Frank Gifford

“Governor Reagan had his arm around John Lennon, and he was explaining American football to him. Only on Monday Night Football would you get those two guys, who were poles apart, united.” —Frank Gifford

Mary Jones

Mary once said, “My philosophy on our responsibility has always been that good community relations is making sure that Disneyland is a good neighbor and citizen, and if we can do that, it benefits the community, our cast members, and Disneyland.”

Russi Taylor

“Russi has imbued Minnie with so much of her own appeal, her strength, her spirit; a sense of gentleness, but combined with a certain sauciness. In the process, she has really helped to define Minnie’s character for new generations.” —Roy E. Disney

Mary Anne Mang

“Walt Disney was clear in his wishes that his Park and its cast members should always strive to give something back to the surrounding community,” Mary Anne once recalled. This made community relations an integral part of her role in Public Relations.

Wayne Allwine

“In time, you actually realize all of the characteristics that this character has in yourself. I’ve got all his naive qualities, and all of his optimistic qualities.” —Wayne Allwine on his prolific performances as Mickey.

James Cora

In 1999, Jim was promoted to chairman, Disneyland International, where his primary focus was to develop and maintain the strategies that ensured the continued growth and success of the Tokyo Disney Resort.

Bea Arthur

Tall, husky-voiced, hilariously forthright if not downright acid-tongued, Beatrice “Bea” Arthur commanded attention, whether she was on stage or the TV screen.

Jack Wagner

It has been said that no other man’s voice has been heard over so many loudspeakers by so many people.

Jack Olsen

In 1964, he became director of the Merchandising Division, and held that position until 1970 when, as vice president of merchandising, he contributed his many talents to the successful opening and operation of Walt Disney World.

Estelle Getty

“I know this lady I’m playing. She’s partly me and partly my imagination, but she’s an original and that’s what I’ve been playing all my life—original characters.” —Estelle Getty, on her role as Sophia Petrillo in The Golden Girls