Avi, Irvine, California

The suggestion has been made many times, but nothing has come of it. Some speculated that the Disney family might not approve of an Audio-Animatronics® figure of Walt.

Kobe, Delaware, Ohio

The birthday we use for Donald Duck is June 9, 1934, the release date of The Wise Little Hen, his first film appearance. His birthday was sometimes celebrated on Friday the 13th in comics and storybooks.

Kobe, Delaware, Ohio

John Lasseter, chief creative officer of Pixar, is also chief creative officer at the Walt Disney Animation Studios. Ed Catmull, president of Pixar, is also president of Walt Disney Animation Studios. So, yes, the two groups consult with each other.

Mary Ellen, Waukegan, Illinois

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Treasures of the Walt Disney Archive Exhibits

D23 Presents: Treasures of the Walt Disney Archives Extends Through January 4, 2015

From Mickey Mouse to Captain Jack Sparrow, the exhibition features more than 300 artifacts from nine decades of Disney’s rich history.

Disney Legend Al Konetzni Still Making Magic at Age 99

At his Bradenton independent living facility, he draws up a caricature every month as his gift to all the residents celebrating their birthday that month.

Remembering Dick Jones

Dick Jones, who provided voice of Pinocchio, passed away on July 7, 2014.

A Sneak Peek at the New Walt Disney Archives Exhibit

This recreation of an animator’s office celebrates early hand-drawn animation at the Disney Studio.

D23 Presents: Treasures of the Walt Disney Archives Extends Through August 3, 2014

Due to popular demand, the Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago is extending the run of Treasures of the Walt Disney Archives, presented by D23: The Official Disney Fan Club, through August 3, 2014.

Remembering Milt Albright

Milt Albright, who was born and raised some 70 miles from Walt’s own Marceline Missouri and whose dream was to work for Disney, passed away on April 7, 2014.