Carrie Fisher will be instantly recognizable for her iconic performance as Princess Leia in the Star Wars saga. But throughout her career Carrie took on many roles—as an actress, author, playwright, screenwriter, and advocate for mental health awareness.
Carrie was born on October 21, 1956, the daughter of singer Eddie Fisher and actress Debbie Reynolds. She…
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For an entire generation of filmgoers, there has been no greater hero than Luke Skywalker. And behind the robes of the aspiring Jedi was an actor who would become an iconic part of the great Star Wars legacy: Mark Hamill.
Born in Oakland, California, on September 25, 1951, Mark was the son of a Navy officer. Growing up across the world, he developed an interest in…
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By Jocelyn Buhlman
Nothing evokes the spirit of Disney like the image of families gathered around the television, enjoying the thrills and wonders of a new story. Sure, we usually imagine the families enjoying movies or TV shows, but as technology brings more magic to our lives, Disney continues to move forward. As Jimmy Pitaro, chairman of Disney Consumer…
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By Beth Deitchman
“Making your dreams come true is who we are and what we do,” said Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Chairman Bob Chapek this afternoon in Hall D23 at D23 Expo, as he kicked off Walt Disney Parks and Resort’s presentation for 6,800 Disney fans who had gathered to hear what’s new and what’s next at Disney parks and resorts around the…
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By Beth Deitchman
Hollywood’s biggest names in acting and directing… Surprises at every turn… Compelling stories and sneak peeks that had us on the edge of our seats. The Hall D23 presentation from The Walt Disney Studios this morning at D23 Expo featured all of these and more!
Walt Disney Studios Chairman Alan Horn greeted the 6,800 fans who had…
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By Jim Frye
Han Solo’s beloved Millennium Falcon is still “the fastest hunk of junk in the galaxy” and one of the most iconic ships in cinematic history. And in 2019, the “ship that made the Kessel Run in less than 12 parsecs” throws open its bay doors, finally giving fans a chance to step aboard. You will be able to get an up-close look inside the ship…
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By Courtney Potter
Get a sneak peek at Star Wars Forces of Destiny, and mark your calendars for Vampirina’s debut… Read more, along with other news from around Disney, in this week’s news briefs!
Awesome Star Wars Forces of Destiny Sneak Peek
Look, there on the horizon—there’s a brand-new series of animated shorts winging their way across our…
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By Jocelyn Buhlman
Stitch has been making mischief across the galaxy for 15 years now, and, boy, does time fly when you’re having an intergalactic good time! When it comes to cute, cosmic chaos-causers in the Disney family, there’s a whole galaxy full of aliens that we love, from intergalactic crooners and flying fuzzy friends to more familiar felines. We’ve…
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OVERVIEW
Join the D23 Team and The First Order for a Member Mixer taking place in San Diego, California. This is a terrific opportunity for D23 Members to socialize with other members and friends, as well as enjoy some great food and drink themed to a galaxy far, far away!
DETAILS
The D23 Member Mixer will begin at 5 p.m. in the Legends 1 & 2 Ballrooms at the Hard…
By D23 Team
Make sure to leave some room in your suitcase! Disney Store is launching new collections, limited-edition sets, and more never-before-seen items that will make their debut on the D23 Expo 2017 show floor. With more than 5,000 square feet of space, there’s lots to see and shop! Here’s a taste of what you can expect:
Disney Designer Collection:…
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