Jim Henson with Kermit the Frog

Jim Henson

It wasn’t until The Muppet Show debuted in 1976, starring Kermit and the egotistical and hilariously outspoken Miss Piggy, that the Muppets became a favorite of fans of all ages.

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Bonita Granville Wrather

Bonita Granville Wrather

At her husband’s side during the construction and operation of the Disneyland Hotel, Bonita officiated over the groundbreaking and dedication of the world-famous Dancing Waters show.

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Jack Wrather

Jack Wrather

“My father had the notion that business should be fun. He had more fun with the Disneyland Hotel than with any other investment.” —Chris Wrather

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Disney Legend Bob Gurr

Bob Gurr

Bob has developed more than 100 designs for attractions ranging from Autopia and Matterhorn Bobsleds to the Disneyland and Walt Disney World Monorails, and more.

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Guy Williams

Guy Williams

“Out of the night… when the full moon is bright…” If you were a child in the 1950s, you immediately recognize those dramatic opening words to the theme song of a certain television hero of the time—“a horseman known as Zorro.” And of all the famous film Zorros, the memorable standout was Guy Williams.

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Alice Davis

Alice Davis

In 1963, Walt Disney recruited Alice to contribute her skill to the attraction it’s a small world for the 1964-65 New York World’s Fair. Collaborating with art designer and Disney Legend Mary Blair, Alice researched, designed, and supervised the creation of more than 150 highly detailed costumes for the Audio-Animatronics® children of the world.

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Regis Philbin

Regis Philbin

Television talk show host, game show superstar, singer, author, actor, red carpet bon vivant. You name it, he’s done it. The word “icon” seems to have been created for Regis Philbin.

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Bill Anderson

Bill Anderson

During his 44-year association with the Studio, Bill brought immense skill and personal philosophy to Disney family entertainment, once saying, “Tell a good story in a lighthearted manner. Family entertainment should be fun; life is melodramatic enough.”

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Anika Noni Rose

Anika Noni Rose

“I always dreamed of being a voice in a Disney movie, but even in those dreams, I never once dreamed of being a princess. I just wanted to be a voice.” —Anika Noni Rose

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Tim Conway

Tim Conway

Often paired with funnyman Don Knotts, the duo inspired the kind of belly laughs reminiscent of Hollywood’s legendary comedy teams, such as Stan Laurel and Oliver Hardy.

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