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A New Report Confirms Johnny Depp Will Return to Disney as Captain Jack Sparrow

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The world has been without a new Pirates of the Caribbean film since 2017. In what appears to be a necessary move for Disney, it appears that fans of the swashbuckling franchise, specifically those obsessed with Johnny Depp and his portrayal of the infamous Captain Jack Sparrow, may not have to wait much longer. In potentially earth-shattering news, Daniel Ritchman, ...

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‘Pirates of the Caribbean’ Star Goes Unfiltered on Johnny Depp

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A Pirates of the Caribbean star went unfiltered talking about Johnny Depp amid rumors that he might return to the franchise. Keira Knightley’s portrayal of Elizabeth Swann in Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl (2003) marked a significant milestone in her career. Knightley brought depth and resilience to the character of Elizabeth, a spirited and adventurous young ...

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Big Upgrades Confirmed for Tower of Terror at Disney

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Changes are headed to one of Disney’s most iconic and frightening theme park attractions. Related: Marvel Actress Seals Fate Following ‘The Marvels’, “They Give Me Breadcrumbs” Some big changes are in the works for Disney’s thrilling Twilight Zone Tower of Terror, with a new permit sharing insight into the upcoming construction work. The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror is often ...

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New Disney World Restaurant Nears Completion After Indefinite Delay

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Work is well underway on Walt Disney World’s latest addition. Related: Big Update Confirmed for Disney’s Tower of Terror The Walt Disney World Resort is always changing, with new rides and attractions like TRON Lightcycle / Run at Magic Kingdom and Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind at EPCOT adding to the magic. It’s crucial for theme parks to evolve, ...

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A New State of Uncertainty At DeSantis’ Disney District Board As Gilzean Leaves For Election Position

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This afternoon, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced he had found a new position for Central Florida Tourism Oversight District Administrator Glen Gilzean. Gilzean will take over as the Orange County Supervisor of Elections after former supervisor Bill Cowles retired at the end of January. Related: The Deeper People Dig, the Worse It Looks For DeSantis’ Disney Board Administrator Gilzean has been ...

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“It’s Really Inexcusable,” Disney Castle in Shameful State of Disrepair

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Few buildings in the world are more iconic than a Disney castle. When guests walk under the train tracks and hit Main Street, the view of the iconic castle comes into focus and takes your breath away. Whether at the Magic Kingdom at the Walt Disney World Resort, the Disneyland Resort, or one of Disney’s properties around the globe, the ...

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Madeline Soto’s Stepfather/Alleged Killer Had An Extensive Presence on Reddit, Giving Advice as a Disney World Cast Member

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It was just a week ago that 13-year-old Madeline Soto was allegedly dropped off at school by her stepfather, Stephan Sterns. But after an extensive search, her body was discovered on Saturday in a remote area of Osceola County near Pearl Lake. Sterns, who was already in custody on capital sexual battery charges, is considered the prime suspect in the ...

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Fans Are Calling For One COVID Safety Measure to Be Reintroduced at Walt Disney World

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The world has changed since the days of the COVID pandemic at Walt Disney World. No longer are the streets of Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and Disney Springs empty with the occasional mask-clad guests popping out of freshly reopened shops here or there. Temperature checks have come and gone. Parades, character meet and greets, and ...

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