Jessica Figueroa

Jessica lives in South Florida with her 15-pound cat Gordo and a small army of Tsum Tsums. You can contact her, ideally with photos of your cats, at jessica@wdwnt.com.

Senior Vice President of Walt Disney World Resort Thomas Mazloum Appointed to Orange County COVID-19 Economic Recovery Task Force

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Similar to Bob Iger’s role in the California business recovery task force, Walt Disney World’s Thomas Mazloum, Senior Vice President of Resort & Transportation Operations has been appointed to the Orange County Economic Recovery Task Force. In an effort to work on a measured approach to restarting the local economy from the COVID-19 pandemic, Orange County … Read more

Disney Executive Chairman Bob Iger Appointed to California’s COVID-19 Business Recovery Task Force

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Bob Iger has stepped up to the plate in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, and has now been appointed by California Governor Gavin Newsom to become a part of the business recovery task force, a group of 70 highly-regarded business leaders designated to lead California out of the economic recession caused by the ongoing health crisis. Bob … Read more

Every New Release Coming to Disney+ in May: “Disney Gallery: The Mandalorian”, “Disneyland Goes to The World’s Fair”, “Prop Culture” and More!

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In these dire times, we need Disney+ now more than ever. Because of that, we’re bringing you a full list of all of the new arrivals coming to Disney+ this next month in May! Can’t wait until then? Miss the parks dearly? Check out our first in a six-part series of “Disney Parks Withdrawal Disney+ … Read more

VIDEO: Watch Performances by Ariana Grande, Alan Menken, Little Big Town, and More in “The Disney Family Singalong” Recap

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Did you tune in to The Disney Family Singalong last night on ABC? (Some of us Great Movie Ride die-hards were busy watching the TCM Film Festival, but I digress…) The Singalong was definitely trending last night, with Disney fans at home singing along to their favorite artists. The Disney Family Singalong was hosted by Ryan … Read more

TODAY on WDWNT LIVE: Recipes From Jiko and Napa Rose on “Cooking with Nick” at 11:00 AM, Plus an Evening of “Whose Queue Is It Anyway?” at 9:30 PM!

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Welcome to another week of quarantine in the weird world of post-Disney closures! The parks may be closed off for now, but we’re trying to bring you as much entertainment as possible, with daily lineups full of fun YouTube content. Starting at 11:00 AM, get ready for yet another episode of “Cooking with Nick”, where he’ll … Read more

SHOP: New Limited Release “Star Wars” Droid Minnie Ear Headband by Her Universe Now Available on shopDisney

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If you’re wondering what happened to the Disney Parks Designer Collection of ear hats and headbands, it’s still going strong despite the closure of the Disney Parks, and now on shopDisney, you can trade some credits for these new Star Wars droid-themed Minnie ears by Her Universe! Because these are the droids you’re looking for. … Read more

SHOP: New EPCOT Ear Hat Ornaments Featuring Frozen Ever After, Test Track, and The Seas with Nemo & Friends Arrive on shopDisney

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shopDisney has released some new EPCOT-themed Ear Hat Ornaments today and it’s really making us miss some of our favorite pavilions. The three new ornaments are themed to Frozen Ever After, The Seas with Nemo & Friends, and Test Track, which also features some fun light-up features. While the parks are closed, you can find … Read more

Get a Free Special Bedtime Message From Mickey – Disney’s Bedtime Hotline Returns For A Limited Time Through April

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Are your kids feeling restless after yet another day stuck at home? Looking to add a magical Disney touch to your bedtime routine? Look no further than the Disney Bedtime Hotline, which is back for just a limited time. The Disney Bedtime Hotline service makes its rounds every few months or so, but it’s a … Read more

VIDEO: Disney’s “Artemis Fowl” Debuts on Disney+ June 12

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After being taken off the theatrical roster in a release date shuffle due to COVID-19, it has just been announced that Disney’s “Artemis Fowl” will be debuting on Disney+ June 12. Remember the name. #ArtemisFowl is streaming exclusively June 12 on #DisneyPlus. pic.twitter.com/86Nxf8hhyq — Disney+ (@DisneyPlus) April 17, 2020 You can check out the trailer for … Read more

Walt Disney World Resort Removes Park Hours Through May 9

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Many guests with Walt Disney World vacations in mid-May are holding on to those reservations until ultimately met with a cancellation email. In line with recent reports of cancellations through May 16, it seems Walt Disney World Resort has removed park hours through May 9 on their website as well as on the My Disney … Read more

Phased Reopening Plans Pave Way for Eventual Return of Walt Disney World, Disneyland Resort at Discretion of State Government

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The nation is slowly recovering, thankfully, in the near-wake of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic as statistics begin to taper off and government officials look to reopen the nation’s businesses, including Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort. Today, President Trump unveiled new guidelines to help states reopen their businesses in phases through the easing of … Read more

All Disneyland Grad Nite 2020 Parties Cancelled Through June 13 Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic

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As schools are cancelled for the remainder of the academic year, high school seniors are now looking forward to virtual graduation ceremonies due to the stay-at-home orders issued throughout the nation in response to COVID-19. Now, another rite of passage for high schoolers, Grad Nite, has been cancelled as well. Typically, Grad Nite at Disneyland … Read more

PHOTOS: New LEGO Ultimate Collector Series Star Wars A-Wing Starfighter Available on May 1

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Launching just in time for Star Wars Day this year, there’s a new entry in the formidable LEGO Star Wars Ultimate Collector Series fleet — the new LEGO Star Wars A-wing Starfighter. Join the Rebel Alliance and build your own A-wing Starfighter from Star Wars: Return of the Jedi. Available starting May 1st , the 1,673-piece … Read more

Cirque du Soleil Clears “Drawn to Life” Performance Calendar Through June 2 at Disney Springs

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Tomorrow would have been Cirque Du Soleil’s official debut of “Drawn to Life” at Disney Springs. However, after a wave of preview cancellations due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, Cirque Du Soleil has now cancelled all performances through April and May, with the first performances now showing on the ticket calendar as starting on June … Read more

Disneyland Resort Releases Details on How to Receive Partial Refunds on Annual Passes During Extended Parks Closure

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In light of the ongoing Disney Parks closures, Disneyland Resort has issued new details regarding partial refunds and monthly payment plan holds for Annual Passholders. Check out the details below. Disneyland Resort: Annual Passports This is a truly unprecedented time for all of us, and we want to thank you for your patience as we work … Read more

Actor Brian Dennehy of “Ratatouille” and “Tommy Boy” Dies at 81

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Brian Dennehy, the actor who voiced Remy and Emile’s father Django in Disney’s Ratatouille, as well as Tommy’s father in Tommy Boy (a WDWNT staff favorite), has passed away at the age of 81. Brian Dennehy, had won two Tonys in a career that also spanned films such as First Blood and Cocoon, died on Wednesday … Read more

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