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Today marks the 75th anniversary of the premier of Walt Disney's - and indeed the world's - first animated feature film, hi masterpiece, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.
Snow White marked a new era in film making, and propelled Walt Disney's career into even bigger things than he could even have imagined. Walt pioneered the animated film industry, and we have the last 75 years of animated history to thank him for.
Thank you Mr Disney for providing the world with a fantastic era of entertainment, and most of all, happy birthday to Snow White, The Prince, the Seven Dwarfs and the sinister Queen Grimhilde!
As per normal, we have a picture cavalcade to celebrate the occasion!
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 | Happy 111th Birthday Walt Disney! | |
| DisneyDan
Wednesday, December 5, 2012 9:56:26 AM |
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Today is the 111th anniversary of the birth of one of the most influential men in history, Walter Elias Disney.
Throughout his life Walt Disney inspired people to follow their dreams, and aspire to be who they really want to be.
Walt knew all about dreams, for he had his own dreams, and even when the darkest times presented themselves, he never gave up.
Walt strived to be innovational, original and the best at what he did.
He not only changed the movie industry, but animation and the way we think about animation and movie making as an art. He inspired people to want to create; he inspired people to want to live their dreams, by using film and television in ways that no other had done before.
Walt of course had bigger dreams though, and proved that you can forever be a child at heart when at the age of 54, opened Disneyland in California.
Disneyland was Walt's dream of sharing magical family experiences, based on the fantastical worlds he had created through his films.
With the success of Disneyland, Walt dreamed even bigger, and the idea of a promising world and a better future was born. EPCOT was Walt's new dream.
Sadly, Walt never got to see his ultimate dream realised, but he proved to the world that you are never too old, for even at age 65 when he was planning "Disney World" (later renamed Walt Disney World in his honour).
Without Walt's visions and creativity, we would be living in a world less colourful, and less rich, for he inspired everyone to dream; even decades later, dreamers everywhere follow Walt's vision, and make theirs and others dreams come true.
Where ever Walt Disney is now, I know that he would be proud of an empire that spans all corners of the globe, and continues to bring endless joy to dreamers everywhere.
Happy 111th Birthday Mr Disney. We are forever in your debt.
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 | Happy 84th Birthday Mickey and Minnie Mouse! | |
| DisneyDan
Sunday, November 18, 2012 9:40:24 AM |
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Today is the 84th birthday of the two most famous mice in the world, Mickey and Minnie.
Mickey was born from the imagination of a man who had a dream of making it big, and a dream of providing endless joy to people across the world.
Through Mickey Mouse, Walt Disney has given the world an icon for laughter, fun and the ideal of having a dream to better yourself and other people.
Walt Disney's beloved Mickey Mouse to this day continues to provide entertainment to millions across the globe, through new mediums such as live shows, the Disney Parks and brand new state of the art video games.
Although Plane Crazy was technically the first cartoon to feature Mickey and Minnie, it is Steamboat Willie's debut that is recognised as being Mickey and Minnie's official birthday.
Mickey Mouse is not just a star, he is THE star in the glittering Disney sky, and although Minnie isn’t technically a princess, she has played the roll on a number of occasions, and in the words of Mickey, she’ll always be a princess to us.
A VERY Happy Birthday Mickey and Minnie Mouse!
Join us now for a very special photo cavalcade of Mickey and Minnie at the Disney Parks around the world!
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 | Happy 10th Anniversary Treasure Planet! | |
| DisneyDan
Saturday, November 17, 2012 12:47:44 PM |
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Today is the 10th anniversary of the premier of Disney's Treasure Planet.
A much underrated film, it tells the story of Jim Hawkins in a modern day twist to the Treasure Island story.
Sadly, the characters are incredibly rare at the parks, and the only one we have ever met is B.E.N.
So, let's celebrate with him, and wish him, Jim and all their friends a very happy 10th anniversary!
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 | Happy 23rd Birthday The Little Mermaid! | |
| DisneyDan
Wednesday, November 14, 2012 8:58:27 AM |
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Today is the 23rd anniversary of Disney's classic, The Little Mermaid.
Featuring Ariel, Eric and beloved characters such as Sebastian and Flounder, it has warmed the hearts of millions with it's tale of an unlikely love, and the Sea Witch's intense evil plot.
So, in our usual style here on the Blog, we have a great character cavalcade lined up!
Happy Birthday Ariel and all her under the sea friends!
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Today is the 21st anniversary of the premier of Disney's masterpiece, Beauty and the Beast.
Beauty and the Beast is one of Disney's most successful and best loved films. It stars some of the most cherished characters and features classic songs that are truly timeless.
Happy 21st Birthday Belle, Prince Adam (Beast), Cogsworth, Lumiere, Mrs Potts, Chip, Babette and Gaston!
Today is also the 72nd anniversary of the release of Walt Disney's masterpiece, Fantasia. I find it hard to believe that it was 72 years ago that Mickey Mouse was immortalised as the Sorcerer's Apprentice and we were first introduced to Hyacinth Hippo, the Mushrooms, the Elephants, the Brooms and Mme Upanova for the first time! (yes, they have all been characters at the parks!)
Happy Birthday Hyacinth, the Mushrooms, the Elephants, the Brooms and Mme Upanova!
Finally, yesterday was the 13th anniversary anniversary of Toy Story 2, which saw the birth of two characters - Jessie and the especially cute and innocent Bullseye.
Happy Birthday Bullseye and Jessie!
As always, we have a special photo cavalcade, and seeing as today is a triple celebration there are a lot of pictures, so enjoy!
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Today is the 66th anniversary of the premier of Walt Disney's Song of the South.
A live action and animated film combined, it features Uncle Remus telling the story of the critters from the Briar Patch.
The Br'er Rabbit, Br'er Bear and Br'er Fox are increasingly difficult to find at the Disney Parks these days, but have decided to make a special appearance here today on the Character Central Blog in honour of their special day!
Happy 66th Birthday to Br'er Rabbit and all the animals of the Briar Patch! May you forever inspire us to find our own Laughing Places to fill our lives with fun and laughter!
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 | Happy 20th Anniversary Aladdin! | |
| DisneyDan
Sunday, November 11, 2012 12:23:13 PM |
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Twenty years ago today, the Disney masterpiece Aladdin had it's world premiere in LA and New York!
Featuring what are now some of the best loved Disney songs, and characters that won the hearts of millions, Aladdin has been a firm fan favourite since it's release.
From street rat to prince, with the help of genie, a magic carpet and his pet monkey, Aladdin defeats the evil Jafar and restores order to the kingdom, winning the heart of the Sultan's daughter.
Aladdin and all the gang are here to celebrate in our picture cavalcade tribute!
Happy 20th Anniversary Aladdin and friends (and his enemy Jafar!).
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Today is the 39th anniversary of the release of the Disney classic, Robin Hood.
Robin Hood has been a much loved character from the beginning, and fans worldwide love to meet him at the Parks. Sadly though, he doesn't get out much any more except in Tokyo.
Nonetheless, Robin and the gang are here today on the Character Central Blog to celebrate their big day in a photo cavalcade!
Happy 39th Birthday Robin Hood and his merry men... and of course those dastardly villains Prince John and the Sheriff of Nottingham, too!
Dan. |
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 | Happy 45th Anniversary to The Jungle Book! | |
| DisneyDan
Thursday, October 18, 2012 10:00:44 AM |
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Today is the 45th anniversary of the release of Walt Disney's classic, The Jungle Book.
Based on the novel by Rudyard Kipling, it tells the story of a boy who is brought up by wild animals deep in the jungles of India.
Sadly, it was the last animated feature to be personally overseen by Walt Disney himself.
Let's celebrate with Mowgli and the gang with some pictures of their Disney Parks adventures, and wish them a very happy 45th birthday!
Happy 45th Birthday Mowgli, Baloo, King Louie and all the jungle animals!
Dan. |
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