Tag: Mickey Mouse
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How ‘Steamboat Willie’ Debuted Mickey Mouse’s ‘Everyman’ Popularity 95 Years Ago
95 years ago this weekend, a rambunctious animated mouse set sail, becoming one of the most recognizable and beloved icons in history. That mouse—as you probably have guessed—was named Mickey and on November 18, 1928, the character—alongside his partner Minnie—debuted in the touchstone animated short, Steamboat Willie. Since then, Mickey Mouse and The Walt Disney Company…
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I Am Thankful For Mickey Mouse – Day Eighteen – 23 Days of Thanksgiving
As every Disney fan is well aware, November 18 is the “birthday” of Mickey Mouse. It was Disney archivist Dave Smith who established the “once and for all” birthdays for Disney characters, based on their first film appearance for the public. Some may quibble with that, but I for one am thankful that Mickey’s birthday…
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Mickey Mouse at 95 and Disney at 100: Mickey’s Birthday
It’s Mickey Mouse’s Birthday today and he is the big 95! And, in the same year, Disney turned 100! It has been said that it all started with a mouse, but that mouse came 5 years after the Disney brothers started their studio. Still, the Disney company would not be on the map without the…
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Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, The Three Caballeros, and Others Reveal New Holiday Outfits for Disneyland Resort
Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, the Three Caballeros, and other Disney friends have revealed new holiday outfits they will be wearing throughout the holiday season at the Disneyland Resort. The new outfits will be seen by guests visiting the Disneyland Resort during the holidays which run from November 10, 2023 through January 7, 2023. The new…
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‘Disney Create 100’ Auction Boasts Exclusive Items, Benefits Make-A-Wish®
Through Monday, October 30, 2023, collectors of rare artwork, apparel, and experiences can bid on 100 exclusive items inspired by the unique storytelling of Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars and 20th Century Studios. Each item for the Disney Create 100 auction was donated by a notable creator or visionary in the fields of fashion, film, music, and…
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Hong Kong Disneyland Unveils Dream Makers Statue as Part of 100th Anniversary Celebration of The Walt Disney Company
Hong Kong Disneyland unveiled today the Dream Makers statue. The statue is now at its new home in the courtyard behind the Castle of Magical Dreams, appropriately near the carousel. This is reminiscent of Walt Disney sitting by a merry-go-round watching his daughters, which he attributed as where the dream for Disneyland was born. The…
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New Disney ¡Viva Navidad! Outfits Revealed for Mickey, Minnie, and the Three Cabelleros
It is a little over a month until the holidays begin at the Disneyland Resort but today some news about what will be seen when they begin was revealed. Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, and the Three Cabelleros will all be receiving new outfits for Disney ¡Viva Navidad! it was announced via social media. The announcement…
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San Fransokyo Square – GEEKS CORNER – Episode #676
Welcome to GEEKS CORNER! This week is an exciting week with the opening of San Fransokyo and the arrival of Halloween Time at the Disneyland Resort. With the arrival of Halloween Time comes new costumes for Mickey Mouse and his friends. Haunted Mansion Holiday has also opened up for the year with a new gingerbread…
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Mickey Mouse and Friends Debut New Halloween Costumes on Main Street, USA at Disneyland!
On September 1, 2023, Halloween Time began its 2023 season at the Disneyland Resort. There are a lot of different ways to celebrate the season around the Disneyland Resort. One recent tradition that has become quite popular is getting photos with Mickey Mouse and friends in their new Halloween costumes each year. As Disneyland opened…
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View Master Disney 100 Years of Wonder Mickey Mouse Deluxe Edition Now Available
As Disney continues to celebrate 100 years of making magic, more items that celebrate the nostalgia of this milestone continue to become available. The newest is the View Master Disney 100 Years of Wonder Mickey Mouse Deluxe Edition. This is a wonderful blast from the past when people would collect view master slides as they…
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Meet the Cast of Disney Illusion Island
Since being released, Disney Illusion Island has had fans going on adventures with Mickey Mouse and the gang to find missing books on the island of Monoth. This game is fun for all ages thanks to the writing of Kelsy Abbott, Lizz Lunney, and Debra Grand-Scrutton. There are also some magical moments to enjoy with…
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‘The Wonderful World of Mickey Mouse’ Concludes by Returning to Mickey’s Roots with “Steamboat Silly”
Mickey Mouse has lived many lives over his nearly 100 years. He’s been a sorcerer, composer of silly symphonies, and cultural icon. However, in “Steamboat Silly”—the final short of The Wonderful World of Mickey Mouse—the most famous mouse in the world returns to his roots. The short—now streaming on Disney+—starts harmlessly enough. Mickey and his friends…
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Mexican World Cup Star Unites with Mickey Mouse to Surprise Soccer Players at Walt Disney World Resort
Mexican National Team Goalkeeper Memo Ochoa Visits ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex During USYS National Championships LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (July 24, 2023) – Mickey Mouse and Mexican soccer goalkeeper Memo Ochoa surprised youth players at Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Florida on Thursday, July 20 during the US Youth Soccer National Championships which ran through Saturday, July…
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New Disneyland Railroad Popcorn Bucket Heading to Disneyland
A new train popcorn bucket will soon be available at Disneyland. The popcorn bucket is a replica of a Disneyland Railroad engine (very similar to the C.K. Holliday) with Mickey Mouse as the engineer. The announcement was made by Disney on social media. The engine can roll and also includes a lanyard and a removable…
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Mickey Mouse Dresses in Patriotic Best for the 4th of July
Guests visiting Disneyland over the holiday weekend ahead of the 4th of July were able to meet with Mickey Mouse, who happened to be dressed in his patriotic best! Dressed like Uncle Sam, Mickey Mouse was meeting with guests in a patriotic photo op next to the Disney Showcase store on Main Street, USA. It…
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Pride & Pixar – GEEKS CORNER – Episode #664
Welcome to GEEKS CORNER! This week the Geeks are fresh off attending Disneyland After Dark: Pride Nite and share about their experience there. They also discuss the new trailer for Disney & Pixar’s Elio. New outfits have been unveiled for Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse for the holidays at Disneyland. This is worth discussing and potentially…
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Mickey Mouse & Minnie Mouse to Don New Mid-Century Modern Outfits This Holiday Season at Disneyland
Disney is celebrating Halfway to the Holidays! Today, the celebration included some announcements about what guests can look forward to this year for the holiday season at the Disneyland Resort. One of these announcements was the debut of a new look for Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse for this holiday season. The announcement comes as…
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Disney Gives New Look at “Steamboat Willie” Splash Pad The Villas at Disneyland Hotel
Disney has shared a new look at the Steamboat Willie splash pad that guests will be able to experience when they visit The Villas at Disneyland Hotel. When this new Disney Vacation Club property begins welcoming guests on September 28, 2023, there will be a beautiful new opportunity to enjoy the California sun in this…
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Pre-Order Now Available For D100 Mickey Mouse “Sailor M.” Figure by Brazilian Sculptor Pasa
The D100 Mickey Mouse “Sailor M.” figurine by Brazilian sculptor Pasa is now available for pre-order. The figure is limited to only 500 in number and is 8 inches tall. It is expected that these will be shipping in the third quarter of the year. Here are the details of this release: D100 MICKEY MOUSE…
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Reimagined Mickey’s Toontown Reopens March 19, 2023, at the Disneyland Resort, Beginning a New Era of Interactive Play for Families and Young Children
ANAHEIM, Calif. (March 17, 2023) – Disneyland Resort continues the Disney100 anniversary celebration with the reopening of the reimagined Mickey’s Toontown at Disneyland Park on March 19, 2023. At this animated neighborhood, families can explore, play, discover and unwind together while enjoying new interactive experiences, returning familiar favorites and the new attraction Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway. …
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New Character and a New Look for Mickey Mouse will Debut When Mickey’s Toontown Reopens at Disneyland
When Mickey’s Toontown reopens at Disneyland on March 19, 2023, a new character will be on hand to meet and Mickey Mouse will be sporting a new look. First off, Pete, who actually is Disney’s oldest continuing character, will be on hand to welcome guests to Mickey’s Toontown. Disney shared the news via social media…
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Disney Announces New Disney100 Decades Collections With ‘Steamboat Willie’ Arriving on February 20, 2023
Disney has announced the launch of its Disney100 Decades Collections. Disney shared that these collections are “a new series that commemorates beloved Disney characters that have captured the hearts and imaginations of us all throughout the past century.” On the third Monday of each month, there will be a new collection released that highlights a…
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New Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse Statues Arrive As Castle Fountains Turn On at Disneyland for Disney100
New Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse statutes has arrived ahead of the official start of the Disney100 celebration at Disneyland. New fountains around Sleeping Beauty Castle also have been turned on. The celebration begins on January 27, 2023 and commemorates the 100th anniversary of The Walt Disney Company. Throughout the Disneyland Resort, Disney100 decorations have…
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‘Mickey & Minnie 10 Classic Shorts – Volume 1’ Coming to Blu-Ray and DVD on February 7 to Celebrate 100 Magical Years
A new collection of shorts will be released on Blu-Ray and DVD on February 7th as Disney celebrates 100 years of magic. Mickey & Minnie 10 Classic Shorts – Volume 1 will have a collection of ten shorts that will be gathered together for the first time. Each will include a new introduction from Mickey…