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Disney Postpones Release Date on ‘Star Wars: Episode IX’

Star Wars: Episode XI was originally supposed to hit theatres on May 24, 2019, but along with yet another new director, a new release date has just been announced. The official release date has been bumped up to December 20, 2019. We’ve also learned that the live-action adaptation of Aladdin will hit theatres on May 24, 2019.

The Walt Disney Company Makes a 2.5 Million Dollar Commitment to Hurricane Irma Relief

The Walt Disney Company has announced their commitment of $2.5 million to assist those affected by Hurricane Irma. The funds will help the response and recovery efforts of the American Red Cross, UNICEF, Save the Children, and other non-profit organizations. “As millions of people now face the daunting challenge of putting their lives and communities … The Walt Disney Company Makes a 2.5 Million Dollar Commitment to Hurricane Irma Relief

SeaWorld Orlando Set to Reopen Wednesday, September 13th

SeaWorld Orlando, Aquatica Orlando, and Discovery Cove remained closed today due to debris cleanup in the aftermath of Hurricane Irma. The theme parks are expected to welcome back guests tomorrow, September 13th. SeaWorld’s official website will release updates regarding the park hours. Source: SeaWorld Orlando

J.J. Abrams to Replace Colin Trevorrow as Director of Star Wars: Episode IX

The official Star Wars website announced that J.J. Abrams (who directed Star Wars: The Force Awakens) will write and direct the untitled, Star Wars: Episode IX. Lucasfilm President Kathleen Kennedy said of the announcement, “With The Force Awakens, J.J. delivered everything we could have possibly hoped for, and I am so excited that he is … J.J. Abrams to Replace Colin Trevorrow as Director of Star Wars: Episode IX

Several Walt Disney World Attractions Remain Closed Despite Parks Reopening

The Walt Disney World theme parks have reopened today after Hurricane Irma blew through Orlando on Sunday night. The details and exact impacts of the storm weren’t exactly clear yesterday, but as time goes by, there are more details and information becoming available about the storm’s full impact on the resort. In the Magic Kingdom, … Several Walt Disney World Attractions Remain Closed Despite Parks Reopening

Impacts of Hurricane Irma Keep Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground Closed

Update at 3:45 p.m. on 9/12/17: All performances at the Hoop-de-Doo Musical Revue and Mickey’s Backyard BBQ have been officially cancelled until it reopens on Monday, September 17, 2017 . While the theme parks reopen today September 12, 2017, at Walt Disney World there is still a lot of work being done property wide to recover from Hurricane Irma. … Impacts of Hurricane Irma Keep Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground Closed

Francis Xavier ‘X’ Atencio, Disney Animator and Imagineer, Passes Away at Age 98

Disney Legend Xavier “X” Atencio, a former Imagineer and Disney animator who helped bring the beloved Pirates of the Caribbean and Haunted Mansion attractions at Disneyland to life, has passed away at the age of 98. X, as his friends called him, worked for Disney from 1938 to 1984. X left the studio briefly during … Francis Xavier ‘X’ Atencio, Disney Animator and Imagineer, Passes Away at Age 98

Disney CEO Bob Iger Cautions Shareholders That Profits Will Be Similar to Last Year

Disney shares dropped 4 percent after CEO Bob Iger warned shareholders that profit this year will be similar to last year. Iger said, “You have to look at the year being roughly in line…with what we delivered in fiscal (20)16.” According to CNBC, in 2016 Disney reported earnings per share at $5.72, and Thomson Reuter … Disney CEO Bob Iger Cautions Shareholders That Profits Will Be Similar to Last Year