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A composite image showcases four distinct Johnny Depp acting roles. From left to right: a Victorian-era man with a concerned look, a modern man with a serious expression, a top hat-wearing whimsical character, and a pirate with dreadlocks and an ornate hat.

How Johnny Depp Landed a $10,000-Per-Word Movie Deal!

By Becky Burkett 1 Comment
A digitally inserted image of Mickey Mouse dressed as a wizard points while overlooking an aerial view of a Cape Cod home where Walt Disney wrote Fantasia. The property includes a circular swimming pool and a water body reflecting the trees, surrounded by lush greenery.

Bids For “Magic Kingdom in Massachusetts” Begin at $2.2 Million

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End-of-Life Arrangements Made For Host of NBC’s ‘Tonight Show’

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Matthew Perry as Chandler Bing in 'Friends.'

Accused Pair in Matthew Perry’s Death Case Stand Firm on Their Innocence as Legal Battle Heats Up

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Tragic Incident: Pedestrian Struck and Killed by Train Near Disney World

in Walt Disney World, Theme Parks, Travel

Posted on September 4, 2024 by Becky Burkett
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Mass Shooting at Magic Kingdom: Real-Life Incidences of Gun Violence at Disney World Over the Years

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Posted on August 31, 2024September 1, 2024 by Becky Burkett
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Ultra-Rare Piece of Disney Parks History Sells For Thousands on History Channel’s “Pawn Stars”

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Posted on August 31, 2024 by Becky Burkett 2 Comments
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90-Year-Old TikTok Sensation “Pop” Dies, Leaves Behind Millions of Grieving Fans

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Posted on August 31, 2024 by Becky Burkett
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Cirque du Soleil Performer Suffers Devastating Fall As Crowd Watches Helplessly

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Posted on August 31, 2024 by Becky Burkett
A man with short dark hair and light facial stubble, possibly linked to the Matthew Perry death investigation, is wearing a suit and tie, standing in front of a row of large white columns.

Doctor Charged in Death of Actor Matthew Perry Appears In Court, Reaches Plea Deal

in Entertainment, Movies & TV, Television, Featured

Posted on August 31, 2024September 9, 2024 by Becky Burkett
A couple dances passionately on a dimly lit stage, with the man wearing a white suit and hat, and the woman in a red dress. A large stamp across the image reads "ARRESTED" in white, bold letters, evoking a dramatic scene reminiscent of Artem Chigvinstev's intense performances on Dancing with the Stars.

‘Dancing With the Stars’ Pro Dancer Arrested in California Amid Serious Domestic Violence Allegations

in The Walt Disney Company, Entertainment, Movies & TV, Featured

Posted on August 31, 2024 by Becky Burkett 1 Comment
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‘Saturday Night Live!’ Actress Reveals “Inoperable” Terminal Illness, Says She’s Grateful For a “Fantastic Life”

in Entertainment, Movies & TV, Television

Posted on August 31, 2024 by Becky Burkett
A close-up of a smiling man, who bears a striking resemblance to Tim Allen, with a backdrop of a bustling Times Square during a New Year's celebration. The vibrant scene is filled with bright billboards, including one that says "HAPPY NEW YEAR!" and a dense crowd of people.

“From Corinthians and Beyond!” Actor Tim Allen is Finally “Really” Reading the Bible, But It’s Not At All What He Expected

in Entertainment, Movies & TV, Featured

Posted on August 31, 2024August 31, 2024 by Becky Burkett

Final Visit With ‘Tonight Show’ Host Yields a $200,000 Treasure

in Entertainment, Movies & TV, Television, Featured

Posted on August 31, 2024August 30, 2024 by Becky Burkett
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Florida Teen Madeline Soto’s Death Cause Uncovered: New Details Emerge Six Months After Her Murder

in Walt Disney World, Theme Parks

Posted on August 27, 2024 by Becky Burkett 1 Comment
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Matthew Perry’s Tragic End Explained: Actor Found Unresponsive Numerous Times Before His Shocking Death

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Posted on August 24, 2024August 24, 2024 by Becky Burkett
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Chilling Details Emerge from Matthew Perry’s Bedroom in Tragic Final Moments

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Posted on August 22, 2024 by Becky Burkett 1 Comment
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Johnny Depp Reemerges: Back in the Global Spotlight

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Posted on August 21, 2024 by Becky Burkett
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Katy Perry Under Criminal Investigation For Alleged Role in Illegal Activities

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Posted on August 16, 2024August 16, 2024 by Becky Burkett
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Investigators Use Michael Jackson’s Case to Crack Matthew Perry Death Mystery

in Movies & TV, Movies, Television, Featured

Posted on August 15, 2024August 15, 2024 by Becky Burkett

Matthew Perry Death Sparks Criminal Investigation Targeting Hollywood Insiders

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Posted on August 12, 2024 by Becky Burkett
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Disney Magic Vs. the Truth: These Disney Films Weren’t the Studios’ Original Ideas

in The Walt Disney Company, Entertainment, Movies & TV, Movies, Featured

Posted on August 10, 2024August 10, 2024 by Becky Burkett
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Disney CEO Bob Iger’s Toy Venture Faces Lawsuit, Forced to Pay Multi-Million-Dollar Settlement

in Merchandise

Posted on August 8, 2024 by Becky Burkett
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Here’s Why Your Favorite Disney Channel Shows Were Ditched at the Height of Their Popularity

in The Walt Disney Company, Entertainment, Featured

Posted on August 3, 2024 by Becky Burkett
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The Wild Success of ‘Inside Out 2’ May Spell Big Trouble For Pixar

in The Walt Disney Company, Entertainment, Movies & TV, Movies, Featured, Pixar

Posted on August 3, 2024 by Becky Burkett
A man dressed as a pirate, with long braided hair, a tricorn hat, and a tattered coat, stands in the foreground looking to the side. In the blurred background of this 2025 Theme Park setting, a man in a red military uniform holds a musket and stands outside a wooden building reminiscent of Pirates of the Caribbean.

New ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’ Theme Park Opening in 2025: No Need For the Sixth Film

in Entertainment, Movies, Theme Parks, Featured, Travel

Posted on August 3, 2024August 4, 2024 by Becky Burkett
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Iconic Wienermobile Vehicle Involved in Rollover Crash in Chicago

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Posted on August 3, 2024August 3, 2024 by Becky Burkett 1 Comment
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‘Frozen’ Star & Her Entire Family Kicked Out of Airport For Inappropriate Behavior

in The Walt Disney Company, Entertainment, Movies & TV, Movies

Posted on August 3, 2024August 3, 2024 by Becky Burkett
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Guest at Disney World Resort Hotel Trapped Under the Weight of Heavy Third-Ton Bed

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Posted on July 30, 2024July 30, 2024 by Becky Burkett
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Tim Allen Returns to ABC With a New Sitcom

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Posted on July 30, 2024 by Becky Burkett 2 Comments
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‘Pirates of the Caribbean’ Actors Suffer Near-Misses & Serious Injuries During Production of New Films

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Posted on July 25, 2024 by Becky Burkett
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A Few Things Fans Still Don’t Know About Those &*!@?*!?#% Live-Action Disney Films

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Posted on July 20, 2024 by Becky Burkett
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Guests Who Visit From the Lone Star State (and a Few Other States) Are In For a Shock When They Arrive at Disney World

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Posted on July 20, 2024 by Becky Burkett
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Disney and Universal Actor Shares Update About His Cancer Diagnosis, Says Dying Would Be “Annoying”

in The Walt Disney Company, Entertainment, Movies & TV, Movies

Posted on July 20, 2024July 21, 2024 by Becky Burkett 1 Comment
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Suspects in Matthew Perry’s Death Face 20+ Years in Prison if Convicted

in Movies & TV, Movies, Television

Posted on July 17, 2024 by Becky Burkett 1 Comment
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Death of Celebrity at California Park Marks the End of an Against-All-Odds Story of Survival

in Theme Parks, Travel

Posted on July 17, 2024 by Becky Burkett
Security personnel react to an incident during a crowded outdoor rally with a "Trump" sign visible on the podium. Amid rally chaos, a large audience, many wearing red hats, watches the scene while a photographer captures the moment in the foreground.

“Assassination Attempt” on Former President Donald J. Trump Halts Rally, Sends Crowd Into Chaos

in Events, Featured

Posted on July 13, 2024December 15, 2024 by Becky Burkett 10 Comments
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Fitness Guru & Entertainer Found Dead in His Los Angeles Home

in Entertainment, Movies & TV, Television, Featured

Posted on July 13, 2024July 14, 2024 by Becky Burkett 4 Comments
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22 Years Down the Drain: Popular Streaming Service Files For Bankruptcy After Landmark Acquisition

in Entertainment, Movies & TV, Movies, Television, Disney+, Featured, Netflix

Posted on July 13, 2024 by Becky Burkett 1 Comment
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Cast & Crew of James Cameron’s ‘Titanic’ Accidentally High on PCP During Filming

in Entertainment, Movies & TV, Movies, Featured

Posted on July 6, 2024July 7, 2024 by Becky Burkett
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‘Avatar’ and ‘Titanic’ Producer Dead at the Age of 63

in Entertainment, Movies & TV, Movies, Featured

Posted on July 6, 2024July 7, 2024 by Becky Burkett 1 Comment
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Walt Disney Was a Man of Magic, But Some Things Really Chapped His Hide

in Walt Disney World, The Walt Disney Company, Disneyland Resort, Movies & TV, Featured

Posted on July 6, 2024July 7, 2024 by Becky Burkett 2 Comments
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Disney’s Looking For a Few Eager Parks Enthusiasts to Share the Magic With Other Fans

in Walt Disney World, The Walt Disney Company, Theme Parks, Featured

Posted on July 6, 2024 by Becky Burkett
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Roller Coaster Fans Are Extremely Concerned Following the Six Flags-Cedar Fair Entertainment Merger

in Theme Parks, Featured, Six Flags

Posted on July 6, 2024July 7, 2024 by Becky Burkett 1 Comment
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Actor Matthew Perry’s Bank Accounts Don’t Line Up With His Estimated Net Worth

in Entertainment, Movies & TV, Movies, Featured

Posted on July 6, 2024July 8, 2024 by Becky Burkett
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Matthew Perry’s Hollywood Hills Home Still on the Market

in Entertainment, Movies & TV, Featured

Posted on July 6, 2024July 6, 2024 by Becky Burkett
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Major Deal Between Two Entertainment Giants Could Be Sealed This Weekend

in Entertainment, Movies & TV, Movies, Television, Featured

Posted on July 6, 2024July 7, 2024 by Becky Burkett
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Walt Disney World Competitor Announces Hundreds of Job Cuts Immediately

in Walt Disney World, The Walt Disney Company, Featured, Hotel

Posted on July 6, 2024July 7, 2024 by Becky Burkett 5 Comments
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Walt Disney’s Secret to Success Was Right Beside Him in Plain Sight–and No Secret at All

in The Walt Disney Company, Disneyland Resort, Featured

Posted on July 6, 2024July 6, 2024 by Becky Burkett 1 Comment
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Second Celebrity Identified in Matthew Perry Death Investigation

in Entertainment, Movies & TV, Movies, Television

Posted on July 5, 2024 by Becky Burkett 3 Comments
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