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May- 2022 -11 May
‘Percy Jackson’ Author Defends Casting Choice, Accuses Objectors of ‘Racism’
Recently, the showrunners at Disney Plus announced their casting choices for the upcoming series based on the young adult book series Percy Jackson and the Olympians, and fans were quick to react. We at Disney Fanatic previously shared the casting news, but it appears that one particular casting choice has sparked some controversy and backlash among the fanbase. Actress Leah Jeffries is set to pla
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11 May
How One ‘Strange’ Costume Detail Ruins the Immersion in ‘Multiverse of Madness’
On Friday May 6, 2022… The latest edition to the Marvel Cinematic Universe Dr. Strange in the Multiverse of Madness hit theaters. The film marks the latest appearance of Dr. Stephen Strange as played by beloved British actor Benedict Cumberbatch. Dr. Strange was last seen in 2021's Spiderman: No Way Home, which delved into the multiverse to bring all three actors who played have Peter Parker
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11 May
Judge DISMISSED Lawsuit Against DeSantis’ Termination of Disney World District
A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit from Central Florida residents against Governor Ron DeSantis over his signing of legislation that terminated Disney's special Reedy Creek Improvement District. According to the Orlando Sentinel, The complaint claimed Florida was violating a state law called the Taxpayer’s Bill of Rights, as well as a contractual obligation with Reedy Creek’s bondholders and
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10 May
Fans Sign Petitions For Johnny Depp’s Return as Captain Jack Sparrow
In the midst of the defamation trial between former Pirates of the Caribbean actor Johnny Depp and Aquaman actress Amber Heard, Pirates fans and Captain Jack Sparrow fans have been campaigning for Depp's return to his famous role as Captain Jack Sparrow. During the defamation trial (which has been accompanied by Depp's fans' use of the hashtag “Justice for Johnny Depp”), Johnny Depp is
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10 May
Video: See How Disney Pastry Chefs Create Mickey Macarons
Some of the best sweets and treats at Disneyland and Walt Disney World are shaped like the ‘big cheese' himself, and one of the most adorable Mickey-shaped desserts as the Mickey macaron! Disney just took to TikTok to share a behind-the-scenes look at how the resort's talented pastry team creates these treats. Take a look below: @disneyparks Ever wonder how our culinary teams make a Mickey M
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10 May
‘It Was a Small Step’: Tom Hiddleston Discusses Loki’s Sexuality
Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness might be stealing all of Marvel's (and Thor's) thunder right now, but the Marvel show Loki still made waves when it was released on Disney+ last year and Tom Hiddleston's character Loki came out as bisexual. The moment on the show was brief (so much so that many Marvel fans were upset by its subtlety), and Tom Hiddleston recently spoke to The Guardian ab
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10 May
Senator Introduces Legislation to End Disney’s Special Copyright Protections
Mickey Mouse is destined for the public domain. In fact, he should be there now. But due to legislative change, The Walt Disney Company has been able to delay its masthead character's departure. Now, that delay could come to an end. According to Fox News, Sen. Josh Hawley, R-Mo. is introducing legislation that will end the special protection for all favoring corporations and limit the length of ne
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10 May
Elizabeth Olsen Answers Fans’ Big Question About Vision in ‘Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness’
Actress Elizabeth Olsen has been receiving high praise for her performance as Wanda Maximoff and the Scarlet Witch in the new Marvel movie Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness (which also stars Benedict Cumberbatch), and the movie has received good reviews despite adopting a jarring new style, but one particular plot point has many Marvel fans asking a particular question. Warning: spoilers
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10 May
Coins Tossed at Walt Disney World Amount to $30,000 Donated to Give Kids the World Village
Ever wonder what happens when you toss a coin into a fountain or waterway at Walt Disney World? Every so often, Disney goes through fountains and waterways to collect coins, which are then totaled up so the amount of money can be donated to help support the efforts of a local organization. Recently, $30,000 worth of coins were collected from around Walt Disney World with these funds being sent rig
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10 May
Kate Winslet Beat Tom Cruise’s Record While Filming ‘Avatar: The Way of Water’
The long-awaited trailer for the next movie in the Avatar series has finally been released (and is also being played in theaters before the new Marvel movie Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness), so fans of the James Cameron series are finally able to start getting excited about the Avatar sequel after more than a decade of waiting. Kate Winslet is one of the renowned actors who joined the
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