Tag: Disney Geek News
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Former Disney CEO Michael Eisner Speaks Out on Jimmy Kimmel Suspension
Earlier this week, Jimmy Kimmel was suspended after comments about Charlie Kirk’s assassination garnered criticism and threats from affiliate stations to boycott. While Disney has been officially quiet on the matter, former Disney CEO Michael Eisner is not keeping quiet. He took to X (formerly Twitter) to voice his displeasure about the situation. In a…
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Disney Cruise Line Announces 40% Discount Offer for World Gratitude Day
The Disney Cruise Line has announced a new offer that can offer a 40% discount for cruisers this fall. The deal was announced ahead of World Gratitude Day on September 21, 2025. It offers a 40% discount on select sailings between October 17, 2025, through December 19, 2025. To get the deal, cruises must be…
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New Fundraiser for Walt Disney Birthplace Gives Opportunity to Win A One-Of-A-Kind Steamboat Willie Stained Glass
A new fundraiser for the Walt Disney Birthplace gives Disney fans the chance to win a one-of-a-kind Steamboat Willie decorative art glass piece. The piece was created by Alexandra, a glass artist and founder of Alternative Stained Glass. The one-of-a-kind artwork celebrates Disney’s timeless classic with vibrant detail and craftsmanship. Proceeds from donations benefit the restoration…
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The Walt Disney Family Museum to Present ‘Happiest Place on Earth: The Disneyland Story’ Exhibit
The Happiest Place on Earth: The Incredible Story of Walt Disney’s Disneyland is now available in stores. This incredible book by Disney Legend Don Hahn and Christopher Merritt takes a deep dive into the early days of Disneyland. This is a must-read book for Disney fans! Soon, The Walt Disney Family Museum will be presenting…
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Hong Kong Disneyland Resort Kicks Off Disney Halloween Time
Disney Halloween Time has begun at Hong Kong Disneyland. This celebration will continue through November 2nd and offer plenty of happy haunts to experience for guests. Disney Villains have come together to crash the 20th Anniversary celebration and throw the Wickedest Party of All. Guests are invited to immerse themselves in a villainous takeover, featuring…
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Walt Disney World Resort Reveals 2026-2027 Disney Ambassador Team
A day after the Disneyland Resort revealed its new Disney Ambassador team, the Walt Disney World Resort did the same. During a ceremony at EPCOT, Walt Disney World Resort President Jeff Vahle announced that Kylee Withers and Phelicia Blake would be the next Disney Ambassador team for the Most Magical Place on Earth. On hand…
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Disney Aulani Announces 2026-2027 Ambassador
The 2026-2027 Disneyland Resort Ambassador Team has been named, and more Ambassadors will be named at Walt Disney World and Disneyland Paris soon. Twelve years ago, Shawny Morey, who was named the 2026-2027 Disney Aulani Ambassador, left the comfort and stability of an office job for a part-time restaurant hostess position at Aulani, A Disney…
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Carolwood Foundation Announces Inaugural Lawn Bowling Tournament
Everyone has their hobbies or games they play just for fun. One thing that many probably didn’t know is that Walt Disney was an avid lawn bowler. Now you can honor his passion than with a fundraising event dedicated to the sport he loved. The Carolwood Foundation, whose mission is to preserve Walt Disney’s railroad…
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Meet the New Disney Ambassadors of the Disneyland Resort!
Today, the new Disney Ambassadors for the Disneyland Resort were announced during a special ceremony at Fantasyland Theatre. Michele Mary and Oralia Neria Felix were announced as the 2026-2027 Disneyland Ambassador team. Starting January 1, 2026, the two new Disney Ambassadors will officially begin representing the 36,000 cast members at The Happiest Place on Earth!…
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Oralia Neria Felix and Michele Mary Named 2026-2027 Disney Ambassador Team for Disneyland Resort
During a special ceremony at the Fantasyland Theatre at Disneyland, the 2026-2027 Disney Ambassador team for the Disneyland Resort was revealed. The new team includes Oralia Neria Felix and Michele Mary. They were revealed at the end of a ceremony that was hosted by the current Disneyland Ambassador team, Jada Young and Raul Aquino Rojas.…
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Narrator Lineup Announced for Candlelight Processional at EPCOT
Disney has announced the lineup of celebrity narrators for the Candlelight Processional at EPCOT this year. This annual tradition utilizes a mass choir of cast members and community singers, the incredible Voices of Liberty, a 50-piece orchestra, and the story of Christmas told by a celebrity narrator. Candlelight Processional Celebrity Narrators Showtimes: 5:00 p.m., 6:45 p.m.,…
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GUIDE: Disney+, Hulu, and, ESPN in October 2025
Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN continue to add more content regularly. Each month, multiple new titles are added to their libraries October 2025 is no different. There will be new titles coming, including LEGO Frozen: Operations Puffins, NFL Monday Night Football, and more. Below is a look at everything that will be arriving on the streaming…
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Highlights of the 2025 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival
The EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival is currently being offered at Walt Disney World Resort. This delicious festival continues through November 22 this year. Throughout its run, there is fantastic food and beverage offerings, activities, and some incredible music! Recently, Daps Magic was invited to Walt Disney World Resort to learn about the exciting…
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Director Shawn Levy Shows Photo From ‘Star Wars: Starfighter’
Star Wars: Starfighter director Shawn Levy has shown a photo of actor Ryan Gosling and Flynn Gray in the Mediterranean Sea, where they are filming. The context of this film isn’t known at this time. Levy posted the following caption with the photo on Instagram: Somewhere in the Mediterranean Sea #Starfighter Matt Smith, Mia Goth, Aaron Pierre, Simon…
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The Minnie Walk Provides Priceless Magical Moments at Children’s Hospital of Orange County
On Wednesday, 17, 2025, the CHOC Minnie Walk took place on the second floor of the Children’s Hospital of Orange County. This special walk provides a special day for patients of CHOC and their families who could not attend the CHOC Walk in the Park at the Disneyland Resort in August. The day was filled…
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Seth Rogan is Bringing ‘The Muppet Show’ Back in 2026 with Guest Star Sabrina Carpenter
The Muppet Show is making a return in 2026 on Disney+ thanks to the efforts of Seth Rogen. The newest iteration of this classic Muppetational presentation will guest star and be executive-produced by Sabrina Carpenter. This comes 50 years after the original The Muppet Show aired. The hope is that this Muppet Show will be…
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How Disney Addresses Food Insecurity in Florida
September is Hunger Action Month, and since 1971, Walt Disney World Resort has been working alongside local nonprofits and community leaders to help end hunger and address food insecurity throughout the state of Florida by helping and supporting their neighbors in need. Since 1991, Disney World has collected excess food from the resort and donated it…
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Cast for Disney Destiny’s Theatrical Offerings Arrive on the Ship in Germany
Another step toward the maiden voyage of the Disney Destiny has occurred. The cast for Disney Destiny’s Broadway-style shows that will be presented in the Walt Disney Theatre has arrived in Germany to prepare for the shows the ship will offer. The group arrived on the ship to see for the first time the venue…
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Toy Story 30th Anniversary Collaboration Announced for Disney Store From Disney’s Pixar and The Levi’s Brand
As Toy Story celebrates its 30th anniversary, the Disney Store will soon have a new collaboration from Disney and Pixar, along with The Levi’s Brand. This collaboration commemorates the milestone since Wood and Buzz Lightyear first appeared on screen together and changed animation history as the first computer-animated feature film. This limited collection celebrates the…
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‘Camp Rock 3’ In Production for Release on Disney+ and Disney Channel
It’s official, Camp Rock 3 is on the way. Today, it was announced that the film has been greenlit for Disney+ and Disney Channel. This film will see Joe, Nick, and Kevin Jonas returning to their iconic roles. Demi Lovato and Joe, Nick, and Kevin Jonas will executive produce this new Disney Channel Original Movie,…
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Xavier “X” Atencio: The Legacy of An Artist, Imagineer, and Disney Legend
On November 4, 2025, a new book will be coming out. Called Xavier “X” Atencio: The Legacy of An Artist, Imagineer, and Disney Legend, this book is written by family members of Atencio. X Atencio was both an animator and Imagineer at Disney. He is often associated with his work on the script and lyrics…
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Gino, the Silverback Gorilla at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Passes Away
Gino, the 44-year-old silverback western lowland gorilla at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, has passed away. He was at Disney’s Animal Kingdom from the day it opened and was beloved by the Disney cast and guests alike. The news was announced by Dr. Mark Penning, Vice President, Disney’s Animals, Science and Environment, with the following post on…
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VIDEO: Disney Villains: Icons of Evil | Destination D23 – A Journey Around the Worlds of Disney
There were quite a few fun presentations that were shown at Destination D23 – A Journey Around the Worlds of Disney. One of them was on Sunday morning and called Disney Villains: Icons of Evil. This was the first presentation of the day. As fans walked in on Sunday morning, villainous chairs could be seen…
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The Magic of Imagineering – GEEKS CORNER – Episode #781
Welcome to Geeks Corner! This week, the Geeks spend some time geeking out about the magic of Imagineering. This comes after a recent trip to Walt Disney World, where Mr. Daps experienced The Beak and Barrel at Magic Kingdom. They also discuss Imagineer That!, Test Track 3.0, the Walt Disney Archives exhibit at Destination D23,…