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Tokyo Disney Parks to Close for Two Weeks in March Amid Coronavirus Concerns
Oriental Land Co., Ltd. has announced that Tokyo Disneyland and DisneySea will both be closed for two weeks beginning this Saturday until March 15, 2020, due to the threat of the Coronavirus infection spreading in Japan. This closure will have all of the Disney theme parks in Asia temporarily closed. Oriental Land posted on its … Tokyo Disney Parks to Close for Two Weeks in March Amid Coronavirus Concerns
Disney Names Bob Chapek New CEO, Replacing Bob Iger Immediately
The Walt Disney Company just announced that Bob Chapek will replace Bob Iger as Chief Executive Office effective immediately. Chapek had been the Chairman of Disney Parks, Experiences, and Products, and is a 27-year veteran of the company. Iger will become the Executive Chairman until his current contract expires at the end of 2021, providing … Disney Names Bob Chapek New CEO, Replacing Bob Iger Immediately
Discover the Man Behind the Man – Walt Disney’s Ultimate Inventor: Ub Iwerks
Disney fans know the name Ub Iwerks as the man who was friends with Walt Disney, and as the original animator of Mickey Mouse. What many of them do not know is not only was Iwerks a self-taught animator, but he was also a technical genius. Iwerks’ contributions to The Walt Disney Company, and the … Discover the Man Behind the Man – Walt Disney’s Ultimate Inventor: Ub Iwerks
Allure Bridals Creating 16 Disney Princess Inspired Wedding Dresses
For those who have always imagined themselves as a Disney Princess at their wedding, Allure Bridals has a new line of dresses that can help make that dream come true. The Disney Fairy Tale Weddings Collection, which will hit stores later this year, features 16 dresses inspired Disney Princesses, including Ariel, Aurora, Belle, Jasmine, Cinderella, … Allure Bridals Creating 16 Disney Princess Inspired Wedding Dresses
Bob Iger, CEO of The Walt Disney Co., Issues Apology to Emerson Elementary School for Licensing Issue
Over the past couple of days, you may have read a news story involving Emerson Elementary School in Berkeley, CA being fined $250 by a licensing company that represents Disney for showing a privately owned DVD of The Lion King at a fundraising event. The evening was intended to be a fun pizza and movie night … Bob Iger, CEO of The Walt Disney Co., Issues Apology to Emerson Elementary School for Licensing Issue
The Walt Disney Company 1st Quarter Earnings Show Fiscal 2020 is Off to a Good Start
Tuesday afternoon, The Walt Disney Company released their earnings report for the 1st fiscal quarter of 2020 (ending December 28, 2019), showing revenue up 36% and income up 9% over last year for the quarter. Diluted earnings per share, however, decreased 37%. Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Bob Iger said in a written statement, “We … The Walt Disney Company 1st Quarter Earnings Show Fiscal 2020 is Off to a Good Start
Disney’s Team of Heroes to Help Transform Three Central Florida Children’s Hospitals
Disney’s Team of Heroes initiative that began two years ago will soon be expanding to three Central Florida children’s hospitals. The five-year, $100 million investment brings popular Disney stories to the hospitals, and hopefully a bit of comfort and joy to the patients. Disney will create interactive play spaces, murals, interactive art, and more to … Disney’s Team of Heroes to Help Transform Three Central Florida Children’s Hospitals
Most Recent Change to Disney’s 20th Century Studios: Emma Watts, Head of Studio, Resigns
Emma Watts, head of 20th Century Studios (formally 20th Century Fox), has resigned. Watts joined the studio in 1997 as creative executive, and stepped into the role of president of production in 2009. Walt Disney Studios chairmen, Alan Bergman and Alan Horn, released a statement thanking Watts: “Emma has made many wonderful contributions to Fox … Most Recent Change to Disney’s 20th Century Studios: Emma Watts, Head of Studio, Resigns
Artist Suing Pixar, Disney Regarding Van Featuring Unicorn in ‘Onward’
A San Fransisco-based artist, Sweet Cecily Daniher, is suing Disney, Pixar and Onward producer Kori Rae for allegedly covertly using her vehicle as a basis for the van featured in the soon-to-be released movie, Onward. Daniher’s 1972 Chevrolet G10 van, featuring red shag carpeting, a roof covered in white shag carpet, red velour seats and walls, and a large … Artist Suing Pixar, Disney Regarding Van Featuring Unicorn in ‘Onward’
Hong Kong Disneyland Now Closed Until Further Notice Due to Coronavirus Threat
Hong Kong Disneyland has joined Shanghai Disneyland and has ceased operation due to Coronavirus fears. A sandwich board has been placed outside of the theme park reading: “To support the government’s efforts to prevent the spread of communicable disease and to protect all our guests and cast members, Hong Kong Disneyland is closed until further … Hong Kong Disneyland Now Closed Until Further Notice Due to Coronavirus Threat
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