Author: Mr. Daps
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Tim Sypko Appointed as New President and Managing Director of Hong Kong Disneyland
After the appointment of Michael Moriarty as the new chief financial officer of Disney Experiences, a new president and managing director has been named at Hong Kong Disneyland. Tim Sypko, who has worked as senior vice president, operations for Hong Kong Disneyland in recent years, has been named to that role. This role comes to…
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Tyrus Wong | DISNEY THIS DAY | October 25, 1910
On this day in 1910, animator, multi-talented artist, and Disney Legend Tyrus Wong was born. Wong immigrated to the United States from China when he was nine years old. His work for Disney began in 1938 when his lush pastel sketches captured the poetic design Walt desired for ‘Bambi,’ a style modeled after paintings of…
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The Walt Disney Archives Shares Tron Treasures
Tron: Ares is now in theaters. This movie is the third in the franchise that dates back decades. While the newest film is in theaters now, some of the treasures from the original Tron (1982) and Tron: Legacy (2010) can be found in The Walt Disney Archives. In a video that was shared by Disney,…
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Disney Networks Could Go Dark on YouTube TV
Amid ongoing carriage fee disputes between The Walt Disney Company and YouTube TV, Disney is warning that several of its networks could go dark. The current agreement between the two companies ends at midnight ET on October 30th. If an agreement isn’t reached before then, ABC local stations, ESPN, FX, and other networks would go dark…
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‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ Disney+ Arrival Date Announced!
The Fantastic Four: First Steps is currently available for digital download from online retailers and also on physical disc formats. Soon, it will also be available for fans to watch on Disney+. Today, it was announced that The Fantastic Four: First Steps will be arriving on Disney’s streaming service on November 5, 2025. The film…
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Cotino – A Storyliving by Disney Community Celebrates Opening of Artisan Club
On the evening of Thursday, October 23, 2025, Cotino – A Storyliving by Disney Community celebrated the opening of the Artisan Club. The opening of the Artisan Club at Cotino marks a major milestone in the community as this oasis in the mountain desert continues to blossom. The evening’s event included special guests, residents of…
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Geek Eats: Disney Jollywood Nights Food
Disney Jollywood Nights is the after-hours hard-ticketed event at Disney’s Hollywood Studios throughout the holiday season on select nights. The event includes some incredible character, entertainment, exclusive merchandise, and food! Below is a look at the delectible delights that can be enjoyed during this holiday party at Walt Disney World Resort. Tickets for this event…
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A Most Unusual Camera ~ Photoniks ~ Episode 8
On this episode of Photoniks, Mr. Daps and Clocky look at photos from each land of Disneyland. In each land, some people could be Mr. Daps or Clocky hanging out in the park during another era. In each photo, the photo is discussed, and they talk about who would be who. Join the conversation and…
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Club Penguin | DISNEY THIS DAY | October 24, 2005
On this day in 2005, the Club Penguin massively multiplayer online game launched to the general public. The game was purchased by Disney in 2007. Club Penguin was intended for players ages 6-14, but was open to anyone. Users navigated a snowy island world using a penguin avatar. There, they could play minigames, visit special…
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Pixar’s Bobby Podesta to Headline Virtual Talk for The Walt Disney Family Museum
The Walt Disney Family Museum regularly hosts both virtual and in-person events. These events are educational, entertaining, and inspiring. They often have people that currently work or have worked with The Walt Disney Company. They always carry on the legacy of Walt Disney. One of the upcoming virtual talks is with Pixar’s Bobby Podesta. The…
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GUIDE: 14 Halloween Favorites for Families on Disney+
Halloween is almost upon us. At October moves further into fall, it’s a perfect time for family movie nights. Disney+ has many different Halloween movies that can be enjoyed. Sometimes, it almost seems like there are too many! Below are 14 Halloween favorites to be enjoyed on families on Disney’s streaming service. This list was…
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Magic Kingdom Most Visited Theme Park Globally
For the 19th year in a row, the Magic Kingdom is in the top theme park globally for guests to visit. The news comes as the Themed Entertainment Association (TEA) published its annual theme park attendance report. This is now called the Global Experience Index. “The 2024 TEA Global Experience Index marks a new chapter…
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Here’s What to Know About the Return of NBA on ESPN
On Wednesday, NBA on ESPN returned. This comes as ESPN moves into the first year of a new expanded media rights agreement with the NBA. As it does this, it says it is doubling down both on innovation and also fan engagement. Throughout the milestone season, there will be the return of marquee events like…
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Voice of Mickey Mouse Bret Iwan-Inspired Expedition Mickey Mouse Collection Heading at Disney Parks
Bret Iwan is the official voice of Mickey Mouse. This is a role he has held since 2009. He also is a very talented designer. Couple these talents with his love of all things Disney Parks, there is an opportunity to create something very special. For the Expedition Mickey Mouse Collection, Bret stepped into the…
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An Evening at Cotino – A Storyliving by Disney Community
It seems like just yesterday that Cotino – A Storyliving by Disney Community was announced. This was accompanied by pictures with shovels in front of a big lot. Fast forward a few years and Cotino – A Storyliving by Disney Community is now welcoming its first residents and Disney magic is beginning to blossom in…
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WestJet Airlines Frozen Plane | DISNEY THIS DAY | October 23, 2015
On this day in 2015, a ‘Frozen’-themed aircraft from WestJet Airlines was unveiled in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. A Boeing 737-800 received the custom livery that featured Anna, Elsa, and Olaf. Even the overhead bins and the seat headrests sported unique, magical touches! It took six painters 21 days of around-the-clock shifts to customize the plane.…
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Travis Kelce Joins Group in Investing in Six Flags Entertainment Corporation
Travis Kelce is known as a star player on the Kansas City Chiefs (where he has helped win three Super Bowls) and the fiancé of Taylor Swift. Now, he is also known as a part of the group that makes up one of the largest investors in Six Flags Entertainment Corporation. This week, it was…
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New Villains Spotlighted in ‘Disney Lorcana‘s Whispers in the Well’
On November 14, Disney Lorcana‘s Whispers in the Well will be available for fans to purchase. When this hits store shelves (and then is immediately grabbed by fans), there will be a few surprises that will be a part of this game set. Just looking at the title for this set, it should be no surprise that…
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Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde to Meet with Guests in New Outfits at Hong Kong Disneyland
As Zootopia 2 heads to theaters, Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde will be meeting with guests at Hong Kong Disneyland in new outfits. The news was announced on social media with the following post! The duo will begin to meet with guests starting on November 27, 2025. They will be meeting guests in Adventureland. Zootopia…
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Phat Cat Swinger Final Performance of 2025 in Southern California on November 8th!
Guests who have visited the Disneyland Resort in recent years may have encountered Phat Cat Swinger performing at the Disney Festival of Holidays or the Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival. This energetic band plays Disney music, jazz hits, pop songs, and even original tunes! They are full of energy and have special magic…
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New Characters Coming to Disney Jollywood Nights at Walt Disney World Resort
Disney Jollywood Nights is a wonderful retro and glitzy Christmas party at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. This party is offered after-hours on select nights throughout the holiday season. Along with the incredible entertainment, merchandise, food, attractions, and fun, there are also some characters to have some merry greetings with! This includes some new characters that will…
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Parkside Market Replaces Sip & Sonder at Downtown Disney District
Sip & Sonder has been replaced by a new coffee shop in the Downtown Disney District. Guests visiting the Disneyland Resort this week discovered that in the place of what was once Sip & Sonder is now Parkside Market or Parkside Market Coffee, depending on which sign is looked at. Overall, the new location appears…
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2026 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts Dates and Details Revealed
Details and dates have been revealed for the 2026 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts. This year, the festival will last 39 days and begin on January 16th and continue until February 23rd. The festival is a celebration of visual, performing, and culinary arts. It has also become quite popular in recent years. Below is…
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Disney Channel Rocks | DISNEY THIS DAY | October 22, 2010
On this day in 2010, the live stage show Disney Channel Rocks! debuted in Disney’s Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World. It had a mobile stage that rolled along Hollywood Boulevard and stopped in front of the Sorcerer Hat Stage for a 15-minute performance. Its setlist included favorite songs from the ‘High School Musical’ franchise,…