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fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago

20 facts about Walt Disney that even his biggest fans may not know

Walt Disney is a legendary figure in entertainment history, holding the record for the most Academy Awards wins.
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fromSFGATE
2 weeks ago

A once-adored Disneyland attraction is now a half-empty eyesore

Walt Disney recognized the challenge of Tomorrowland, stating, "The tomorrows of 1955 had become yesterdays," indicating a perpetual struggle between the past and an evolving future.
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fromSFGATE
2 weeks ago

'As the public remembers him': Disney family on Walt as a Disneyland attraction

"Disney has had plenty of lifelike Audio-Animatronics before, but almost always of characters and not real people. The stakes would be high with a depiction of any human; they're astronomical with Walt Disney himself."
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fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Fourth of July festivities kick off summer fun in Los Gatos

Los Gatos' Fourth of July festivities celebrate community spirit with activities, music, and historical connections, enhancing town pride.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago

Army's 3rd Infantry Division celebrates 60 years of Disney-designed mascot 'Rocky the Bulldog'

Rocky has remained an iconic and beloved symbol of strength, toughness and pride for the division.
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Los Angeles
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

The LA Restaurant Where You Can Still Dine At Walt Disney's Favorite Table - Tasting Table

The Tam O'Shanter, a beloved restaurant in LA, has deep historical ties to Walt Disney and his early career.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Death is not the end! From the new robot Walt Disney to Mountainhead, movies are fuelled by immortality

Miller stated that the concept of an animatronic Walt Disney is dehumanizing, arguing that it reduces a complex individual to a robotic impersonation, and that people cannot be replaced.
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fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

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

"It's kind of fun to do the impossible."
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fromBrooklyn Eagle
3 months ago

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.
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fromOpen Culture
3 months ago

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.
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fromSFGATE
4 months 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.
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fromSFGATE
5 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.
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fromTravel + Leisure
5 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.
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fromSFGATE
5 months ago

For years, a secret bar was the only place in Disneyland that served alcohol

Club 33 embodies Disney's legacy of exclusivity, dating back to the original Red Wagon Inn restaurant.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago

Walt Disney surpasses earnings estimates with help from Moana 2

A significant revenue rise to $24.69 billion and strong performance from 'Moana 2' helped Disney surpass Wall Street's earnings expectations.
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fromwww.nytimes.com
7 months ago

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.
from24/7 Wall St.
7 months ago

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.
fromFast Company
8 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.
fromwww.ocregister.com
8 months ago

Walt Disney Think Tank would study Disneyland's impact on the world

The proposed think tank aims to deeply explore Walt Disney's multifaceted influence, spanning art, technology, urban planning, and global cultural impact nearly 60 years after his passing.
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fromBuzzFeed
10 months ago

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.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
11 months ago

August 22: ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY

On this day in 1911, it was reported that the masterpiece 'La Jaconde' by Leonardo da Vinci had vanished from the Louvre, inciting intense search efforts.
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