a dream for many who love the Orlando theme park. However, the veil sometimes deteriorates when the dream is fulfilled. Reality is often a different experience than anticipated, and a former cast member is now keenly aware of this fact. Lawsuit Filed Against Disney for Discrimination According to Click Orlando, a lawsuit was filed on Decemb
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26 December
‘Encanto’ Land Likely Coming to Park, as Disney Shares Exciting Teaser
Disney seems keen on developing an Encanto-themed area, and they're getting people hyped for it. Related: Disney Prices Out Families, Raises Passholder Prices Throughout its history, The Walt Disney Company has earned acclaim for its unwavering commitment to innovation, a legacy deeply embedded in the visionary era of its founder, Walt Disney. Through a harmonious collaboration between Walt Disney
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25 December
Christmas Brings News of a Real-Life ‘Home Alone’ Incident
An airline explained how a mistake on their part resulted in a real-life Home Alone scene coming to life for a young child. There are occasionally moments when we hear of real life being like a movie. In the best-case scenario, our lives become that of a romantic comedy or, as any Disney Fanatic would agree, a Disney movie. But sometimes, life can look a lot different than we intended. Recently, S
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