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 -11 January
Disgruntled Guest Finds Loose Condoms in Florida Theme Park, Management Asks: “What Do You Want Me To Do About It?”
Content Warning: Disney Fanatic is a family-friendly site. However, this topic is not suitable for children and should be read with caution. A guest vowed to cancel their AP to a Florida theme park after they found a loose condom in a restaurant, and management was indifferent—bordering on rude—to the situation. While more often than not, we cover news about The Walt Disney Company and its various
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10 January
Imagineer Brings Disney Innovation to Healthcare
Former Disney Imagineer Joe Lanzisero recently explained how his time with the Mouse House helps him in his current venture, particularly in bringing immersive experiences to healthcare. Walt Disney Imagineering are the creative minds behind the Disney Park experiences we love so much. From the incredible rides and attractions at any Disney theme park to the incredible lands and experiences on off
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7 January
Online Conspiracy Theory Claims Israel Is Clearing Gaza For A Disney Theme Park
Three months ago today, Hamas terrorists invaded Israel, setting off a brutal war in Gaza. When the conflict started, many in Hollywood tried to chart a middle ground but quickly found being in the middle meant that both sides disagreed with you. The Walt Disney Company was one of those who charted the middle ground by donating $2 million for humanitarian aid in Israel, but even that ended up spar
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6 January
‘Speed Racer’, ‘Indiana Jones’ Actor And His Two Young Daughters Killed In Plane Crash
Actor Christian Oliver and his two young daughters were killed in a plane crash near a small, private island in the Caribbean, according to police in St. Vincent and the Grenadines. The crash occurred just west of Petit Nevis island near Bequia as the plane headed for nearby St. Lucia, police said in a statement. Besides Oliver, 51, his two young daughters, Madita Klepser, 10, and Annik Klepser, 1
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6 January
Disney Finds Itself Stuck In Feud Between Two of Its Biggest Stars
In 1901, author Frank Norris published his novel The Octopus. The book was based on his experience as a journalist covering the sprawling railroad in California. He realized that, like an octopus, the railroad touched on nearly every aspect of life. However, there were dangers in that. The tentacles would occasionally intertwine, causing more significant problems for the industry. The Walt Disney
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4 January
Universal Theme Park Attraction Permanently Closed
The Magical Creatures Encounter has permanently closed in Universal Studios Japan, as many fans will be unhappy to learn. While more often than not, we at Disney Fanatic cover all Disney Parks-related news and happenings—occasionally, we do dip our toes into coverage of Disney's competitors. Today, we're talking about Universal. Universal is one of the most well-known companies and brands alongsid
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4 January
‘He Went Through Hell Over This,’ Son Reacts After Mother’s Remains Found Outside Disney World
On New Year's Eve, the Lemire Family got news they hadn't expected. The volunteer dive group, Sunshine State Sonar, found Sandra Lemire's red minivan in a retention pond near the Walt Disney World Resort entrance on World Drive. Sandra Lemire's remains were inside the van, wrapping up an 11-plus-year mystery. #FPVideo: 12 years after Sandra Lemire and her car vanished, divers believe they have fou
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1 January
Beloved Star of Disney/Pixar’s ‘Coco’ Passes Away on New Year’s Eve
The beauty of Disney/Pixar's Coco (2017)Â is the underlying message that as long as someone remembers you, your life will continue on. So, the more significant the impact you make in life, the more likely that your memory will live on long after you are gone. And that is how actress Ana Ofelia Murguia will be remembered, with her legions of fans and the millions of children she made happy with her
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1 January
Family Confirms Body Found in Pond Outside Disney World Is Woman Missing Since 2012
In 2012, Sandra Lemire left her grandmother's house to meet up with a man she met online at a McDonald's in Kissimmee, Florida. That was the last time she was ever seen alive. Police had been searching for her for the past 11 years, and after interviewing the man she met that day, they found no leads. That is until her car was found on New Year's Eve submerged in a pond near World Drive, close to
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Dec- 2023 -31 December
After Threatening Disney World With a Prison, DeSantis Threatens to ‘Flatten’ Disney Cruise Hot Spot
Sometimes, when you make a living talking to people all day, you misspeak. It has happened to all of us from time to time. But if you misspeak, you immediately clean it up and, if necessary, apologize. But when you repeat the same claim repeatedly, it is clear that you may believe it. And there is one claim in particular that Florida Governor Ron DeSantis keeps repeating that has caused an interna
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