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Disney and Nintendo Announce ‘Epic Mickey: Rebrushed’
It’s been nearly 14 years since Epic Mickey was first released exclusively for the Nintendo Wii. Now, Nintendo and Disney have announced that a new version of the game will be released later this year for the Nintendo Switch. Called Epic Mickey: Rebrushed, this version of the game will see “a variety of enhancements” from…
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4017 Disneyana | DISNEY THIS DAY | February 21, 1980
On this day in 1980, Soviet-Ukranian astronomer L. G. Karachkina discovered the asteroid, “4017 Disneya.” It was named in memory of Walt Disney, who the astronomer cited as being an “outstanding American movie producer and master of animation.” The asteroid is about 4 ½ miles in diameter and is found in the main asteroid belt…
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Disney Closing Disney Movie Club
Disney has announced that it will be closing the Disney Movie Club. This comes as traditional disc media continues to see a decline and sales and streaming service continue to grow in influence. An email was sent out to Members stating that after 23 years, the Disney Movie Club is saying goodbye. The following email…
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Disney Store Launches Disney Eats Pizza Collection
The recently rebranded Disney Store has launched its Disney Eats Pizza Collection. This continues a a year-long trend of releasing new food-based merchandise each month. Next month, for example, will be the Disney Eats Macaron Collection. This month’s collection includes spirit jerseys (Disneyland and Walt Disney World), a Minnie Mouse Pizza Ear Headband, and a…
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Dapper Day | DISNEY THIS DAY | February 20, 2011
On this day in 2011, the first Dapper Day took place at Disneyland. It is a fan-sponsored event designed as a day for people to “step out in style” in fashions inspired by the elegance of the 1950s and 60s. About 100 participants gathered that first day for a ride and photo op on the…
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Disney Highlights 6 Festivals in 2024
Disney continues to lean into festival. This year, there seem to be more than ever before! Whether visiting the Walt Disney World or Disneyland Resorts, there are some really enjoyable festivals experience for guests of all ages. As people plan their trips to the Disney Parks in 2024, there are a lot of different possibilities…
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Pluto and the Armadillo | DISNEY THIS DAY | February 19, 1943
On this day in 1943, the Mickey Mouse short ‘Pluto and the Armadillo’ was released. In the cartoon, Mickey throws a ball into the jungle for Pluto to fetch. Pluto is confused when he finds a rolled up armadillo that looks exactly like his ball. They make friends and begin to play, but Pluto gets…
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Tony Anselmo | DISNEY THIS DAY | February 18, 1960
On this day in 1960, voice actor, animator, and Disney Legend Tony Anselmo was born. A talented artist, Anselmo began working for Walt Disney Animation Studios in 1980. He contributed animation to 20 films during the Disney Renaissance. Anselmo is best known as the current voice of Donald Duck, taking over the role from Clarence…
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Minnie’s Fly Girls Charter Airline | DISNEY THIS DAY | February 17, 2012
On this day in 2012, the “Minnie’s Fly Girls Charter Airline” show debuted in Condor Flats at Disney California Adventure. Amanda, Pat, Kate, and Lee made up the flight crew who sang popular jazz and swing songs from the 1940s through the ‘60s. The aviatrix herself, Minnie Mouse, joined the crew to sing, dance, and…
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The Ugly Dachshund | DISNEY THIS DAY | February 16, 1966
On this day in 1966, the live action comedy ‘The Ugly Dachshund’ was released in theaters. The film follows the misadventures of Brutus the Great Dane who was raised with Dachshunds and thinks he is one of them. When the pups get rowdy, Brutus gets blamed for the damage. His owners the Garrisons, played by…
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Ward Kimball | DISNEY THIS DAY | February 15, 2006
On this day in 2006, the Ward Kimball steam engine was dedicated at Disneyland at an exclusive ceremony attended by hundreds of Cast Members. Engine No. 5 was the first locomotive to be added to the park in almost 50 years. It was built in 1902 and once operated at Cedar Point in Ohio. Named…
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GEEK EATS: Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival 2024 Food and Beverage Guide!
The 2024 Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival will be arriving on March 1 and continue through April 22, 2024. This festival is celebration of everything delicious! And this year will be tastier than ever with over 80 new items added to the offerings. This includes Earth Eats, a new festival marketplace. There will…
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Activist Investor Nelson Peltz Accuses Disney of Throwing “Spaghetti Against The Wall” With Recent News Releases
Activist investor Nelson Peltz wants a seat on Disney’s Board of Directors. He also wants former Disney CFO Jay Rasulo to have one. With his Trian Partners, Peltz is pushing for just that. This last week it appeared that these efforts got quite a bit harder. With Disney announcing stronger than expected earnings coupled with…
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Grim, Grinning Ghosts | DISNEY THIS DAY | February 14, 1969
On this day in 1969, “Grim, Grinning Ghosts” was recorded for the Haunted Mansion at Disneyland. This would come on the second day of recording for the attraction, six months before it would open. The producer noticed how good Thurl Ravenscroft, Jay Meyer, Bob Ebright, Chuck Schroeder, and Verne Rowe looked together. They were cast…
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Disney Board of Directors Sends Letter to Shareholders, Emphasizes Strong Results and Commitment to Driving Long-Term Shareholder Value
Announces 50% dividend increase from January dividend and share repurchase program with $3 billion targeted in fiscal 2024 Unveils a series of exciting new initiatives Encourages shareholders to visit VoteDisney.com for more information The Walt Disney Company (NYSE:DIS) Board of Directors today sent a letter to shareholders highlighting its strong first-quarter FY24 results and significant steps Disney…
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Broadway Star Launches Black History Month Festivities at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (Feb. 8, 2024) – Broadway star and Orlando native Michael James Scott kicked off Walt Disney World Resort’s Black History Month celebration this week as the grand marshal in a magical parade at Magic Kingdom Park. Scott, who dazzles theatre audiences with his performance as Genie in the hit Disney musical “Aladdin,’’…
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Tiana’s Bayou Adventure Opening This Summer at Walt Disney World Resort
Disney has announced that Tiana’s Bayou Adventure will be opening this summer at Walt Disney World Resort. Along with making the announcement for the opening timeline, it shared a first look at Tiana’s audio-animatronic figure. This is the first audio-animatronic for this character. Along with showing a picture of Tiana, Imagineer Charita Carter shared a…
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Winnie the Pooh: A Valentine For You | DISNEY THIS DAY | February 13, 1999
On this day in 1999, the television special ‘Winnie the Pooh: a Valentine for You’ premiered on ABC. Pooh and his friends learn that Christopher Robin has a girlfriend and believe he won’t have time for them anymore. Owl tells them about a monster called the “love bug” and the gang try to find a…
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Beautiful Bow Art Revealed for Disney Cruise Line’s Newest Ship, the Disney Treasure
The newest ship that will soon be joining the Disney Cruise Line fleet has gotten one step closer to completion. Today Disney shared what the bow art for the Disney Treasure looks like ahead of its maiden voyage on December 21, 2024. It shows Captain Minnie Mouse in her new adventure outfit, perfect for a…
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John Williams | DISNEY THIS DAY | February 12, 2017
On this day in 2017, composer John Williams won a Grammy for the score of ‘Star Wars: The Force Awakens.’ It would be Williams’s sixth Grammy related to ‘Star Wars.’ Three of the previous Grammys were for the score of ‘A New Hope,’ including one for the ‘Star Wars’ Main Title, and two were for…
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Donald’s Happy Birthday | DISNEY THIS DAY | February 11, 1949
On this day in 1949, the Donald Duck short ‘Donald’s Happy Birthday’ was released. In the cartoon, Huey, Dewey, and Louie save up money to buy their Uncle Donald a birthday present, but Donald tells them to save it. The boys buy their uncle a box of cigars and not realizing their intentions, Donald thinks…
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National Inventors Day Highlights Amazing Disney Inventions
It’s National Inventors Day, and did you know that Imagineers are inventors themselves? Imagineer Lanny Smoot recently wowed with his inventions and creations as he was inducted into the National Inventors Hall of Fame. Here’s a special look at some Walt Disney Imagineering inventions that helped shape the future at Disney Experiences! First we look at Audio-Animatronics.…
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Walt Disney World Shows Off First Ever Disney Villains Inspired Wedding Gowns
2024 Disney Fairy Tale Weddings Collection from Allure Bridals includes Four Disney Villains Inspired Gowns Available Starting Today LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (Feb. 8, 2024) – They’re some of Disney’s most popular characters, and now Disney Villains’ characters inspire new gowns that are part of the 2024 Disney’s Fairy Tale Weddings collection from Allure Bridals. Blending…
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shopDisney Rebranding as Disney Store
The Disney merchandise website, shopDisney, is rebranding. The change will be happening in North America on February 14, 2024. When it does, it will be known as the Disney Store and will be at DisneyStore.com. For several hours the night before, the shopDisney website will be down as the merchandise makes its change to its…