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PHOTO REPORT: Universal Studios Hollywood 5/26/22 (Classic Monsters on the Prowl, Jurassic World Pass Member Magnet, a Chocolate Coke Float, and More)

June 9, 2022

Quiet on set; we’re ready to roll! We headed out to Universal Studios Hollywood today to try an ice cream float, check in on some Halloween Horror Nights construction and see what else is new. So come along to see everything we found at Universal Studios Hollywood in today’s photo report. CityWalk Hollywood Universal Cinema … Read more

‘Jurassic World’ Insulated Tumbler Stomps in to Universal Studios Hollywood

June 9, 2022

A sleek new 24 oz. tumbler featuring the “Jurassic World” logo is now available at Universal Studios Hollywood. We found it in the Universal Studios Store on the Upper Lot. “Jurassic World” 24 oz. Tumbler – $29 The tumbler is all black, except for the logo, printed in silver. It includes the skeletal T. rex … Read more

TONIGHT on WDW News Tonight (6/9/22): Unboxing Funko’s Big Thunder Mountain Board Game, DFB Cupcake Game, & We Enter the Danger Zone

June 9, 2022

Tonight, don’t miss the internet’s only comedy show about Disney Parks! Join us at 9 p.m. ET for a recap of the latest news, the DFB Cupcake Game, and the unboxing (and playing) of the Big Thunder Mountain board game by Funko! Hosted by Tom Corless and Nick LoCicero, WDW News Tonight is a live, … Read more

BREAKING: Spider-Man Stuntronic Fails and Crashes Through Building in Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure

June 10, 2022June 9, 2022

Instagram user @mdglee_szm shared a video today of the Spider-Man “Stuntronic” robot failing to release from a wire and crashing into a building during the show at Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure. The show switches between a real-life performer and the programmed robot. In the video, the robot crashes into a nearby tower, causing … Read more

New Chandeliers Visible Inside Refurbished Rooms, Exterior Construction Continues on Villas at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort

June 9, 2022

Refurbished resort studio rooms are under construction at The Villas at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa for Disney Vacation Club members. Areas of the resort have been closed and covered in scaffolding as the buildings are updated inside and out. Some construction can be seen from across the lake. Scaffolding has been mostly removed … Read more

‘Jaws’ and ‘E.T.’ Returning to Theaters This Summer, Both Available in IMAX for First Time

June 9, 2022

Steven Spielberg’s classics “Jaws” and “E.T.” are returning to theaters this year. “E.T.” is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year and will be re-released in theaters on August 12, 2022. “Jaws” will swim into theaters starting on September 2, 2022. Both films will be in IMAX for the first time, and “Jaws” will be in … Read more

New ‘Star Wars’ 45th Anniversary Concept Art Print Pack Available at Walt Disney World

June 9, 2022

Walt Disney World is celebrating the 45th anniversary of “Star Wars” with a collection inspired by the film’s original concept art. Guests can now take home a pack of concept art prints. We found it in Star Wars Trading Post at Disney Springs. “Star Wars” Concept Art Pack – $44.99 The prints come in a … Read more

New Star Wars Droid Factory R2-W50 Figure Debuts at Walt Disney World for its 50th Anniversary

June 9, 2022

There’s been no shortage of merchandise to celebrate Walt Disney World’s 50th anniversary. Now, a new item has arrived straight from a galaxy far, far away. Star Wars Droid Factory R2-W50 Figure — $14.99 The droid originally hails from the planet Naboo, home to Queen (later Senator) Amidala and Jar-Jar Binks. An image of the … Read more

New Scarlet Witch ‘Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness’ and ‘Star Wars’ Ewok Ear Headbands at Walt Disney World

June 9, 2022

New ear headbands inspired by Wanda Maximoff a.k.a. the Scarlet Witch as she appears in “Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness” and the Ewoks of “Star Wars” have appeared at Walt Disney World. We found both in the Emporium at Magic Kingdom. Scarlet Witch Ear Headband – $29.99 The ears are red and black pleather. … Read more

Saara Chaudry and Anders Holm Join Cast of ‘The Muppets Mayhem’ on Disney+

June 9, 2022

Saara Chaudry and Anders Holm have joined the cast of the Disney+ show “The Muppets Mayhem,” which began filming in April. Chaudry will be series regular Hannah, the younger and arguably more accomplished sister of Nora (Lilly Singh). Raised in the era of likes, shares, and the idea that “if it wasn’t posted, it didn’t … Read more

New ‘Back to the Future’ Hoverboard Skateboard Decks at Universal Studios Florida

June 9, 2022

The summer Tribute Store at Universal Studios Florida is now selling skateboard decks by The Hundreds inspired by the hoverboards in “Back to the Future II.” There are two decks. One is pink, inspired by the Mattel hoverboard Marty uses. The other is black, inspired by the Pit Bull hoverboard used by Griff Tannen. Marty’s … Read more

D23 Expo Announces Biggest Presentations Including Movies, TV, and Disney Legends

June 9, 2022

D23 Expo Presented by Visa kicks off on Friday, September 9, and D23 has announced some of the biggest panels that will take place this year. These presentations will take place in “Hall D23,” the 6,900-seat venue located in Hall D of the Anaheim Convention Center. Here is the schedule: Friday, September 9Disney100 kicks off at … Read more

Peter Rice & Geoff Morrell Fired, The Latest Disney Executives to Be Undermined or Blamed by Unpopular CEO Bob Chapek

June 9, 2022

According to The New York Times, Disney CEO Bob Chapek fired both Peter Rice and Geoff Morrell, whose breaks with the company were both officially framed as “departures.” Geoff Morrell exited The Walt Disney Company in April, less than four months after taking over as chief communications officer. We learned earlier today that Disney General Entertainment Chairman … Read more

Disney Board Says CEO Bob Chapek Has Their ‘Support and Confidence’ in Official Statement

June 9, 2022

In an official statement, The Walt Disney Company’s board backed CEO Bob Chapek and his leadership. Susan E. Arnold, chairwoman of the board, said in the statement to the New York Times, “The strength of the Walt Disney Company’s businesses coming out of the pandemic is a testament to Bob’s leadership and vision for the … Read more

Disney General Entertainment Chairman Peter Rice Leaving Company

June 9, 2022

Peter Rice, the chairman of Disney General Entertainment Content, is leaving The Walt Disney Company, Deadline reports. Chairman of Entertainment, Walt Disney Television, Dana Walden will replace Rice. Rice had worked for 21st Century Fox since the 1980s and ended up at The Walt Disney Company when they acquired Fox’s assets. Walden also previously worked … Read more

Make Way, Make Way! The New Moana Designer Collection Doll Has Landed at Disney Springs

June 9, 2022

The newest addition to the Disney Designer Doll collection is the stylish Moana. She can be found along with Mulan and Tiana at the Art of Disney store in Disney Springs. Moana Disney Designer Doll – $129.99 Collectors will find that this version of Moana is decked out in a full length dress and up-do. … Read more