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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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Community: Arts foundation gears up for fundraiser
The Burbank Arts for All Foundation kicks off its inaugural gala, titled “Party on the Plaza,” by honoring a local company and two individuals — Warner Bros. Entertainment, Inc., Burbank teacher Beth Morrison and Burbank PTA Council...Tags: Auction Service, Movies, Garry Marshall, PTA, Entertainment
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Walt Disney, the maverick: A guest essay by Jon Favreau
I was born in 1966, the year Walt Disney passed away. He would’ve been 110 this week. I’m too young to have had a first-hand memory of him. In fact, I didn’t even know Disney was a man until late in my childhood. Disney was a place...Tags: Mickey Mouse (fictional animal), Disneyland Park, Amusement and Theme Parks, Greenwich Village, Recreational and Sporting Goods Industry
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Disney matriarch passes at 77
Patricia A. Disney — matriarch of a family whose $10-million donation was the foundation of a comprehensive cancer center at Providence St. Joseph Medical Center — has died. She was 77. Married to Roy, Walt Disney's nephew, for more than 50...Tags: Health, Robert A. Iger, The Walt Disney Co., Cancer, Hospitals and Clinics
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Three photographers team up for exhibition
Penelope’s Cafe, Books & Gallery in La Caņada Flintridge features the photographs of Burbank resident Glenn Newland along with Jerry Schneider and Mark Kennedy. The three photographers each entered their work in a contest held by the Burbank...Tags: Artists, Arts and Culture, Artists, Arts, Photography
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KCET comes to town
The Pointe has been a Burbank landmark for all the wrong reasons — a gleaming 14-story blue glass structure finished in 2009 that has been nearly empty since it opened. But that’s about to change, with comic book superhero factory D.C....
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Disney's CEO Robert Iger to step down in 2015
Walt Disney Co.has signed a new contract with its chief executive Robert Iger for five more years while at the same time laying the groundwork for a succession plan at the top of the entertainment conglomerate. Iger, 60, will also take on the title of...Tags: Corporate Officers, Steve Jobs
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Celebrating a century of creativity
As the City of Burbank continues the centennial celebration of its incorporation, the Burbank Creative Arts Center Gallery is paying homage to the milestone with an exhibit of art and artifacts from six of the city’s most prominent businesses...Tags: The Walt Disney Co., Garry Marshall, Human Interest, Arts and Culture, Nickelodeon (tv network)
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Disney demonstrators released on bail
Four environmental activists who were arrested Wednesday after chaining themselves to the entrance gate and unfurling a banner at Walt Disney Studios have been released after posting $1,000 bail. Two members of Rainforest Action Network dressed as Mickey...Tags: Wildlife, Arts and Culture, Nature, Endangered Species, Forests
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Assemblyman plays Santa for youth club
Assemblyman Mike Gatto invited constituents and friends to drop off toys at his office to donate to children at the local Boys & Girls Club of Burbank and Greater East Valley. The toy drive started Dec. 6, and with the support of the local community,...Tags: Elections, John Burroughs, Politics, Public Storage Incorporated, Human Interest
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A celebration for the ages
Many guests gave a double thumbs-up to the Burbank Tournament of Roses float entry “Centennial Celebration” when it was unveiled during New Year’s Eve under the Olive Avenue bridge. What wasn’t to love? There were icons in 3-D...Tags: Human Interest, Bob Hope, Burbank (Los Angeles, California), Johnny Carson, Cartoon Network (tv network)
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Organizations: Disney VoluntEARS helps youth in need
The Walt Disney Co. employees recently gave a group of young people — most of whom have experienced little happiness in their lives — reason to smile. Specifically, Disney VoluntEARS — an organization membered by employees of the...Tags: Anaheim, Happiness (state of mind), Wii, Entertainment, Pasadena (Los Angeles, California)
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Congratulations
'Land and Sea' title of group art show The Burbank Art Assn., in conjunction with former Mayor Marsha Ramos, will hold an interim gallery group exhibition, informally titled "Land and Sea," in the lobby of the new GeoSystems Architectural Building at...Tags: John Burroughs, Camp Lejeune (military base), Arts and Culture, Gays and Lesbians, Music Theater
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