It is no secret that I am obsessed with Disney and I could not sleep if I did not blog about Disney being 100 years old.
This great anniversary deserves celebrating, and because I went down the rabbit hole whilst doing my research, I have devoted three blogs to the great man, Mr. Disney himself and fellow celebrity-obsessed fans. My greatest childhood memories include watching Disney Movies, either in an open-air cinema in Kano (Jungle Book), Nigeria, aged eight or in the cinema in Dublin.
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Fascinating Facts and Trivia About Disney and Disneyland
- Walt Disney’s French Roots:
– Walt Disney’s original moniker was d’Isigny, showing his French roots.
– The name ‘d’Isignyland’ was considered for his animations set in Paris.
- Famous Character Connections:
– Wall-E was named after Walter Elias Disney.
- Model Inspirations for Disney Characters:
– Ariel and Belle’s proportions were based on real-life model Sherri Stoner, also a writer and producer for animations.
– Several characters like Goofy, Mickey, and Donald Duck are hidden in the background of newer Disney films.
- Disney’s Innovations:
– Disney held the patent for Technicolor, making him the only animator allowed to make colour films.
– Disneyland, California, was built in the 1950s, and Walt Disney built an apartment for his family above the ‘Fire Department’ on Main Street.
- Theme Park Facts:
– The theme parks use a patented ‘Smellitzer’ device designed to pump certain scents around.
– The architecture at Disneyland uses ‘forced perspective’ to create taller appearances.
- Exclusive Club and Secrets:
– The exclusive Club 33, hidden above the Blue Bayou in New Orleans Square, has a strict membership of 487 with a waiting list of around 14 years.
Located in the Magic Kingdom in Florida, Disneyland in California, Disney Sea in Japan, and Shanghai Disneyland in China, the club is affiliated with Disney Park, although it is not actually owned by Disney. The club’s name refers to the exclusive membership that comes with its private dining rooms, parking, and other privileges, including access to special events, such as the annual Park Hopper pass. The membership to join the club is limited, and there are often long waiting lists for those seeking admission.
– Cinderella’s castle in Florida includes a swish 650ft apartment that is difficult to access.
- Notable Voice Actors:
– Steve Martin used to work in the magic shop at Disneyland.
– Clarence Nash, the voice of Donald Duck, created the dog barks for 101 Dalmatians.
All the best
Stay fab
Adele
