Disney Chairman Bob Iger took to Twitter earlier today to promise Black Panther fans a “special tribute” when they stream the film later tonight on Disney+. Although details were limited, the tribute is certainly for the late Chadwick Boseman. The Black Panther star tragically died in late August. The Marvel film was nominated for a … Read more
Attention Marvel fans: The news we have all been waiting for since 2018 has finally been announced. Plans to start the shooting of the sequel to Marvel’s Black Panther are finally coming together. Due to the unexpected death of the films’ star, Chadwick Boseman, as well as the continuing trend of the coronavirus, production of … Read more
We visited Magic Kingdom on a partially cloudy day with plenty of crowds, Fall fun, and new things to see. The Disney princesses and Fairy Godmother greeted from the Walt Disney World Railroad station this morning. The bypass between Main Street, U.S.A. and Tomorrowland was open. Social distancing tape was in place for the Main … Read more
Disney has updated a new online audition listing for performers at Avengers Campus, the upcoming land at Disney California Adventure—and it seems they’re looking for Natasha Romanoff. The original posting called for professional stunt performers to portray Captain America and Black Panther, but has since been updated to include Black Widow. Here is the role … Read more
For those looking to pay tribute to the iconic Marvel Avenger, customizable Black Panther MagicBands and phone cases are available at Walt Disney World. These maDe items are available at Tomorrowland Light & Power Co. inside the Magic Kingdom. Both products are customizable, which is what maDe is all about. MagicBands – $24.99 / $29.99 … Read more
As the world continues to mourn the loss of Chadwick Boseman, his agent, Michael Greene, shared his memories of the actor with The Hollywood Reporter. Greene discussed Boseman’s process in choosing roles, pursuing those that would have a positive effect on the Black community: The amount of time that we strategized over whether he should … Read more
Marvel Studios is reportedly still “processing its grief” following the passing of Black Panther star Chadwick Boseman before they determine what comes next for the character, according to The Hollywood Reporter. As Tatiana Siegel and Borys Kit report, until about a week before his passing, Boseman was supposedly convinced that he would win his battle with colon … Read more
To honor the late Chadwick Boseman, ABC will host an evening paying tribute to his life and legacy on August 30. The evening begins at 8 PM ET/7 PM CT with the airing of the Black Panther, followed by an ABC News Special: Chadwick Boseman – A Tribute. This evening honoring Boseman comes after the … Read more
Yesterday, Chadwick Boseman, most known for portraying T’Challa, King of Wakanda and the Black Panther in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, passed away from colon cancer at the age of 43. Boseman portrayed the role in four Marvel films, including Black Panther. He is also known for playing historical figures Jackie Robinson in 42, James Brown … Read more
Disney has posted two new online auditions for performers at Avengers Campus, the upcoming land at Disney California Adventure Park. The first posting is specifically looking for professional stunt performers to portray Captain America and Black Panther. Here are the role descriptions: Black PantherCasting professional STUNT PERFORMERSÂ with extensive training and experience to portray BLACK PANTHER. … Read more
When Hong Kong Disneyland reopened in June, character meet-and-greets had been suspended in order to help prevent the spread of COVID-19, a protocol that has become commonplace in the other Disney Parks across the world. Since its opening, however, characters have still been making appearances across the parks, welcoming Guests and reminding them of that … Read more
Disney Parks around the world may be closed due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, but that doesn’t mean we can’t soak up some California sun on Disney+! Our continuing tour of the Disney Parks on the streaming service has brought us to our final stop in the United States: Disney California Adventure! Naturally, each of … Read more
Disney has provided us with the release dates for all of the new shows, specials and movies slated to air during the month of March on Disney+. This month, you can watch big box office hits, such as “Black Panther”, returning Disney+ shows, such as “Disney Fairy Tale Weddings” and the premier of a new … Read more
A recent listing on Disney Auditions website shows the characters being recruited for the upcoming Avengers Campus rooftop stunt show at Disney California Adventure. We know this show will take place in the land currently being built on the former site of A Bug’s Land. Disney is recruiting performers to play Black Widow, Black Panther, Captain … Read more
In the midst of all the exciting news from the Walt Disney Studios panel at the D23 Expo, we are thrilled to hear Disney’s announcement of Black Panther II, the sequel to the 2018 Marvel Studios hit. It has been confirmed that Ryan Coogler will be returning to direct the movie, which will be hitting … Read more
Visitors to next month’s D23 Expo can earn a special medal for signing up for the runDisney 2019 Virtual 5K… no heart-shaped herb required! D23 showed off the medal in a recent article, featuring the emblem of the Black Panther. This year’s Virtual 5K is themed to Marvel’s 80th anniversary. D23 Expo attendees can obtain … Read more