Author: Mr. Daps
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Raven-Symoné | DISNEY THIS DAY | December 10, 1985
On this day in 1985, actress and singer-songwriter Raven-Symoné was born. Fans of the Disney Channel know her best as the star of ‘That’s So Raven’ and ‘Raven’s Home,’ as well as Galleria Garibaldi in the ‘Cheetah Girls’ franchise. She is also the voice of Iridessa in the ‘Disney Fairies’ series. Raven first appeared in…
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Jeff Williams, Former Apple COO, Nominated to Disney Board of Directors
Jeff Williams, the former Chief Operating Officer of Apple, Inc., has been nominated as an independent director for the Board of Directors of The Walt Disney Company. Shareholders will be voting on this nomination at the 2026 Annual Shareholder Meeting. This nomination comes as Disney is expanding the Board of Directors to 11 members. This…
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‘Percy Jackson and the Olympians’ Heads to Fortnite
At D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event, Disney Experiences Chairman Josh D’Amaro announced a partnership with EPIC Games. Part of this involved Disney properties entering the world of Fortnite. Now, Percy Jackson and the Olympians has done just this. Fans can now experience Percy Jackson Siege of Monsters by logging in and going on an…
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Disney Shares About How it Created a More Cinematic and Global Experience for Season 2 of ‘Percy Jackson and the Olympians’
Percy Jackson and the Olympians was an instant hit when it arrived in 2022. Soon, the second season will debut on Disney+ and Hulu. When it does, Disney promises that the series will be making an even “bigger splash.” Rick Riordan‘s bestselling book series has inspired the series, which has received a 95% Certified Fresh…
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2026 Season Pass to Knott’s Berry Farm Now Available for Christmas Gift
Did you know that you can already purchase and use a 2026 Season Pass to Knott’s Berry Farm? That’s right, these Season Passes are already available and offer fans the chance to experience not only this year’s Knott’s Merry Farm but also next year’s. During this time, other seasons can also be enjoyed. This includes…
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Jazz Legend and Disney Musician Gordon Goodwin Passes Away at 70
Gordon Goodwin was a jazz legend and also a contributor to the Disney Parks, film, and television musically. He was a pianist, saxophonist, composer, arranger, and conductor. He passed away suddenly this week at the age of 70. Throughout his life and career, he contributed to the musical worlds that have helped tell stories that…
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‘Zootopia 2’ Nears $1 Billion Mark After Second Weekend at Box Office
Zootopia 2 continues to chug forward at the global box office. After its second weekend in theaters, the film is nearing the $1 billion mark globally. It is expected to pass this massive milestone this week. Over the weekend, the film came in second place at the box office domestically. It garnered another $43 million.…
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The Lion, The Witch, and the Wardrobe | DISNEY THIS DAY | December 9, 2005
On this day in 2005, ‘The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe’ was released in the United States. It was based on the children’s book of the same name by C. S. Lewis. Four siblings, Peter, Susan, Lucy, and Edmund, discover that a magical wardrobe is a portal into the world…
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Walls Go Up in Downtown Disney As Construction Begins on New Porto’s Bakery and Cafe
Construction has officially begun on the new Porto’s Bakery and Cafe in Downtown Disney District at the Disneyland Resort. While it may be hard to see exactly what is happening with the construction at this point, there definitely are things beginning to happen. Guests visiting the Disneyland Resort today found some walls going up around…
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How to Watch the Extended Version of ‘The Muppet Christmas Carol’
It’s the holiday season! One of the highlights of this season for many is getting to watch all of the Christmas and holiday specials. One favorite special is The Muppet Christmas Carol. This is an adaptation of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol. Surprisingly, it is also one of the most faithful adaptations of the story.…
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Disneyland Paris Disney VoluntEARS Prepare 11,000 Christmas Gifts For Hospitalized Children
Disneyland Paris Disney VoluntEARS came together to make extra magic for hospitalized children during the holiday season this year. Together, they prepared 11,000 Christmas gifts for these children. The project came to being with the help of over 500 Disney VoluntEARS and their families. Together, they wrapped these thousands of Christmas gifts for these hospitalized…
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Sunglass Hut Reopens at Downtown Disney District
After a lengthy closure, the Sunglass Hut reopened at the Downtown Disney District on Sunday. The flagship store had been behind walls and scrims for months. The store now looks striking and bold, as guests can pick their favorite sunglasses. Along with sunglasses, the refurbished store now has LED walls found throughout as well. The…
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The Walt Disney Company Earns 27 Golden Globe Award Nominations
The Golden Globe Award nominations were announced today. With the announcement, it was revealed that Disney earned 27 nominations. This was across Disney’s wide range of brands and studios that include ABC, Disney’s FX, Disney+, Disney Television Studios’ 20th Television, ESPN, FX Productions, and Hulu and Hulu Originals; and The Walt Disney Studios’ 20th Century…
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Hallmark Holiday Film Coming to Walt Disney World Resort
Hallmark and Disney fans have a lot to be thankful for this holiday season. In 2026, a new Hallmark holiday film will be arriving that sees the Hallmark Channel teaming up with Walt Disney World Resort. Holiday Ever After: A Disney World Wish Come True will be this all-new holiday movie. The new film will…
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New Concept Art Released for Future Downtown Disney District Porto’s as Construction Officially Begins
Since being announced several years ago, Disney fans have eagerly awaited the arrival of Porto’s Bakery and Cafe in the Downtown Disney District. Today, it was announced that a significant step forward toward realizing that dream has been taken. Construction has officially begun on the new Downtown Disney District Porto’s location near the west end…
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Father of the Bride Part II | DISNEY THIS DAY | December 8, 1995
On this day in 1995, Disney’s Touchstone Pictures released ‘Father of the Bride Part II.’ Four years after his daughter’s wedding, George Banks faces an impending midlife crisis as he learns he is about to become not only a new grandfather, but also a father again himself. The original cast, including Steve Martin, Diane Keaton,…
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Where to Find and See Photo Spots and Movie Screenings for ‘A Very Jonas Christmas Movie’ in Disney Parks and Beyond
A Very Jonas Christmas Movie is now streaming on Disney+ and Hulu. There are also some fun opportunities to experience the movie and elements of it in the real world in the Disney Parks and hotels. This includes screenings and other experiences at some Disney hotels and photo ops in the parks, hotels, and beyond.…
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VIDEO: Benjamin Bratt Narrates Candlelight Processional at Disneyland
For many Disney fans, the start of the holiday season begins on the first weekend of December when the Candlelight Processional brings the Christmas story to Town Square at Disneyland. This tradition, which dates back to the days when Walt Disney still walked the park, is beloved by those who can see it. It has…
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Prep and Landing – Operation: Secret Santa | DISNEY THIS DAY | December 7, 2010
On this day in 2010, the holiday short ‘Operation: Secret Santa — A Prep & Landing Stocking Stuffer’ debuted on ABC. It was a sequel to 2009’s ‘Prep & Landing.’ We catch up with Wayne and Lanny on a secret mission from Mrs. Claus, voiced by Betty White. The elves have been tasked to break…
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Benjamin Bratt Revealed as Candlelight Processional Narrator at Disneyland
The Candlelight Processional at Disneyland is a tradition that dates back to the era of Walt Disney. This annual tradition sees a celebrity narrator tell the story of Christmas with the help of a mass choir, orchestra, handbell choir, soloists, and fanfare trumpeters. All of this takes place on a beautiful stage that is erected…
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Check Out the ‘Zootopia 2’ Easter Eggs Found at Shanghai Disney Resort
Zootopia 2 is taking the world by storm. With a record-breaking opening weekend, the film has shown that fans are excited about Walt Disney Animation Studios’ return to this franchise. At Shanghai Disney Resort, there are some fantastic Zootopia 2 Easter Eggs that can be found. Shanghai Disney Resort also inspired some of the things…
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Stitch Crash Lands Disney on Ice
Attendees of Disney on Ice in St. Paul, Minnesota, received a surprise when Stitch made a crash landing. His arrival was part of Disney’s global “Make Someone’s Holiday Magic” campaign. After bursting in, Stitch shared about holiday kindness and Disney’s Toys for Tots Ultimate Toy Drive. The Holiday Magic Tour will see Stitch on the…
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Disney Cruise Line Reveals Christmas Tree Aboard Disney Destiny
The Disney Destiny is now taking guests on 4- and 5-night cruises to The Bahamas and Western Caribbean as a part of its inaugural season. One of the great things about a new ship and an inaugural season is lots of reveals. Many of these reveals happened during media previews and the inaugural cruises aboard the…
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Walt Disney Family Museum to Host Virtual Talk: Funny Boy: The Richard Hunt Biography with Author Jessica Max Stein
The Walt Disney Family Museum is hosting a new virtual talk. This time it will be with Jessica Max Stein, the author of the Richard Hunt biography, Funny Boy: The Richard Hunt Biography. This event will be taking place on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, at 5:30 PM PT. This event will be held as the…