Joe Hale, Disney Animator, Layout Artist for ‘Sleeping Beauty,’ and VFX Oscar Nominee for ‘The Black Hole,’ Passes Away at 99

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Former Disney animator Joe Hale has passed away of natural causes at his home in Atascadero, California. He was 99. Joe Hale Dies at 99 According to The Hollywood Reporter, Hale died on January 29, 2025. He contributed 35 years of his life to being an animator, layout artist, and producer at Disney. He also … Read more

Merchandise Roundup 12/7/21: ‘Artfully Evil’ and ‘Bedkobs and Broomsticks’ Pins, Tinker Bell Long-Sleeved Shirt, ‘Ratatouille’ Figure and More

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The merchandise roundup is back, showing off the new stuff we found around Walt Disney World on December 7th, 2021! Mickey Denim Jacket – $74.99 This new denim jacket nicely compliments the new Mickey Mouse apparel by Our Universe we found not too long ago. We found this jacket in Star Traders at the Magic Kingdom. … Read more

2022 Events Announced During Destination D23

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D23 has announced their upcoming 2022 events during Destination D23 in Orlando today. D23 Expo 2022 As previously announced, the D23 Expo will return in 2022 on September 9 at the Anaheim Convention Center. It will feature a preview of the 100th anniversary of The Walt Disney Company in 2023. Many panels and presentations will … Read more

Deep in the Plus – Bedknobs and Broomsticks

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Let’s go back to 1940 by way of 1971 as we talk Bedknobs and Broomsticks, a Disney live-action/animated feature set in England during World War II. This week on Deep in the Plus, Rob and Jill discuss this often-overlooked Disney classic that lives in the shadow of Mary Poppins. Walt actually had a hand in … Read more