Tag: Walt Disney
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Man in Space | DISNEY THIS DAY | March 9, 1955
On this day in 1955 on ABC-TV, Disneyland aired “Man in Space,” the first of a 3-part series about space travel.
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Operation Undersea | DISNEY THIS DAY | March 7, 1955
On this day in 1955, Walt Disney Studios took home three trophies at the 7th Emmy Awards.
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Disneyland’s 30th Anniversary Celebration | DISNEY THIS DAY | February 18, 1985
On this day in 1985, the ‘Disneyland’s 30th Anniversary Celebration’ television special first aired on NBC. It was hosted by John Forsythe and a young Drew Barrymore. The show explored the first thirty years of Disneyland, including Walt Disney’s opening day speech. Musicians like Marie Osmond and Donna Summer performed throughout the park. Celebrity guests…
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‘Walt Disney – A Magical Life’ to Debut at Disneyland with New Opera House Exhibit on July 17th
‘Walt Disney – A Magical Life’ will be opening with other exhibits at the Opera House on Disneyland’s 70th Anniversary.
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Walt Disney Hollywood Star | DISNEY THIS DAY | February 8, 1960
On this day in 1960, Walt Disney received two stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, putting him among the first group of honorees.
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WED Enterprises | DISNEY THIS DAY | February 2, 1965
On this day in 1965, the shareholders of Walt Disney Productions approved the acquisition of WED Enterprises.
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Son of Flubber | DISNEY THIS DAY | January 16, 1963
On this day in 1963, ‘Son of Flubber’ was released.
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Mickey Mouse Comic Strip | DISNEY THIS DAY | January 13, 1930
On this day in 1930, the first Mickey Mouse comic strip was published in the New York Mirror. The early editions were written by Walt Disney and drawn by Ub Iwerks. Floyd Gottfredson took over in May 1930 and continued for 45 years! By 1931, the Mickey comics ran in 60 U.S. newspapers, plus in…
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Fantasy in the Sky | DISNEY THIS DAY | January 9, 2015
On this day in 2015, the Fantasy in the Sky fireworks show returned for the first time since its initial run between 1958 and 1996. Disney’s original nighttime spectacular was presented during the months between the holidays and Disneyland Forever’s debut during the park’s 60th anniversary Diamond Celebration. The legendary show was added by Walt…
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Disneyland Tencennial | DISNEY THIS DAY | January 3, 1965
On this day in 1965, Disneyland kicked off its “Tencennial” Celebration with a special episode of ‘Walt Disney’s Wonderful World of Color.’
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Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs | DISNEY THIS DAY | December 26, 1938
On this day in 1938, ‘Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs’ was broadcast as a live radio show by the Lux Radio Theater.
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Saving Mr. Banks | DISNEY THIS DAY | December 13, 2013
On this day in 2013, ‘Saving Mr. Banks’ was released in theaters.
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Mickey Mouse Brings Holiday Magic Globally With Toy Deliveries
Mickey Mouse joins the efforts of the Disney Ultimate Toy Drive and helps deliver toys to young ones in need around the globe.
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‘Walt Disney – A Magical Life’ to Open During Disneyland Resort 70th Celebration
Since being announced at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event earlier this year, Disney fans have eagerly anticipated more information about the new show coming to the Main Street Opera House at Disneyland. Called Walt Disney – A Magical Life, this show will feature Walt Disney himself in audio-animatronic form. This is the first time…
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A Story of Dogs | DISNEY THIS DAY | December 1, 1954
On this day in 1954, “A Story of Dogs” first aired on the ‘Disneyland’ ABC-TV series.
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The Goddess of Spring | DISNEY THIS DAY | November 3, 1934
On this day in 1934, the Silly Symphony cartoon ‘The Goddess of Spring’ was released.
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Alice Gets in Dutch | DISNEY THIS DAY | November 1, 1924
On this day in 1924, Disney’s Alice comedy, ‘Alice Gets in Dutch,’ is released.
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The Walt Disney Family Museum | DISNEY THIS DAY | October 1, 2009
On this day in 2009, The Walt Disney Family Museum opened at the Presidio in San Francisco. It was founded by Walt’s daughter, Diane Disney Miller. The museum illustrates the story of Walt Disney’s life and accomplishments. Interactive exhibits showcase the early days of Disney animation, complete with rare drawings, film samples, priceless memorabilia, and…
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Steamboat Willie | DISNEY THIS DAY | September 30, 1928
On this day in 1928, the score was recorded for ‘Steamboat Willie.’
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Ruth Shellhorn | DISNEY THIS DAY | September 21, 1909
On this day in 1909, landscape architect Ruth Shellhorn was born.
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Disney’s ‘So Dear To My Heart’ (1948) Depot – Disney On Location
Take a look at where this train station from ‘So Dear to My Heart’ came from and went in this Disney on Location!
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Flowers and Trees | DISNEY THIS DAY | July 30, 1932
On this day in 1932, the Silly Symphony cartoon ‘Flowers and Trees’ was released.
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The Moon Spinners | DISNEY THIS DAY | July 8, 1964
On this day in 1964, the live-action adventure mystery ‘The Moon-Spinners’ was released in theaters. It starred a 17-year-old Hayley Mills in her fifth out of six films for Disney. On a visit to Crete, Mills gets tangled up in intrigue and romance when a stash of jewels goes missing. ‘The Moon Spinners’ was the…
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The Legacy of Sherman Brothers Music at Disneyland
Disney fans were shocked and saddened last weekend with the news of the passing of Disney Legend Richard M. Sherman. Richard, along with his brother Robert, made a lasting impact on not only music in Disney movies as well as other non-Disney projects, but the Disney theme parks as well. Just about everywhere you turn…