Lauren Stracner

Vintage Housewares Reproductions Join Disneyland 70th Vault Collection Merchandise

Disneyland has gone back into the vault for some retro-inspired housewares, the latest additions to the Disneyland 70th Anniversary merchandise lineup. Disneyland 70th Anniversary Vault Collection Decorative Tray – $39.99 This brass-colored metal tray is a reproduction of a vintage merchandise piece. It features seven circular indentations (ostensibly to hold the matching glasses, which we … Read more

Rapunzel and Flynn Rider Cast in Live-Action ‘Tangled’ Movie

Disney has shared the official casting of Rapunzel and Flynn Rider in the upcoming live-action version of Tangled. Live-Action Rapunzel and Flynn Rider Cast Disney announced the news on their X account: Teagan Croft and Milo Manheim are Rapunzel and Flynn Rider in the live-action reimagining of Disney’s Tangled. Coming only to theaters. Australian actress … Read more

Featurette Reveals How ‘The Imagineering Story’ Built the Foundation for ‘Disneyland Handcrafted’

A new Disneyland Handcrafted interview featurette reveals how director Leslie Iwerks’ family’s Disney legacy led her to seek out the Imagineering stories that hadn’t been told. Leslie Iwerks on ‘Disneyland Handcrafted’ Disneyland Handcrafted director Leslie Iwerks is descended from two Disney Legends, her grandfather Ub Iwerks and father Don Iwerks. With a childhood spent roaming … Read more

Blush Pink & Gold Disneyland 70th Anniversary Spirit Jersey

Pink and gold seems to be the theme of the first new Spirit Jerseys of 2026, as a new one features those hues in a princess-inspired design for the 70th anniversary. Disneyland 70th Anniversary Pink Spirit Jersey – $89.99 The Spirit Jersey is a light blush pink color. The front has an embroidered gold “70” … Read more

Pink Milk Joining Blue and Green in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge

Pink is the new blue (milk): Disney Parks has shared that the new shade and flavor of milk is landing in Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland this week. Pink Milk Coming to Galaxy’s Edge in Disneyland Pink is officially our mood. Pink is officially our mood.

Sequined Character Tops From Her Universe Now at Walt Disney World

Sparkle lovers, this is for you: a new trio of Her Universe character tops covered in sequins has landed at Magic Kingdom. Minnie, Daisy, and Maleficent are featured. Daisy Duck Sequined Top – $59.99 All the tops are short-sleeved with a boxy, sports jersey-inspired fit. The Daisy Duck top is covered in dark pink sequins. … Read more

Four Disney+ Series Nominated for “Best TV Media” and More Annie Awards

Disney+ shared that four animated miniseries spanning Pixar, Star Wars, and Marvel have been nominated for multiple Annie Awards, including “Best TV Media – Limited Series” across the board. Four Disney+ Series Nominated for Annie Awards Disney+ announced the news in a thread on its official X account: Pixar’s ‘Win or Lose’ Pixar’s first original … Read more

Jungle Cruise Reopens at Walt Disney World After Removal of Holiday Overlay

The classic Jungle Cruise attraction has reopened at Magic Kingdom, after the seasonal Jingle Cruise had returned for the holiday season at Disney World. Jungle Cruise Reopens at Magic Kingdom The calendar on the Jungle Cruise webpage indicated that the ride would reopen on January 2, 2026. Our reporter confirmed the original attraction has returned … Read more

Lawsuit Against Disney Parks for ‘Painful Wedgie’ Suffered at Typhoon Lagoon Ends in Court in Today’s Daily Recap for 1/4/2026

Construction of Avengers and Spider-Man Tower of Terror Ride now affecting Tomorrowland at Hong Kong Disneyland, Disney Springs Lime Garage closing soon for nearly three-month maintenance, and the most anticipated Disney films coming in 2026 — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Sunday, January 4, 2026. WDW News Today That’s it for … Read more

Refresh and Represent with Hogwarts House-Inspired Ice Lollies at Universal Orlando

You can now represent your Hogwarts house while refreshing your taste buds with four new ice lollies in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Diagon Alley in Universal Studios Florida. Each ice lolly comes individually wrapped with the house name and icon. The popsicle sticks also have the house’s respective mascot printed at the … Read more

‘Even Stevens’ Actor Alleges Universal Studios Hollywood Fired Him for Reporting Pedophile, Universal Says Concerns ‘Inaccurate & Without Merit’

Former Disney Channel actor Steven Anthony Lawrence alleges that he was fired from his job at Universal Studios Hollywood as retaliation for reporting a suspected pedophile. Universal has responded that his claims were “without merit.” Steven Anthony Lawrence Alleges Retaliatory Firing by Universal Studios Hollywood In a post made to his Instagram account, Lawrence (who … Read more

Pete’s Silly Sideshow Now Closed for Refurbishment in Magic Kingdom

Pete’s Silly Sideshow is now closed for refurbishment at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom. Pete’s Silly Sideshow Refurbishment The Pete’s Silly Sideshow circus tent is now closed to guests in Storybook Circus: Minnie Mouse and Daisy Duck will greet guests elsewhere in Storybook Circus. Disney has not shared more details about the meet and greets, … Read more

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