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Feb- 2026 -3 February
Disney’s Leadership Shake-Up Brings Huge Salaries for D’Amaro and Walden
Disney’s leadership transition isn’t just about new names at the top—it’s also about the kind of money the company is willing to spend to secure its future. With Josh D’Amaro stepping into the CEO role and Dana Walden taking on a major creative leadership position, Disney has revealed compensation packages that are turning heads across the industry. And no, these aren’t modest numbers. Josh D’Amar
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3 February
Another Disney Cut? ‘Star Wars’ Experience Shuts Down Without Notice
Disneyland Resort has quietly discontinued the Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo dining package associated with Fire of the Rising Moons fireworks viewing, removing all booking functionality from its website and mobile app without issuing public statements about the change. The package debuted in November 2024 as a premium offering that combined Galaxy's Edge dining with reserved viewing access for the
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3 February
Disney World Pulls the Plug on 27-Year-Old Restaurant, Fans Mourn the Loss
Walt Disney World Resort has closed the doors on a familiar dining location after nearly three decades, and the response from fans has been anything but quiet. Guests who built traditions around this stop now find it gone, replaced by uncertainty and frustration. For many, the closure feels less like a routine update and more like a sign that Disney is moving on from experiences that once defined
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3 February
Disney Confirmed the Sports Entertainment Phenomenon Is Coming Back Next Month
The Savannah Bananas are officially returning to Disneyland Resort on March 26, 2026, and they're going way bigger than last year by expanding to both theme parks instead of just sticking to Disney California Adventure. If you missed them in 2025 or loved the experience and want more, this is your chance to see “The Greatest Show in Sports” completely take over the resort for one day.
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3 February
Heated Exchange at EPCOT During Cold Snap Leaves Guests Uncomfortable
EPCOT is usually a place where arguments fade into background noise, replaced by music, conversation, and the hum of people moving from pavilion to pavilion. But during a recent cold snap, that balance was disrupted when a heated verbal confrontation between two guests unfolded in full view of others. A video shared online captures the moment as the argument escalates, drawing attention from nearb
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3 February
Disney’s ‘Encanto’ Ride Gains Momentum as Animal Kingdom Construction Ramps Up
It’s becoming harder to ignore what’s happening across Walt Disney World. Construction zones are expanding, cranes are constant, and progress feels noticeably faster than fans anticipated. Disney hasn’t officially explained everything yet, but one project stands out. All signs suggest the new Encanto attraction is taking shape at an accelerated pace—and guests can already see pieces of it coming t
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3 February
Disney Prepares Massive Entry Change at Magic Kingdom, Impacting Majority of Visitors
New construction permits filed by Walt Disney World reveal planned modifications to the ferryboat docking infrastructure along the Seven Seas Lagoon at Magic Kingdom. The documentation describes work scope as “minor hardscape improvements, dock expansion at the Seven Seas Lagoon and a floodplain compensation area,” suggesting operational enhancements rather than fundamental changes to
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3 February
Disney Is Begging for Annual Pass Sales With a Discount Nobody Saw Coming
Disney just launched a promotion for Florida residents that cuts Annual Pass down payments in half, and honestly, this feels like Disney finally admitting they've priced way too many people out of becoming passholders. You can now get any Walt Disney World Annual Pass for just $99 down instead of the much higher amounts they normally charge upfront. What the Annual Pass Deal Actually Is Florida re
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3 February
‘Stranger Things: Tales From ’85’ Might Not Be Canon After All
Since its debut, Stranger Things has balanced nostalgic horror, teen drama, and supernatural threats to become one of Netflix’s most recognizable series. The show’s success led to a larger franchise that now includes stage productions, books, and spinoff projects designed to explore different corners of its universe. That expansion will continue with Stranger Things: Tales From ’85, a 3D animated
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3 February
CEO Bob Iger Officially Walks Away from Disney, Quits Job
Disney's board of directors has resolved one of the entertainment industry's most scrutinized questions by naming Josh D'Amaro, chairman of Disney Experiences, as the company's next chief executive officer. The appointment concludes a multi-year succession process that has captivated investors, industry observers, and Disney stakeholders who recognize the enormous responsibility of leading one of
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