Author: Mr. Daps
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VIDEO: The Disney Family Legacy with Roy P. Disney at Destination D23 – A Journey Around the Worlds of Disney
Destination D23 – A Journey Around the Worlds of Disney was full of moments that Disney fans loved. There were historical moments, legacy moments, performances from Disney on Broadway stars, and a special panel with Roy P. Disney. The grand-nephew of Walt Disney, Roy P. Disney is also the grandson of Roy O. Disney and…
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Check Out Disney Store’s Top Toy Picks for 2025 Holidays
It’s hard to believe it, but it is already time to start thinking about gifts for the holidays. With shipping being an unknown and sometimes stores selling out of popular items, the Disney Store has become a great place to go to shop for Christmas gifts. Ahead of the holiday season, Nathalie from the Disney…
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Here’s What You Should Know About the planDisney Panel
The planDisney Panel is a group of Disney fans who are carefully selected by Disney to help people plan their next Disney trip. Recently, Walt Disney World Resort invited Daps Magic to learn about things happening at the Most Magical Place on Earth during the fall and holiday seasons. Through the course of the event,…
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Tron – Mr. Daps’ Home Entertainment Review
It is an excellent time to be a fan of the Tron franchise. Ahead of the release of Tron: Ares, Tron has been re-released after being carefully digitally scanned and restored by The Walt Disney Film Restoration team. The team then corrected dirt, warping, and other imperfections to ensure pristine image quality. This was supervised by…
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Horseless Carriage Days | DISNEY THIS DAY | Thursday 26, 1955
On this day in 1955, the first annual Horseless Carriage Days event was held on Main Street, U.S.A. at Disneyland. The gathering was sponsored by the Horseless Carriage Club of Southern California and included a parade of lovingly preserved antique cars from 1915 and earlier. Exhibitors wore period costumes as they promenaded down Main Street.…
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New Trailer Released for ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’
A new trailer has been released for Avatar: Fire and Ash. The release of this trailer arrives ahead of the re-release of Avatar: The Way of Water in 3D exclusively in theaters for a one-week special engagement worldwide on October 3. The third film in the Avatar franchise from Disney Legend James Cameron opens exclusively…
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Disneyland Paris Announces 2026-2027 Ambassador Team
Disneyland Paris has announced its next Disney Ambassador Team. The team will begin their term on January 1, 2026, and continue through December 31, 2027. The team is the most recent Disney Ambassador to be announced around the globe (see below). The new Disney Ambassadors for Disneyland Paris will be Mónica Cosson and Agathe Soul. The duo…
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New Disney Topps Cards with Mickey and Friends in MLB Uniforms Announced
Disney and Topps Cards have announced a new collaboration that sees Mickey Mouse and friends suiting up in MLB uniforms. A new 200-card 2025 Topps Chrome Disney set has been revealed by Disney. The set brings classic animated and live-action characters from Disney to life in collectible card form. The set includes special inserts, rare autographs,…
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Disneyland Resort’s Napa Rose Restaurant Closure Extended into 2026
Guests who are fans of the culinary experience at the Disneyland Resort are undoubtedly aware, or have enjoyed, the Napa Rose. This signature restaurant at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa serves refined California cuisine, with dishes made from ingredients sourced locally and internationally. The restaurant also has incredible wines from around the globe. Earlier…
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Disney Cruise Line Celebrates World Maritime Day By Showcasing Crew Members
World Maritime Day is celebrated on September 25th each year. This year, the International Maritime Organization chose “Our Ocean, Our Obligation, Our Opportunity” as the World Maritime Day theme for this year. This reflects on the ocean’s vital role in the maritime industry and our responsibility to protect it. These theme aligns with Disney’s commitment to taking…
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Merchandise for 2025 Disney Jollywood Nights Revealed!
Disney Jollywood Nights will soon be bringing added merriment to Disney’s Hollywood Studios on select nights throughout the 2025 holiday season. Throughout each of these specially ticketed evening events, there will be plenty of entertainment to enjoy, characters to meet, foods to enjoy, and attractions to ride. There will also be some exclusive merchandise available…
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Walt Disney World Resort Releases Dates and Details for 2026 Disney After Hours
Walt Disney World Resort has released dates and details for its special-ticketed after-hours events at its parks for 2026. These events offer guests a unique way to experience Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, and Disney’s Hollywood Studios, featuring lower wait times for attractions, the opportunity to meet some of their favorite characters, and complimentary snacks. With limited…
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Rocket Rods | DISNEY THIS DAY | September 25, 2000
On this day in 2000, the Rocket Rods at Disneyland closed for “refurbishment.” However, the temporary closure turned into a permanent one when no work was ever performed. The high-speed thrill ride that replaced the PeopleMover had suffered mechanical failures and track damage. The attraction was announced as officially closed in April 2001. One Rocket…
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Disney Celebrates Gino’s Legacy on World Gorilla Day
Today is World Gorilla Day. Sadly, Gino, the 44-year-old western lowland gorilla, passed away recently. As the cast members and guests who loved this gorilla continue to mourn his death, Disney has shared about the legacy of this popular silverback gorilla. Dr. Mark Penning, Vice President, Animals, Science and Environment, Disney Parks, penned the following…
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Hong Kong Disneyland to Reopen After Typhoon Closure
On Thursday, September 25, Hong Kong Disneyland will reopen after the passing of Typhoon Ragasa. When the storm reached landfall about 145 miles from Hong Kong, it was the equivalent of a Category 3 hurricane. At its peak, the storm had sustained winds of 165 miles per hour. This made it the most powerful storm…
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Disneyland Paris Releases Video Celebrating International Sign Languages Day
Tuesday, September 23, 2025, was International Sign Languages Day. This holiday is celebrated on the 23rd of September each year and is a part of International Week of the Deaf. As a part of the celebration, Disneyland Paris released a video of one of its sign language interpreters interpreting a fan-favorite attraction that has a…
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Highlights of the Holiday Parties at Walt Disney World Resort!
The holidays are almost upon us! Soon, the Most Magical Place on Earth will become the Merriest Place on Earth! When it does, there will be decorations, seasonal sweets and treats, merchandise, decorations, and a whole lot more. There will also be two holiday after-hours parties offered at Walt Disney World Resort. At Magic Kingdom,…
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‘Marvel Zombies’ Invades Disney+: Behind the Scenes of the TV-MA Adventure
In Marvel Zombies, the Avengers may be dead — but hope is alive. Premiering September 24 on Disney+, the first TV-MA series from Marvel Animation follows a desperate and disparate group of heroes — including Scott Lang (Paul Rudd), Yelena Belova (Florence Pugh), Alexei Shostakov/Red Guardian (David Harbour), Valkyrie (Tessa Thompson), Shang-Chi (Simu Liu), Katy Chen (Awkwafina), Kate…
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2026-2027 Tokyo Disney Resort Ambassadors Announced
The Disney Ambassador team for the 2026-2027 Tokyo Disney Resort Ambassadors has been announced. This comes just days after Disney Ambassadors were announced for Disneyland and also for Walt Disney World Resort. The Disney Ambassador for Aulani has also been revealed. This week, Tokyo Disney Resort announced that Shingo Kameda and Hikaru Hamanaka will be the 2026–2027 Tokyo…
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Final ‘Wicked: For Good’ Trailer Shows Something Bad is Happening in Oz
The final trailer has been released by Universal Pictures for Wicked: For Good. In this trailer and film, tensions are rising between Glinda (Ariana Grande) and Elphaba (Cynthia Erivo). For those who are familiar with the Broadway musical, there are some moments that they will recognize. There also appear to be some new moments as…
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Florida Residents Can Save With 3-Day, 3-Park Ticket to Walt Disney World Resort
Walt Disney World Resort is in the middle of Halloween and will soon be celebrating the holidays. Recently, Daps Magic was invited to Walt Disney World to learn about all of the different offerings that can be enjoyed during the fall and holidays. During this series of interviews and experiences, Disney shared about the multitude…
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It’s All About the New – GEEKS CORNER – Episode #782
It’s all about new stuff on this week’s Geeks Corner! Join Mr. Daps and Caitie Bear as they talk about this week’s Disney and positive stuff! This includes the new Disneyland Ambassadors, new movie nights at Downtown Disney District, new narrators for EPCOT’s Candlelight Processional, a new trailer for ‘The Mandalorian & Grogu,’ a new…
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Walt Disney Elementary School | DISNEY THIS DAY | September 24, 1955
On this day in 1955, Walt Disney attended the dedication of the brand-new Walt Disney Elementary School in Tullytown, Pennsylvania. Flattered by the honor, Disney commissioned a series of character murals and animation cels to line the hallways. Rooms were given Disney-themed names like “Mermaid Lagoon” for the girls’ restroom and “Captain Hook” for the…
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‘Encanto’ Writer/Director Jared Bush Writing New Dialogue for Disney’s Animal Kingdom Attraction
The writer and director of Encanto, Jared Bush, has revealed that he is working on a new attraction for Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Specifically, he is writing new dialogue for the attraction. Bush is also the Chief Creative Officer for Walt Disney Animation Studios. While flying back to the United States from Europe, Bush shared what…