Outside the Disney Bubble
Disney Fanatic shares news and experiences that unfold outside of the Disney bubble, including news of Disney’s competitors and beyond.
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Jan- 2024 -27 January
Disney Rival Building Its Own Space Mountain and Tomorrowland
Tomorrowland is arguably one of the most iconic areas of a Disney castle park (perhaps second to Fantasyland). It is also one of the largest themed areas of both Disneyland Park and Magic Kingdom Park. Related: Pirates of the Caribbean Theme Park Coming in 2025 Although the attractions vary between the Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort versions, they all contain Space Mountain, the As
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26 January
Two Years Later, Some Believe ‘Full House’ Star Bob Saget Predicted His Own Death
We can remember when breaking news hit on the evening of January 9, 2022, as Bob Saget, the “Full House” and “America's Funniest Home Videos” star and popular comedian, died at age 65. Bob Saget's Death Two years ago, the terrible news had all of us in shock, as it was confirmed when @OrangeCoSheriff took to Twitter around 7:45 p.m. on January 9, 2022, to report: “Ear
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26 January
Pirates of the Caribbean Theme Park Coming in 2025
Pirates of the Caribbean is one of The Walt Disney Company's largest and most popular franchises. In a time when Star Wars and Marvel movies seem to have cooled off, Pirates of the Caribbean still appears to have a significant fan base. Related: New Video of Violent Disney Fight Surfaces on Social Media Pirates of the Caribbean Theme Park…in the Caribbean The Disney movie was filmed in Walli
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23 January
You Can Now Explore Walt E. Disney’s Home
The project has been years in the making…the Restoration of Walt E. Disney's childhood home. Located in Chicago, Illinois, sits the home on Tripp Avenue where Walt E. Disney was born and lived for the first four years of his life. Related: City Permits Show Big Changes Coming to TWO U.S. Disney Parks Walt E. Disney's Childhood Home The home was designed by Walt's mother and built by Walt's f
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22 January
Here are Four Attraction Closures You Need to Know About
Universal Orlando Resort has confirmed that four of its popular attractions will be closed for some period of time in 2024. Here's what you need to know. Any theme park fan is well aware that closures are a part and parcel of a park experience. Whether it's temporary or permanent (even with Disney attractions like Splash Mountain), rides often have to close for maintenance and refurbishment. Howev
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21 January
How the Feud With Disney Helped Sink DeSantis’ Presidential Hopes
On Sunday, just two days before the New Hampshire primary, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced that he would suspend his presidential campaign and endorse former President Donald Trump for the Republican nomination. It was a dramatic turn for Governor DeSantis, who just 14 months ago secured a resounding re-election and appeared to be the prohibitive nominee. BREAKING: Florida Governor Ron DeS
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19 January
Dolly Parton Gives Fans a Birthday Gift After Singer Fails to Get Her Canceled
Since Betty White died in 2021, we have very few “National Treasures” left. You know, those people who are universally beloved and even the worst internet troll can find something at least decent to say about them. There is, of course, Tom Hanks. Americans see the Toy Story (1995) and two-time Academy Award winner as one of the few good human beings left in the world. His reputation of
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16 January
Whistleblower Claims Disney Monitored Conservative Employees
In 2023, a whistleblower reached out to Youtuber WDW Pro with claims that the Walt Disney Company forced employees to keep DEI journals, targeted those who were politically right-leaning, and tied an individual's politics and virtue signaling to pay raises. Related: Disney Fears “Woke” Label, Reportedly Cuts LGBTQ+ Storyline from Latest Blockbuster Woke Disney? The Walt Disney Company has been ac
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16 January
A Massive New Theme Park Is Being Built by Former Disney Imagineers
Oklahoma could soon compete with Walt Disney World as an alternative theme park vacation destination in America. The state announced the construction of a massive new resort called American Heartland, which is set to open sometime in 2026. The project looks promising, as over 20 former Disney Park builders and Imagineers are helping make it a reality. Let's discuss everything revealed about this n
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16 January
Disney Legend Sir Elton John Gets His EGOT
Sir Elton John is one of the most prolific singers in rock and roll history. The legend turns 77 in March and has retired from the road, but he continues to receive career accolades, thanks, in part, to his relationship with the Walt Disney Company. And on Monday night, John finished a career milestone. At the Emmy Awards, John received his first career Emmy for his special, Farewell From Dodger S
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