AUTHOR: Leah Zanolla
Security guard wins discrimination lawsuit against Disney
A Haitian security officer at Walt Disney World won a civil lawsuit against the company, claiming she was passed over for promotions because of her nationality. Camelia Joseph has worked for Disney for 20 years and claims she applied for promotions at least seven times, but was never granted the jobs. She said she was … Security guard wins discrimination lawsuit against Disney
Star Wars fans scoop up new merchandise on Force Friday
Shortly after midnight on September 4th, Star Wars fans around the world started purchasing the first pieces of merchandise from the new film in the series. The Force Awakens will not open until December 18th, but plenty of households now have action figures, vehicles and apparel in anticipation of a continuation of the Star Wars … Star Wars fans scoop up new merchandise on Force Friday
DreamWorks and Disney to part ways next year?
Steven Spielberg’s DreamWorks Studios is expected to end its distribution partnership with Disney next August and may sign with Universal instead. DreamWorks and Disney have worked together since 2009 and have two more Spielberg films due out before then: Bridge of Spies starring Tom Hanks (Oct. 16) and The BFG (July 1). The BFG will … DreamWorks and Disney to part ways next year?
Disney Legend Dean Jones passes away
Dean Jones, Disney Legend and star of 10 Disney films, has passed away in Los Angeles at age 84 due to complications from Parkinson’s Disease. Jones began his Disney film career playing an FBI agent in 1965’s That Darn Cat! He later had a cameo in the 1997 remake of the film. Other well-known Disney … Disney Legend Dean Jones passes away
Free SeaWorld Orlando and Busch Gardens Tampa admission for first responders
Florida first responders will get free admission to Busch Gardens Tampa and SeaWorld Orlando during the month of September. Jim Dean, Busch Gardens Tampa park president, said, “This special offer is our way to show our support and appreciation for the commitment and dedication of Florida’s first responders.” Donnie Mills, SeaWorld Orlando park president, added, … Free SeaWorld Orlando and Busch Gardens Tampa admission for first responders
Marvel President Kevin Feige now reporting to Disney Studios
Marvel Studios will now be a part of the Walt Disney Studios with Marvel president Kevin Feige reporting to chairman Alan Horn. Co-President Louis D’Esposito will also report to Horn. موقع قمار Many of the film-related functions will move to Burbank where the Walt Disney Studios are located. العاب اندرويد Marvel’s TV group, publishing, animation … Marvel President Kevin Feige now reporting to Disney Studios
Bags Inc. considering home pickup of luggage
Bags Inc., a luggage delivery service, is moving towards home pickup of luggage. The company is based in Orlando and has 400 employees at its luggage facility near the airport, which is the largest facility like this in the world. روليت امريكي Bags Inc. also employs thousands of people across the U.S. and is expanding … Bags Inc. considering home pickup of luggage
Report confirms track’s direction caused Disney Speedway instructor’s death
A report has been released by the Florida Highway Patrol about their findings in the fatal April accident at the Walt Disney World Speedway. The report states that the track ran its course “in the opposite direction of how it was designed to be run and this led to the car being impaled by a … Report confirms track’s direction caused Disney Speedway instructor’s death
Flyover planned for hotel guests to bypass Magic Kingdom toll plaza
Several road improvements are planned for the next few years at Walt Disney World. Among these is the announcement of a flyover over the Magic Kingdom’s toll plaza, allowing Magic Kingdom resort traffic to bypass the area without having to stop at the plaza. Osceola Parkway at Victory Way (southeast of Disney’s Hollywood Studios) will … Flyover planned for hotel guests to bypass Magic Kingdom toll plaza
Disney settles discrimination lawsuit with former employee
A settlement has been reached in a lawsuit filed against Disney by a white housekeeping manager who said he was discriminated against because of his race, gender and his use of the Family Medical Leave Act. Michael Smith filed the lawsuit in 2013 when he was a housekeeping manager at Coronado Springs Resort. Smith said … Disney settles discrimination lawsuit with former employee
