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Jul- 2023 -28 July
Fans Accuse Disney of Ruining Haunted Mansion With Hatbox Ghost Announcement
On July 28, Disney released its newest live-action film, Haunted Mansion, in theaters. The film starred Rosario Dawson, Jamie Lee Curtis, Danny DeVito, Owen Wilson, Tiffany Haddish, and LaKeith Stanfield. It tells a brand-new story, while also honoring so many things that Guests love about the classic attraction, especially the one located in Disneyland Resort. One of the most exciting characters
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28 July
Fans Begin Hoarding DVDs and Blu-ray Discs As Disney Stops Selling Them
The Walt Disney Company has made a lot of changes since former Disney CEO Bob Chapek left to be replaced by current Disney CEO Bob Iger (who had previously held the position before Chapek). These changes have ranged from dramatic layoffs to significant inclusivity-focused efforts within the Disney Parks — but now Disney is making a big change abroad that has several Disney movie lovers spook
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28 July
Judge Denies Disney’s Motion to Dismiss Lawsuit Brought By DeSantis’ Board
After taking two weeks to deliberate on the issue, Orange County Circuit Court Judge Margaret Schreiber has denied Disney's request to dismiss the lawsuit filed by the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District. The Walt Disney Company now has 20 days to respond to the case. Related: Disney World Just Got Less Safe. DeSantis Board Defunding The Police Lawyer Daniel Patrocelli argued for Disney tha
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28 July
Disney/ABC Hiring “Scab” Writers For Long-Running Television Show
On May 2, more than 10,000 Hollywood writers, encompassing hundreds of movies and television shows, went on strike. The Writers Guild of America — which represents the writers — had been unable to come to a contract agreement with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP). The strike is the first major one in Hollywood since the last writers' strike in 2007. The 2
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28 July
Kristen Bell Canceled Over a Dinner Party: “It’s None of Anyone’s Business.”
It’s not a fun month to be Kristen Bell; the Disney star and Disney Legend was kicked out of the airport after a 9-hour delay and then was canceled on the internet for throwing a dinner party. The term “woke” has been thrown around endlessly when it comes to the Walt Disney Company. Many times, Disney stars and movies have been accused of pandering to “woke” audiences for more diversity and inclus
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28 July
Smell That? Disney Invades Guests’ Senses on Whole New Level
Some Disney Park Guests have said that they find Disney World or Disneyland experiences to be overwhelming and overstimulating — which actually drives some Guests to tears, according to this upset Space Mountain passenger — but Disney has just added a new form of sensory stimulation into the theme park mix! Disney has recently revealed plans for a “search and sniff adventure̶
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28 July
From Pickle Corn Dogs to… Pickle Milkshakes?
One thing that Disney prides itself on is that its theme park food isn't just your regular theme park food. Sure, Guests can get things like hot dogs, funnel cake, and cheeseburgers. But there is so much more to Disney World food. Guests can enjoy amazing crêpes, perfectly flavored barbecue, brioche ice cream sandwiches, cheeseburger spring rolls, homemade caramel treats, and more. It doesn't matt
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28 July
Here’s the Latest on the Hatbox Ghost Coming to the Magic Kingdom!
We all know the Hatbox Ghost is coming to the Magic Kingdom, but now, we know more about this favored specter, which will soon appear in Disney World’s Haunted Mansion. Going to the Magic Kingdom is one of the most cherished trips fans can take while indulging in a Disney vacation. From rides and attractions like Big Thunder Mountain Railroad and Space Mountain to amazing shows like Happily Ever A
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28 July
Designer Brings Groundbreaking Change to Disney Costumes
Many Disney fans are familiar with the Walt Disney Company's concentrated efforts to be more inclusive, particularly in the Disney Parks. Gender-neutral changes at the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique recently caused quite a stir, and Disney's notable focus on inclusivity in its most recent films has also turned new movies like Elemental into the talk of the town. However, one of the pillars of inclusivit
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28 July
Disney World Guests Report Roller Coaster Assaults
Many hardcore Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort fans associate the Disney theme parks with “Disney magic” — which does still pop up once in a while, despite the onslaught of controversies that are currently encircling the Walt Disney Company. However, the Disney theme parks are also places where, by default, large crowds of people from all over the world (and with al
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