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Apr- 2022 -13 April
Whoopi Goldberg Takes Break From ‘The View’ Just Two Months After Controversial Statement
Disney Legend, Whoopi Goldberg (Caryn Elaine Johnson), recently made headlines as she was suspended from ABC's The View for a Holocaust comment she made in a January episode. Now, we're learning Whoopi has decided to take a break from the ABC show. Credit: ABC As The View host, Whoopi Goldberg was suspended for two weeks in February 2022 for a comment she made claiming the Holocaust was not “
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12 April
Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Cast Member Costumes Revealed
With the official opening of Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind almost one month away, Disney has shared a sneak peek at the new Cast Member costumes Guests can expect to see soon at the Wonders of Xandar pavilion. This all-new EPCOT pavilion, which will house the thrilling Guardians of the Galaxy attraction, is the first of its kind for the park as it is EPCOT's first otherworldly pavilion. T
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12 April
Owners of the Swan and Dolphin Resort Purchase the Grand Orlando Resort Near Walt Disney World
The Tishman Hotel Corporation, which owns the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resorts, just purchased the Grand Orlando Resort at Celebration, located just 1.5 miles from Walt Disney World. The new property will offer Guests, especially those who have enjoyed their stays at other Tishman properties, modern and comfortable accommodations just outside of Disney property. The Grand Orlando Resort
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12 April
Video: Disney Creator Shares How Disney Attractions Accommodate Wheelchair Transfers
Theme park fans everywhere often note that Walt Disney World is very accessible when it comes to allowing as many Guests as possible to experience all different types of attractions around Disney theme parks. In terms of accessibility, Disney is often at the forefront of creating attractions with wheelchair accessible seating, but what about cases when a wheelchair-outfitted ride vehicle isn't pos
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12 April
Poll: 68% of Americans ‘Unlikely’ to Stay with Disney Due to Child-Focused Woke Agenda
For almost the entirety of 2022, so far, The Walt Disney Company has appeared to be the subject of divisive debate around far-left subjects like Critical Race Theory and the promotion of LGBTQ+ content to children. But after Disney announced it would work to actively undermine Gov. Ron DeSantis and Florida's State government over the “Parental Rights in Education Law,” and after footag
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12 April
Disney Travelers! Florida Warns NOT to Touch Fuzzy Caterpillars
The Sunshine State is calling for you! As Walt Disney World Resort welcomes Spring and Summer Guests this year, Florida has sent out an interesting message NOT to touch fuzzy caterpillars. You've planned and you've saved. Chances are you're preparing to explore the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival, take a dip at Typhoon Lagoon Water Park, and simply celebrate the Walt Disney World's 50
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12 April
Disney Cruise Line Update: ‘Disney Wish’ Makes Progress Through Sea Trials
The Disney Wish is a little closer to being cleared for her maiden voyage. After completing her journey down the Ems River to the entrance of the North Sea, we at Disney Fanatic have learned that Disney's newest and largest ship began undergoing her sea trials this week and made her first successful trip into the open sea and back. Thanks to the data from Marinetraffic.com, we can see the path the
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12 April
‘Shang-Chi’ Actor Thanks the Company That Fired Him
Ten years ago on April 12, actor Simu Liu was fired from an accounting job that he hated. While struggling in the aftermath, the young college graduate started acting as an extra in films — and a whole new career began, leading to a starring role on the beloved series Kim's Convenience and a blockbuster Marvel role as Shang-Chi. Simu Liu provided some insight recently into the backstory behi
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12 April
Aladdin’s Iago Dies; Gilbert Gottfried Passes Away at 67
Sad news today for any fans of the 1994 movie Aladdin or the Aladdin character Iago. The iconic comedian Gilbert Gottfried, who voiced Iago, has just passed away at the age of 67. pic.twitter.com/STHhfpVSKU — Gilbert Gottfried (@RealGilbert) April 12, 2022 Gilbert Gottfried was a well-known comedian, whose distinctive voice made him an excellent voice actor and an instantly recognizable comi
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12 April
A Fantastical Competition Comes to Disney+
Everyone loves a good fantasy-adventure quest, whether it's a quest for a family reunion like in Onward (2020) or a quest for some magical artifacts like in Raya and the Last Dragon. Now, Disney is combining unscripted reality TV with some scripted Disney quest storylines in a new competition series called The Quest! According to D23, “Disney+’s upcoming Original Series The Quest is a ground
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