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May- 2023 -15 May
Halle Bailey Gains Another Unexpected Fan After ‘Little Mermaid’ Performance
Serena Williams might have questionable taste when it comes to Disney villain baby names, but the retired professional tennis player and iconic athlete does apparently have good taste when it comes to the Disney fans that she welcomes into her life! The celebrity's husband, Alexis Ohanian, was spotted at a showing of the brand-new Little Mermaid movie with the couple's daughter Olympia (the couple
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15 May
“Continued War Against Disney Could Kill This State”: Outlet Slams DeSantis for Hurting State’s Economy
The coverage of Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis's feud with the Walt Disney Company is slowing down. After a long, drawn-out back and forth with each side hitting out against the other—each time we thought one side had got the ultimate checkmate, the other would swoop in with a move that surprised us all. The most recent move on the part of both the Mouse House and the Central Florida Tourism Oversight
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15 May
Katy Perry Wows Audiences With “Incredible” Elastigirl Impersonation
Helen Parr, aka the Incredibles superhero called Elastigirl, is normally an animated Pixar character associated with the actress who voices her (i.e Holly Hunter). However, pop star Katy Perry has just stolen the Incredibles limelight with her own take on Elastigirl and the iconic matriarch! Audiences were already reeling after witnessing this iconic Hawaiian singer's performances on American Idol
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15 May
Young Girl Almost Run Over By Scooter in Disney
In the more than 65 years that it has been in Southern California, Disneyland Resort has become one of the most popular vacation destinations on the West Coast. Guests love the magical feel that is present throughout Walt Disney's original dream. Since its opening in 1955, Disneyland Resort has grown exponentially. Both Disney California Adventure Park and the Downtown Disney District opened in 20
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15 May
Hawaiian ‘American Idol’ Contestant Leaves Audience Enthralled After Disney Performance
The Disney magic might not always seem like it is alive and well these days — but one Hawaiian singer has just brought back the Disney (and Marvel) magic for audiences on the popular American Idol competition show! On the show's “Disney Night,” which has become an American Idol tradition, the contestant named Iam Tongi sang a stunning rendition of a highly-underappreciated song
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15 May
The Most Overrated Character Dining Experience at Disney (and 3 Better Options)Â
Families flock to Disney Parks for the thrilling theme Park rides, themed resorts, and stellar service, but most kiddos have their hearts set on one goal: character sightings. Disney characters make the Walt Disney World Resort experience magical, and some Disney fanatics would argue a trip is complete with character dining. What's better than sharing some flapjacks with Goofy or a chocolate-drenc
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15 May
Some Fans are Going to Lose Access to Disney+
The Walt Disney Company has been announcing many changes to its services lately. On the Theme Park end, Disney just announced new perks for Annual Passholders at Walt Disney World Resort. On the streaming end, during the earnings call last week, Disney announced many changes to their streaming service, Disney Plus (Disney+). We have also seen updates on Tiana's Bayou Adventure (the Splash Mountain
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15 May
Disneyland Resort Finally Replaces Stolen Keepsakes
Lined with palm trees and frequented by Disney characters, the Disneyland Resort Esplanade is a pathway paved with family keepsakes commemorating their spot on Disney grounds. While the Esplanade isn't quite Sleeping Beauty Castle or Walt Disney World's Main Street, U.S.A., it's the glue between ​​Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure. A short walkway marking the Park's main entrances, t
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15 May
Disney Releases Opening Date for Brand-New World of ‘Frozen’
For the first time in forever, Disney announced the official opening date for an all-new world in one of its Parks. With two of the highest-grossing films of all time sparking a phenomenon among Disney fans, Imagineers couldn't “Let It Go” much longer—it was time to dream up a world dedicated to Frozen and Frozen 2. Although Elsa enthusiasts have adventured with Elsa, Anna, and Olaf at
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15 May
Disney Announces V.I.P. Days For Annual Passholders!
If you are a frequent visitor to Walt Disney World Resort, then you may find that it makes the most financial sense to buy an Annual Pass. Disney offers four Annual Passes — the Incredi-Pass, the Sorcerer Pass, the Pirate Pass, and the Pixie Dust Pass. Only the Incredi-Pass is open to everyone. The other three Annual Passes are available only for Florida Residents. In addition to being able to vis
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