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Jun- 2023 -24 June
Disney Ruins Nearly All of Its Vintage Animation Assets
The Walt Disney Company has acquired many assets over 100 years of existence, but sadly, not all have made it that long. The company has a major looming issue involving the copyright to Mickey Mouse ending in 2024, but that isn't the only major loss the company has had to contend with since it was founded. In fact, the animation studio has ruined almost all of its vintage animation materials from
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24 June
Disney Performers Embrace Non-Verbal Autistic Guest By the Dozen
Ardent Disney Fanatics will already be aware that a large portion of the famous Disney magic comes from interactions with Disney character performers during Character Meet and Greets, or during impromptu on-the-go interactions with said performers (such as this absolutely adorable interaction between Ariel and a tiny French Flounder)! Being a Disney performer is certainly not easy, but the perform
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24 June
Disney’s Supreme Court Loss Will Have Ripple Effects Across the Already Struggling Company
The Walt Disney Company suffered a significant blow in front of the Supreme Court last week. The Court ruled that a lower court should revive a First Amendment lawsuit against Disney that the lower Court had thrown out. The case stems from Disney's use of Lots-O-Huggin' in Toy Story 3 (2010). A New Jersey company had the trademark on a similar stuffed bear and sued Disney for its use in the blockb
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24 June
‘Bear’ Star Says Disney Rejected Shocking “Mouse” Scene From Airing
The series about a group of sandwich shop underdogs turned Michelin star hopefuls just launched its second season on Hulu. “The Bear” massed a significant following in its premiere season inspired by the Chicago joint Mr. Beef, earning it the quickest second-season green light in history. Starring Jeremy Allen White as the neurotic chef Carmen “Carmy” Berzatto and Ebon Moss
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24 June
Video: Star-Powered ‘Haunted Mansion’ Cast Shares Behind-the-Scenes Look at the Film
In just over a month, Disney fans can board a virtual Doom Buggie and ride on the other side when Haunted Mansion spooks theaters. The devil is in the details, and the spirits from the iconic Haunted Mansion attraction are etched into every corner of the highly-anticipated film. Directed by Justin Simien and featuring fan-favorite stars like Jamie Lee Curtis, LaKeith Stanfield, Owen Wilson, Rosari
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24 June
NEW: A Stunning Sneak Peek Into the World’s First ‘Frozen’ Land
Disclaimer to Frozen fanatics: the images you're about to see might make you melt. Whispers of a Frozen-themed land have been circulating for years, and with Arendelle opening its gates in November, we can almost taste the first snowflake. Moving into the Hong Kong Disneyland Resort, the immersive expansion invites Disney Guests to a Summer Snow Day celebration inspired by Walt Disney Animation St
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23 June
Disney Fans Rally Behind Special Needs Adult Who Enjoys Character Hugs
Disney Parks hold a timeless appeal for anyone regardless of age, whether adults or children. However, Disney-loving adults sometimes feel the need to justify their fondness for these beloved vacation destinations as they are normally regarded as places for kids. There have been a lot of discussions lately around the adult presence in Disney theme parks, and a great deal of it has been negative or
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23 June
Fans Divided Over New Genie+ Pricing
On June 23, Disney announced that some major changes were coming to the Disney Genie+ system at Walt Disney World Resort. Instead of Genie+ costing one price per day for all four theme parks, prices for Genie+ will vary depending on the Park. Those who Park Hop will still be able to purchase Genie+, but the price will be along the lines of the most expensive Park for the day. Disney will keep an e
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23 June
Fans Divided Over Former Disney Star’s Pro-Abortion Song
Being a Disney Channel star isn't the easiest job in the world. While it appears glamorous on the surface, it's a strenuous ask and has left more than one former Disney star with reportedly weighty baggage. One of the key characteristics of working with Disney is how strict they are about the image of their stars. To be associated with the Disney name is to maintain a clean, non-controversial imag
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23 June
Disney World Suffering, Paying the Price for Years of Bad Policy
The Walt Disney World Resort has always been touted as one of the ultimate Disney destinations for those seeking to experience a Disney vacation. Home to four theme parks and two water parks, with rides and attractions like Haunted Mansion and Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at Magic Kingdom Park, or lands like Pandora at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park, it’s no surprise why Disney World enjoys i
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