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Walt Disney, born Walter Elias Disney, was an animator and entertainment producer who turned his passion for fantasy-based, family entertainment into businesses that produced cartoons, movies, television shows, consumer products and theme parks, including Central Florida's Walt Disney World.
Born in 1901 in Chicago, the son of an itinerant contractor, Disney grew up in several Midwestern cities and towns. After serving as an ambulance driver in World War I, he became an illustrator in Kansas City, then moved to California in 1923 to produce animated shorts. In 1928 he and a partner developed the Mickey Mouse character that helped establish his business and his reputation as a leadi...
Born in 1901 in Chicago, the son of an itinerant contractor, Disney grew up in several Midwestern cities and towns. After serving as an ambulance driver in World War I, he became an illustrator in Kansas City, then moved to California in 1923 to produce animated shorts. In 1928 he and a partner developed the Mickey Mouse character that helped establish his business and his reputation as a leadi...
Walt Disney, born Walter Elias Disney, was an animator and entertainment producer who turned his passion for fantasy-based, family entertainment into businesses that produced cartoons, movies, television shows, consumer products and theme parks, including Central Florida's Walt Disney World.
Born in 1901 in Chicago, the son of an itinerant contractor, Disney grew up in several Midwestern cities and towns. After serving as an ambulance driver in World War I, he became an illustrator in Kansas City, then moved to California in 1923 to produce animated shorts. In 1928 he and a partner developed the Mickey Mouse character that helped establish his business and his reputation as a leading-edge animator. Under his leadership (together with his brother Roy Disney), the company (now the publicly-traded corporation known as The Walt Disney Co.) remained an industry leader for decades as it moved into movies with the world's first full-length animated feature film (Snow White, 1937), television production and other entertainment.
By the early 1950s Walt Disney focused on building a themed amusement park and opened Disneyland in Anaheim, Calif., in the 1960s he planned an eastern theme park, and a utopian community called Epcot, which were to be built together in Florida. Disney died in 1966 before either was started. His vision, however, led to the modern, four-theme park Walt Disney World resort.
Born in 1901 in Chicago, the son of an itinerant contractor, Disney grew up in several Midwestern cities and towns. After serving as an ambulance driver in World War I, he became an illustrator in Kansas City, then moved to California in 1923 to produce animated shorts. In 1928 he and a partner developed the Mickey Mouse character that helped establish his business and his reputation as a leading-edge animator. Under his leadership (together with his brother Roy Disney), the company (now the publicly-traded corporation known as The Walt Disney Co.) remained an industry leader for decades as it moved into movies with the world's first full-length animated feature film (Snow White, 1937), television production and other entertainment.
By the early 1950s Walt Disney focused on building a themed amusement park and opened Disneyland in Anaheim, Calif., in the 1960s he planned an eastern theme park, and a utopian community called Epcot, which were to be built together in Florida. Disney died in 1966 before either was started. His vision, however, led to the modern, four-theme park Walt Disney World resort.
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Disney moves forward with ABC Studios project at Golden Oak Ranch
A half-century ago, Walt Disney leased a horse ranch in Placerita Canyon to shoot episodes of “The Adventures of Spin and Marty” from the classic ABC series “The Mickey Mouse Club.” Disney liked the property, with its rich...
Tags: The Walt Disney Co., ABC (tv network), Los Angeles Times
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Disney scores huge hit with 'The Avengers'
It was a weekend that made Hollywood stand back and marvel. "The Avengers," from Walt Disney's Marvel Studios, didn't just break the record for the best opening weekend in Hollywood history — the film smashed through it Hulk style, grabbing up big...
Tags: Entertainment, IMAX, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2 (movie), Los Angeles Times, The Hunger Games (movie)
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Disney reports strong second quarter 2012 results
The Walt Disney Co.reported a 21% jump in net income for the quarter, as the strong performance of the television business and at the theme parks more than offset losses at the film studio. Revenues rose to $9.6 billion for the three months ending...Tags: John Carter (movie), Entertainment, Music, Marvel Entertainment, Inc., Concerts
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Tight funding causes second thoughts on city projects
With pressure mounting on city resources in the wake of redevelopment’s demise, several Glendale City Council members this week expressed second thoughts about several major downtown area projects that were approved more than a year ago. The...Tags: The Walt Disney Co., MONA (music group), Corporate Crime, Breach of Contract, Arts and Culture
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Revamped Disney store attracts hundreds of eager fans
Hundreds of locals waited two hours in line on Sunday to see the grand re-opening of the Glendale Galleria’s Disney Store. Lyn Capulong of Burbank waited an hour and a half with her 4-year-old daughter and husband — all three of them wearing...
Tags: Times Square, Animation (genre), Snow White (fictional character), Arts and Culture, Jeff Zimmerman
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Producer of Disney's 'The Lion King' continues trek into nature with 'Chimpanzee'
It’s a long way from the comforts of Burbank to the wilds of the remote Ivory Coast in Africa, and Don Hahn, executive producer of Disneynature’s new film, “Chimpanzee,” laughs at the comparison. “Luckily for me, I got to...
Tags: Elton John, Music, Television Industry, Animation (genre), Pocahontas
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Disney, DMG team up to make 'Iron Man 3' a Chinese co-production
The Walt Disney Co. and its Marvel Studios subsidiary said Monday that "Iron Man 3" will be a co-production with China, as the Burbank company teamed with DMG Entertainment of Beijing to co-finance and distribute the film. Robert Downey, Jr., Gwynneth...
Tags: Entertainment, The Walt Disney Co., Don Cheadle, Shane Black, China
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Julie Andrews on princesses, Disney and a new 'Mary Poppins' film
Have you purchased a gift for the tiara wearer in your life? Don't worry, there's still time. The Walt Disney Co. and Target are introducing National Princess Week April 22-28. Like Secretary's Day and Grandparents Day, National Princess Week is...
Tags: The Walt Disney Co., Mary Poppins (movie), The Sound of Music (movie), Los Angeles Times, Anne Hathaway
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Festival of Books: Glendale Community College professor waxes poetry
A long-time Glendale Community College English professor will be among the hundreds of writers appearing at the Los Angeles Times Festival of Books this weekend. Bart Edelman's sixth book of poetry, "The Geographer's Wife," was recently published by...Tags: Festive Events, Book, Los Angeles Times, Arts and Culture
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Rich Ross resigns as chairman of Walt Disney Studios
After less than three years on the job, Rich Ross is out as chairman of Walt DisneyStudios. Ross' departure, which was largely expected throughout Hollywood, follows a period of management upheaval at the Burbank-based studio and a pair of two high-...
Tags: John Carter (movie), Disney Channel (tv network), Mars Needs Moms (movie), Los Angeles Times
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The Crosby Chronicles: Burbank deserves better than Burbank on Parade
On Saturday, April 14, my family went to my sister’s house and walked to Verdugo Avenue to watch the annual Burbank on Parade. I mainly participate in viewing the parade in order to spend time with my family more than the excitement of the parade...
Tags: Festive Events, Companies and Corporations, Economy, Business and Finance, Arts and Culture
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Studios' dealings in China said to be subject of SEC questions
The Securities and Exchange Commission has sent letters to at least four major Hollywood studios, including Walt Disney Studios and DreamWorks Animation, over dealings in China, a person familiar with the matter but not authorized to speak publicly...
Tags: DreamWorks Animation SKG Incorporated, China, Los Angeles Times
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