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fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago
Artificial intelligence

It 'keeps Walt alive in the medium he pioneered': Imagineers defend new Walt Disney robot

Disney Imagineering is set to unveil a highly accurate robotic version of Walt Disney, aiming to recreate his presence.
The project, titled "Walt Disney - A Magical Life," aims for a balance of romanticism and realism.
fromOpen Culture
2 weeks ago
Germany news

Education for Death: The Making of the Nazi-Walt Disney's 1943 Film Shows How Fascists Are Made

Walt Disney produced propaganda films during WWII, using characters like Donald Duck to impart moral messages.
fromBuzzFeed
7 months ago
Music

25 Disney Facts That Are Truly Fascinating, And That You Might Not Know

Disney's history is marked by pivotal decisions and unexpected turns that shaped its brand and legacy over decades.
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago
Artificial intelligence

It 'keeps Walt alive in the medium he pioneered': Imagineers defend new Walt Disney robot

Disney Imagineering is set to unveil a highly accurate robotic version of Walt Disney, aiming to recreate his presence.
The project, titled "Walt Disney - A Magical Life," aims for a balance of romanticism and realism.
fromOpen Culture
2 weeks ago
Germany news

Education for Death: The Making of the Nazi-Walt Disney's 1943 Film Shows How Fascists Are Made

Walt Disney produced propaganda films during WWII, using characters like Donald Duck to impart moral messages.
fromBuzzFeed
7 months ago
Music

25 Disney Facts That Are Truly Fascinating, And That You Might Not Know

Disney's history is marked by pivotal decisions and unexpected turns that shaped its brand and legacy over decades.
more#animation
#disneyland
LA real estate
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

Walt Disney's fairytale LA mansion quietly hits the rental market

Walt Disney's mansion in Los Angeles is available for rent, preserving its historical charm for Disneyland enthusiasts.
fromwww.ocregister.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Disneyland's 70th anniversary: All the details about the yearlong party

Disneyland's 70th anniversary celebration will feature new attractions and entertainment, launching on May 16, 2025, and running until summer 2026.
fromwww.ocregister.com
4 months ago
East Bay (California)

Lifelike Walt Disney animatronic looks stellar' and accurate' his grandkids say

The new audio-animatronic of Walt Disney will debut in a show at Disneyland in 2025, celebrating his legacy amid meticulous craftsmanship.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago
Cars

He worked with Walt Disney to shape Disneyland. Now at 93, boy, does he have stories

Bob Gurr played a crucial role in designing iconic Disneyland attractions and has a unique personal connection to a vintage fire engine.
fromLos Angeles Times
4 months ago
Travel

Here's everything new coming to Disneyland in 2025 (so far) - including $67-per-day tickets

Disneyland celebrates its 70th anniversary with a blend of nostalgia and innovation, highlighting Walt Disney and introducing new attractions.
fromwww.ocregister.com
3 months ago
East Bay (California)

Disneyland almost got Space Mountain before the Magic Kingdom

Space Mountain's concept evolved from an early 1960s spaceport idea into a groundbreaking indoor roller coaster, lasting as a Disney icon.
LA real estate
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

Walt Disney's fairytale LA mansion quietly hits the rental market

Walt Disney's mansion in Los Angeles is available for rent, preserving its historical charm for Disneyland enthusiasts.
fromwww.ocregister.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Disneyland's 70th anniversary: All the details about the yearlong party

Disneyland's 70th anniversary celebration will feature new attractions and entertainment, launching on May 16, 2025, and running until summer 2026.
fromwww.ocregister.com
4 months ago
East Bay (California)

Lifelike Walt Disney animatronic looks stellar' and accurate' his grandkids say

The new audio-animatronic of Walt Disney will debut in a show at Disneyland in 2025, celebrating his legacy amid meticulous craftsmanship.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago
Cars

He worked with Walt Disney to shape Disneyland. Now at 93, boy, does he have stories

Bob Gurr played a crucial role in designing iconic Disneyland attractions and has a unique personal connection to a vintage fire engine.
fromLos Angeles Times
4 months ago
Travel

Here's everything new coming to Disneyland in 2025 (so far) - including $67-per-day tickets

Disneyland celebrates its 70th anniversary with a blend of nostalgia and innovation, highlighting Walt Disney and introducing new attractions.
fromwww.ocregister.com
3 months ago
East Bay (California)

Disneyland almost got Space Mountain before the Magic Kingdom

Space Mountain's concept evolved from an early 1960s spaceport idea into a groundbreaking indoor roller coaster, lasting as a Disney icon.
more#disneyland
#history
SF parents
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

The little Bay Area theme park that helped build Disneyland

Children's Fairyland influenced Walt Disney's vision for Disneyland, demonstrating the importance of cleanliness and friendliness in theme parks.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 week ago
NYC music

April 22: ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY

Pope Pius IX had the longest reign among popes, serving over 31 years from 1846 to 1878.
Following the San Francisco fire, tensions arose between the military and police as both sought to establish authority during recovery efforts.
Disney's 'Fantasia' achieved over half a million attendees, highlighting its popularity and cultural significance in 1941.
New Yorkers celebrated Easter with a grand parade showcasing festive attire, marking a significant holiday tradition.
SF parents
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

The little Bay Area theme park that helped build Disneyland

Children's Fairyland influenced Walt Disney's vision for Disneyland, demonstrating the importance of cleanliness and friendliness in theme parks.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 week ago
NYC music

April 22: ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY

Pope Pius IX had the longest reign among popes, serving over 31 years from 1846 to 1878.
Following the San Francisco fire, tensions arose between the military and police as both sought to establish authority during recovery efforts.
Disney's 'Fantasia' achieved over half a million attendees, highlighting its popularity and cultural significance in 1941.
New Yorkers celebrated Easter with a grand parade showcasing festive attire, marking a significant holiday tradition.
more#history
Skiing
fromTravel + Leisure
2 months ago

Disney Almost Had a Ski Resort-Here's What It Would Have Been Like

Walt Disney's ambition to create a ski resort in Mineral King Valley reflects his significant impact on the ski industry.
Business
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Walt Disney surpasses earnings estimates with help from Moana 2

Disney outperformed earnings estimates, bolstered by strong box office performance and streaming profits despite a decline in domestic theme park revenues.
#world-war-ii
fromBrooklyn Eagle
8 months ago
Brooklyn

August 22: ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY

La Jaconde by Leonardo da Vinci famously disappeared from the Louvre in 1911, leading to rumors and reports of theft and complicity.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
8 months ago
Brooklyn

August 22: ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY

La Jaconde by Leonardo da Vinci famously disappeared from the Louvre in 1911, leading to rumors and reports of theft and complicity.
more#world-war-ii
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago
Photography

For Decades, Walt Disney was Painted Over in a Photo

A hidden photograph reveals the tension between Stravinsky's legacy and Disney's influence in the context of Fantasia.
#streaming
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Disney hails momentum' as Deadpool and Inside Out 2 boost box office returns

Disney is optimistic about future earnings growth, anticipating double-digit increases in 2026 and 2027.
The return of Bob Iger has revitalized Disney's film and TV units amid previous struggles.
Key blockbuster releases and improvements in streaming profits signal recovery for the company.
from24/7 Wall St.
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Disney (DIS) Isn't Going to Figure This Out, but There Is Another Stock That Will

Disney's recent dividend increase to 1% remains low compared to rivals, exposing its underperformance and reliance on theme parks.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Disney hails momentum' as Deadpool and Inside Out 2 boost box office returns

Disney is optimistic about future earnings growth, anticipating double-digit increases in 2026 and 2027.
The return of Bob Iger has revitalized Disney's film and TV units amid previous struggles.
Key blockbuster releases and improvements in streaming profits signal recovery for the company.
from24/7 Wall St.
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Disney (DIS) Isn't Going to Figure This Out, but There Is Another Stock That Will

Disney's recent dividend increase to 1% remains low compared to rivals, exposing its underperformance and reliance on theme parks.
more#streaming
Miscellaneous
fromFast Company
5 months ago

Disney agrees to pay $43 million to settle gender discrimination lawsuit

Disney will pay $43.3 million to settle a gender pay discrimination lawsuit, agreeing to ensure pay equity for its employees.
fromTasting Table
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

10 Of Walt Disney's Favorite Foods - Tasting Table

Walt Disney preferred simple, quality meals over elaborate cuisine, showcasing his Midwestern roots.
fromNew York Post
7 months ago
Privacy professionals

Leaked Disney data includes secrets on Disney+, ESPN+ and Genie theme park passes: report

Walt Disney was targeted by hackers who leaked sensitive financial data regarding Disney+ and Genie+ services.
Arts
fromwww.npr.org
11 months ago

Disney composer Richard Sherman has died at 95

Richard Sherman, part of the acclaimed songwriting team with his late brother Robert, passes away at 95. Their iconic Disney film scores, including Mary Poppins, left a lasting impact.
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