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Marvel Being Sued For Alleged Theft of the X-Men: Animated Series Theme Song

October 9, 2019

Marvel Being Sued For Alleged Theft of the X-Men Animated Series Theme Song. According to TMZ, a man named Zoltan Krisko is suing Marvel, Disney, FOX, Apple, Amazon and other media outlets for the usage of the allegedly stolen theme song used in “X-Men” the animated cartoon. The song is reportedly ripped from Linda a series about a female police officer that aired successfully in Hungary from 1984 to 1991.

According to the report, Krisko claims he manages the estate of Hungarian composer, Gyorgy Vukan, who composed and copyrighted the “Linda” theme song in 1983. Zoltan says it sounds exactly like the theme song used in the “X-Men” animated series, which premiered after Linda was off the air.

We have included videos with bot the X-Men theme song and the intro to Linda, take a listen for yourself and tell us what you think in the comments:

In 2017, X-Men show runner Eric Lewald shared that he had been inspired with a continuation story that would make up a 6thh season for the series, should Marvel. consider a reboot.

“I had honestly never thought about it for all these years, but now that you mention it, an idea for a season just came to me: The five-season series ends with a dying Charles Xavier being whisked away to space by Lilandra, where she can maintain his fragile body, but where it seems he will be gone forever from his beloved X-Men. It’s like a death,” Lewald began. “Season Six could open, months later, with the X-Men in disarray – a few gone, the ones remaining at each other’s throats. They miss their leader. Then somehow they are called to – and transported to – an existential crisis on Lilandra’s distant world. The team grudgingly reunites ‘for Charles,’ heads off to space, solves the crisis, and a somehow-healed Charles Xavier is either able to return to Earth with them or, if he can’t, his heroic final sacrifice heals the team’s wounds and they return to Earth as the proper X-Men again.”

What are your thoughts on the alleged theft? Do you hear a blatant similarity? Or do you think the allegations are unfounded? We would love to here your thoughts in the comments.

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Photo Credit: Marvel

Daveed Diggs Being Considered For Sebastian in Live-Action ‘The Little Mermaid’

Kaitlyn

October 9, 2019

Daveed Diggs Being Considered For Sebastian in Live-Action ‘The Little Mermaid’. Best known for his roles as Thomas Jefferson and Marquis de Lafayette in the mega-hit musical “Hamilton”, Daveed Diggs is reported to be in talks with Disney to portray Sebastian the Crab, according to Variety.

If Daveed gets the role he will join cast mates, Halle Bailey (Ariel), Jacob Tremblay (Flounder), Awkwafina (Scuttle), and rumored to be cast as Ursula is Melissa McCarthy and Javier Bardem as King Triton. Still no news from Disney about casting for Prince Eric after Harry Styles passed on the role.

The Little Mermaid is getting a live-action remake that will re-tell the Disney Classic in a new way. The original story followed rebellious 16-year-old mermaid, Ariel, who is fascinated with life on land. On one of her visits to the surface, which are forbidden by her controlling father, King Triton, she falls for a human prince, Prince Eric. Determined to be with her new love, Ariel makes a dangerous deal with the sea witch Ursula to become human for three days. But when plans go awry for the star-crossed lovers, the king must make the ultimate sacrifice for his daughter.

Are you excited for the Live-Action The Little Mermaid? Who do you think will play Prince Eric for the film? We would love to hear your thoughts in the comments.

Be sure to check back here at Chip and Company for all things Disney!

Photo Credit: Disney/SCOTT GRIES/INVISION/AP/REX/Shutter Stock/Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images for Disney

Disney Cruise Line Returns to San Diego for Mexico Cruises

Katelyn G

October 9, 2019

Disney Cruise Line will cruise out of San Diego for sailings to Mexico again!

The newly enhanced Disney Wonder is currently docked in the gorgeous city of San Diego. The Disney Wonder just completed its first Baja cruise of the season. Throughout October, the ship will take Disney Cruise Line sailers to wonderful Baja and Mexican Riviera ports of call. These ports include Cabo San Lucas, Ensenada, Puerto Vallarta, and Mazatlán, Mexico

These itineraries range from two to seven nights long and allow guests to explore famous beaches and exciting ocean activities. Whether you love snorkeling and scuba diving or just plain sunbathing on the sand and making sandcastles, these ports have plenty to love!

Families that cruise out of San Diego are the first to experience the Disney Wonder with its new enhancements. These renovations include the New Orleans-themed French Quarter Lounge. This lounge is the perfect companion to Tiana’s Place Restaurant. The ship also offers Broadway-style entertainment with “Frozen, A Musical Spectacular”.

All of the cruises out of San Diego this month are also offering “spooktacular fun” with Halloween on the High Seas too! This is a unique Halloween celebration that features spooky parties, lively entertainment, and elaborate decor like the magical Pumpkin Tree.

The Disney Wonder will return to San Diego for more Halloween on the High Seas cruises to Baja and the Mexican Riviera in 2020.

Source: Disney Cruise Line.

Dancing Princess Tiana Returns to the Magic Kingdom, Walt Disney World!

Tessa H

October 9, 2019

Dancing Princess Tiana, Sydney Russell returns to the Magic Kingdom after wowing the crowd at the Magic Kingdom Park! The lovely 8-year old famous from her adorable, impromptu dance in her magical Princess Tiana costume went viral. Walt Disney World invited Sydney and her family back to the park and learnt more about the incredible performance that inspired so many people. Check out the video from Disney Parks Blog below.

Sydney was celebrating her birthday at Walt Disney World Resort and was surprised with a Princess makeover at Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique at Disney Springs before visiting the “Most Magic Place on Earth”, the Magic Kingdom Park. Then she started to dance to the Main Street Philharmonic Band music when a Disney Cast Member offered his arm and led her to the band… then the waltzing began!

Sydney said she made the dance “right off the top of my head” and that she was in her own world “just living my moment” and then when the dance finished she asked herself, “did that just happen?”.

Tiffany McKinnon Russell, Sydney’s mother, said the Disney Cast Member who led Sydney to the band was the “real star”. She is astounded by the response from the video and how it has more than one million online views. Tiffany said that she’s so happy that “Sydney could touch so many people and everyone can share in jer joy”.

The family is due to appear on the ABC-TV talk show Strahan, Sara and Keke.” Be sure to tune-in tomorrow at 1 p.m. EDT / 12 p.m. Central and Pacific on ABC-TV. For now, don’t forget to watch the dancing Princess Tiana as she returns to the Magic Kingdom! For more Walt Disney World news, click here.

Portillo’s Restaurant to Open in Lake Buena Vista Near Disney World

Chip

October 9, 2019

Iconic Chicago restaurant, Portillo’s is proud to announce its forthcoming Lake Buena Vista, Florida location. Marking the brand’s first Orlando-area site, Portillo’s Lake Buena Vista joins two other Sunshine State restaurants in Tampa and Brandon.

The site for the newest Portillo’s location is part of Unicorp National Development’s upcoming project, The Village at O-Town West. Portillo’s will occupy the corner of Palm Parkway and Daryl Carter Boulevard (About 5 minutes from Walt Disney World) at the front of the development’s 80,000 square feet retail center.

“Our company strives to partner with tenants that can help showcase the area as a world-class destination for visitors,” states Chuck Whittall, President of Unicorp National Developments. “Portillo’s will be a great addition to our stellar dining options here in Lake Buena Vista.”

Guests can expect to enjoy classic menu items like Chicago-style hot dogs, famous Italian beef, char-grilled burgers, fresh salads and Portillo’s famous chocolate cake. The restaurant will include an outdoor patio, draft beer, double drive-thru and large parking lot to accommodate guests. The design of Portillo’s 7,800 square foot Lake Buena Vista location will evoke the brand’s new diner style, with nostalgic decor, diner booths, and memorabilia with local flavor on the walls and ceiling.

“Portillo’s is excited to expand our Florida footprint to the Orlando-area. Our forthcoming location at Village at O-Town West will put us directly in front of the country’s most popular tourist destinations, while also serving the large number of Midwest expats in the area,” said Michael Osanloo, CEO of Portillo’s.

Fans are invited to visit portillos.com/lakebuenavista to sign up for a chance to attend a sneak peek meal and to be served Chicago-style favorites from the Portillo’s food truck in Orlando prior to the opening. Loyal customers will also receive email updates on Portillo’s Lake Buena Vista’s restaurant.

Star Wars: The Ultimate Pop-Up Galaxy Book Is Out Of This World

Danielle

October 9, 2019

Triple Force Friday was full of exciting new Star Wars treasures! One amazing treasure I was lucky enough to get was the Star Wars: The Ultimate Pop-Up Galaxy book from Insight Editions! This book definitely took me by surprise, not just in the sheer size of it, but the incredible details inside.

At first you might think this is a simply children’s pop-up book, but oh is it so much more! Firstly I was excited to see that it began with the Clone Wars, which is my son’s favorite collection of stories from the Star Wars universe. Which if you haven’t seen the animated series covering the Clone Wars, I highly recommend it.

More Than a Pop-up Book

As you turn the pages you realize this pop-up book is not so simple, it actually unfolds into an entire galaxy of Star Wars lore and stories from the war-torn battlefields of the Clone Wars, to the rebels’ last stand over the Death Star, and even the Resistance’s climactic clash with the First Order on Crait, this one-of-a-kind pop-up book takes fans on a unique interactive adventure that brings the Star Wars saga to life in a whole new way.

Featuring the most iconic moments from the entire saga rendered as ingenious pop-up creations, Star Wars: The Ultimate Pop-Up Galaxy allows fans to interact with the action, launching rebel snowspeeders against AT-AT walkers, helping the Millennium Falcon escape First Order pursuers on Jakku, and more. Presented in a dynamic 360-degree format that enables the action to be viewed from all sides, the book also opens up to form a displayable 3D diorama of the entire saga.

This book is packed with amazing Star Wars moments, and hidden surprises to discover! This book represents a whole new level of detail and interactivity in pop-up books!

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In fact, I had to open the leaves of my table just to fit the entire opened book!

The pages of this book are also 360 degrees of detail! Everytime I think I have seen everything, I find something new! I am also impressed thinking about the sheer artistry this took! This is for sure a book to pass down for generations.

No matter the age, this Star Wars book has something for every fan!

Star Wars: The Ultimate Pop-Up Galaxy debuts October 22, and you can pre-order it on Amazon now!

New Food Options in Epcot for October and Beyond

Ana Leal

October 9, 2019

Epcot has been getting some really cool new experiences lately like the new nighttime show Epcot Forever and the recent opening of Walt Disney Imagineering Presents the Epcot Experience!

But those are not the only new things at Epcot, what about food?

Cool Wash and The Donut Box are the latest additions, you can find them at Future World East near Test Track now through November 23.

Take a break and refresh a little at Cool Wash, where you can create your own slushy blended with carbonated beverages! Choose from Coke, Fanta Cherry, Fanta Orange, Fanta Banana, Fanta Watermelon and Blue Raspberry and then add some toppings like candy pebbles, popping pearls, jelly drops or popping candy. We can’t wait to try this one!!

And for those over 21, you can also enjoy a Coca-Cola Orange Vanilla with Gin in an adorable souvenir cup.

Craving something more sweet? Then head over to The Donut Box!

Here you will find Sweet Corn Fritters with Fresno and red pepper jelly and Strawberry dusted Yeast Donut Holes, sounds delicious!

For beverages they have a Strawberry Smoothie garnished with a donut hole and for those over 21, you can enjoy a Black and White Coffee Cocktail garnished with a fresh yeast donut with chocolate espresso bean crumbles or a Central 28 Beer Company Boston Cream Donut Ale.

Looking for something more filling? Then you have to swim over to the Coral Reef Restaurant in Future World.

They have a limited time menu in honor of “The Little Mermaid” 30th anniversary! Find delicious dishes like the Dinglehopper Shrimp Cocktail, Chef Louis’ Lobster Seafood Boil and King Triton’s Key Lime Tart. And if you are lucky, starting October 16th, you could take home a commemorative menu while supplies last.

But the day can’t be over without dessert right? So make your way to the Italy Pavilion to check out a new kiosk that will replace the current gelato cart and will be operated by Patina Restaurant Group. Here you will find up to 12 different varieties of gelato and sorbet, including gluten friendly and plant based flavors!

Photo credit: Disney

Disneyland Will Soon Debut New FastPass Kiosk In Tomorrowland

Monique Lopez

October 9, 2019

Disneyland Will Soon Debut New FastPass Kiosk In Tomorrowland

The Disneyland Resort has gone through some major changes when it comes to fastpass options and distribution. Recently, with MaxPass and the Disneyland App, selecting a ride time has never been easier. Now, the resort is about to debut a new FastPass option for guests visiting Tomorrowland!

Starting this month, Disneyland Park will have a central FastPass kiosk for three Tomorrowland attractions. This kiosk will allow guests to obtain paperless fast passes for Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters, Space Mountain (currently Hyperspace Mountain), and Star Tours. This new FastPass distribution area will be located by the Tomorrowland Theater starting October 15th.

The digital FastPass will be available for review on the Disneyland App. Guests can select their return time on the touch screen and then get back to enjoying their park day. Guests will only be able to select one pass at a time.

If this system proves to be successful, then the resort could implement more of these digital kiosks in surrounding lands at both parks. This could also help with the flow of crowd traffic in more high volume areas. The company has already implemented changes to Tomorrowland to help with crowd flow in its entrance. Earlier we reported on the rocks placed at the entrance of the land were in progress of being removed. Ultimately, these new systems and renovations will help during the busier holiday seasons in the parks.

What land would you like to see this kiosk in next? Let us know in the comments below!

Source: Orange County Register

Photos thanks to our friend and Disneyland correspondent, Monique: @gimmemodisney

BE OUR GUEST…Enchanted Rose Is Now Open!

Ana Leal

October 8, 2019

Enchanted Rose is now open so be our guest and enjoy a magical meal here!

Enchanted Rose at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

Inspired by a tale as old as time, this new lounge area located at the Grand Floridian Resort & Spa features four different rooms with iconic details from Beauty and The Beast.

The Bar: In the main bar you will be delight with a beautiful chandelier hanging in the center of the room inspired by Belle’s flowing gown!
The Library: You can’t have a Beauty and The Beast inspired restaurant without a library right? This area showcases classic baroque designs and French furnishings. And if you look closely you might be able to spot some enchanted friends like Mrs. Potts and Lumiere!
The Garden Room: Get transported to the Enchanted Forest surrounding Beast’s Castle, this room features a beautiful emerald green color and amazing artwork along the walls.
The Outdoor Patio: Looking for a more romantic setting with a nice view of the Seven Seas Lagoon? Then this room inspired by Beast’s garden terrace is perfect for you!

Now up to the food!

You can find sharable dishes like artisanal cheeses, house made flatbread, short rib sliders and white sturgeon caviar if you are feeling more fancy. But the main focus of the Enchanted Rose are the wines and we are not complaining about that! Take time to sit back and relax with a selection of wines from around the world served by the ounce, glass or bottle. But if wine is not your thing, champagne, beer and cider are also available.

But some of the most popular drinks at the lounge are the Amour and Envy cocktails. They are prepared by a cast member right next to your table and as if that wasn’t enough, they will also share a story with you that relate the cocktails to the Beauty and The Beast story!

Amour Cocktail: An elegant vodka cocktail featuring notes of citrus, pear, and flowers with a slightly sweet taste.
Envy Cocktail: Apple brandy with apples, herbs and bitters with a potent taste.

Non alcoholic beverages are also available:

Garden Spritzer: Herbal distilled non alcoholic spirit, lime, agave and soda.
B&B: Iced tea, lemon, blueberry and basil.
Rosemary Cooler: Lemonade, vanilla and rosemary.

Excited to step into this magical story? You can find it on the second floor of Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa!

Photo credit: Disney

Autumn is Calling with Fall-Flavored Desserts at Disney Springs

Allison Luna

October 8, 2019

Fall is in the air and, consequently, on our plates. Irresistible flavors of cinnamon apple and pumpkin spice have found their way back into homes and restaurants everywhere, and we love it! One of our favorite spots to pick up sweet treats is Disney Springs; with a variety of specialty shops and restaurants, there is no end of options when it comes to autumnal seasonal desserts. Here are a few of the standouts.

When it comes to fancy desserts, Amorette’s Patisserie takes the cake. Or, in this case, the crème brûlée. This fall, guests will find a Pumpkin Crème Brûlée there, that starts off with pumpkin custard, and is layered with torched sugar, candied pecans, a pumpkin sable cookie, and chocolate garnish. An elegant confection for the pumpkin-lovers out there.

If cake is on the menu but pumpkin isn’t, Erin McKenna’s Bakery is the place to be. They’re serving up a gluten-free, vegan Caramel Apple Medley. It’s a vanilla cake with caramel, baked apples, and cinnamon mousse, all topped with sugar crystals. Perfect for those with dietary restrictions who still want to satisfy their sweet tooth!

When speaking of cake, we’d be remiss if we didn’t mention cupcakes. And that means Sprinkles! We’ve definitely spotted a Pumpkin Spice Cupcake, but if visitors want to buy in bulk (and when it comes to cupcakes, who doesn’t?) there’s the BOO Box. Customers who select this option will be sure to get a variety, including Vanilla, Milk Chocolate, Red Velvet, Black & White, and Pumpkin. Something for everyone to share or for just one someone who loves cupcakes!

Fall in Florida doesn’t necessarily mean cooler weather, which makes eating ice cream completely justifiable! But in all honesty, Vivoli il Gelato is serving some desserts that would make people line up even if it was snowing. There’s Pumpkin Cannoli (as delicious as it sounds) or a Jack-O-Lantern Float, made of orange Fanta, vanilla gelato, whipped cream, and sprinkles. But how to choose between the two? Better just get both.

Recently it seems Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill can’t help but be on our radar. They’ve been presenting some monster sundaes that give us a sugar coma just looking at them, but it’s totally worth it! Stop by and try the Peanut Butter Wafer Sundae or the returning Campfire Sundae. Both are topped with an entire piece of cake, so be prepared to do some serious eating! Either that or bring five of your close friends.

Moving on to Yesake, don’t be surprised to find fall flavors even there! Pumpkin Spice Boba Tea or Spiced Kabocha are the perfect fall drink for warm weather. The Kabocha Pumpkin Bun is everything it sounds like it is: pumpkin cream, cinnamon, and even a little cranberry, all wrapped in a bun; almost like a pumpkin pie on the go!

Churros are synonymous with Disney, so we’re glad they weren’t left out of the pumpkin loop. Head over to Sunshine Churros (either on the West Side or at the Marketplace) to try out the Pumpkin Spice Churro, filled with cream cheese. Portable and sweet.

If you’re looking for an autumn treat but are stuck on chocolate, Ghiradelli Soda Fountain and Chocolate Shop is the place to go. Their fall collection includes flavors such as Caramel Pumpkin Spice, and Milk Caramel squares. You can never go wrong with chocolate.

And speaking of chocolate, why not stop by the Ganachery and take some home? There are Pumpkin Spice or Chai Tea flavored specialty chocolates, or for something to sip on as you walk about, the Maple Bourbon Hot Ganache topped with bacon is the perfect indulgent treat.

Maybe you like the sound of all these desserts, but you’re a Disney purist at heart. You can still find the sugary snack of your dreams over at the Candy Cauldron or at Goofy’s Candy Co. They’re both serving up delicious Disney snacks that have had a special Halloween makeover and are easily packaged to take home. For example: Mummy Rice Krispy Treats or Jack Skellington specialty apples. Whatever you choose is sure to ooze Disney magic and be Instagram-worthy.

For the serious foodies out there, the WonderFall Flavors self-guided tour at Disney Springs is certainly worth checking out. But no matter what you do, make sure to get down and try some of these treats before November 4th; that’s when we’ll have to say goodbye to them until next year!

Photos Courtesy of Disney

Disney’s ‘Newsies’ Is Coming to Washington D.C.

Kaitlyn

October 8, 2019

Disney’s ‘Newsies‘ Is Coming to Washington D.C. Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater announces Disney’s Tony Award-winning musical Newsies is coming to the nations capitol this holiday season.

Newsies is an inspiring story about kids who fight for what is right at the turn of the century, with music by Alan Menken, lyrics by Jack Feldman and book by Harvey Fierstein. Inspired by the real-life Newsboys Strike of 1899 in New York City, this family-friendly musical follows the story of newsboys and newsgirls who dream of a better life and lead a crusade for justice. Just in time for the holidays, the score features fan favorites, including “King of New York,” “Carrying the Banner” and “Seize the Day.” Newsies, directed by Molly Smith, with choreography by Parker Esse and music direction by Laura Bergquist, will run November 1-December 22, 2019 in the iconic in-the-round Fichandler Stage.

“Newsies is a brilliant blending of a children’s crusade and a contemporary Gold Standard musical,” shares director Molly Smith. “With today’s young people fighting passionately for gun control and climate protection legislation in new children’s crusades, we clearly see resonance with today’s young people. The plight of the newsboys and girls at the turn of the century is a passionate story, because they stood up for themselves and fought for fairness. With music that is hummable, wonderful acting with a top-notch cast, dynamic choreography and plenty of young people on stage, this is an ideal production to bring the whole family to the theater during the holidays.”

Newsies will feature Daniel J. Maldonado (Emerson Colonial Theatre’s Moulin Rogue!) as Jack Kelly and D.C. actress Erin Weaver (Arena’s Mother Courage) as Katherine Plumber with Edward Gero (Arena’s Junk and The Originalist) as Joseph Pulitzer. Making their Arena Stage debuts are Joe Montoya as Crutchie and both Josiah Smothers (The National Theatre’s Finding Neverland) and Hazel Hay as Les Jacobs.

Joining the cast are Arena veterans Ethan Van Slyke (Arena’s Oliver!) as Davey Jacobs, Thomas Adrian Simpson (Arena’s Anything Goes) as Wiesel, as well as D.C. native Nova Payton (Arena’s Smokey Joe’s Café) as Medda Larkin.

This front-page cast also includes Rory Boyd as Oscar Delancey, Wyn Delano as Snyder, Michael Hewitt as Morris Delancey and ensemble members Christian Douglas, Jamie Smithson and Carole Denise Jones.

Rounding out the Newsies company are Emre Ocak, Chaz Wolcott, Tro Shaw, Bridget Riley, Luke Spring (Broadway’s A Christmas Story, The Musical), Michael John Hughes, Tomas Mátos, Tanner Pflueger, Matthew Davies and Kelli Youngman as the newsies with swings Lucy Spring and Shiloh Orr.

Smith’s creative collaborators for Newsies include Choreographer Parker Esse, who returns for his 17th Arena Stage production, Music Director Laura Bergquist, Set Designer Ken MacDonald, Costume Designer Alejo Vietti, Lighting Designer Kimberly Purtell and Sound Designer Daniel Erdberg.

The creative team for Newsies also includes Associate Director/Text Director Anita Maynard-Losh, Assistant Music Director Suzanne Román Jones, Assistant Choreographer Michael John Hughes, Dialect and Vocal Coach Lisa Nathans, Fight and Intimacy Consultant Jenny Male, Casting Directors Victor Vazquez and Geoff Josselson, Stage Manager Susan R. White, Assistant Stage Manager Marne Anderson and Production Assistant Dayne Sundman.

TICKETING INFORMATION: Tickets for Newsies are $51-$105, price is subject to change and based on availability, plus applicable fees. For information on savings programs such as pay-your-age tickets, student discounts, Southwest Nights and hero’s discounts, visit arenastage.org/tickets/savings-programs.

Tickets may be purchased online at arenastage.org, by phone at 202-488-3300 or at the Sales Office at 1101 Sixth Street, SW, D.C.

Sales Office/Subscriptions: 202-488-3300

Group Sales Hotline for 10+ Tickets: 202-488-4380

TTY for deaf patrons: 202-484-0247

Info for patrons with disabilities: 202-488-3300

For more information regarding Disney’s Newsies at the Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater you can visit arenastage.org

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Photo Credit: Disney on Broadway

‘The Lion King’ Singer Rejected a $2 Million Check In Favor Of Royalties and It Paid Off

Kaitlyn

October 8, 2019

‘The Lion King’ Singer Rejected a $2 Million Check In Favor Of Royalties and It Paid Off. Best known in his youth for providing the singing voice of Young Simba in Disney’s The Lion King, Jason Weaver sat down and shared his story with VladTV.

VladTV asked Weaver how much Disney offered him for his role, which was strictly a singing role for the film as Young Simba. “I remember it was like $2 million,” said Weaver, “You gotta remember, they’re coming off of Beauty and the Beast. They’re coming off of Aladdin. Disney had bread.”

When asked why Jason’s mother decided to push for royalties instead of accepting Disney’s initial offer he explained, “Disney had a reputation for re-releasing stuff. I think at that time they had put out Sleeping Beauty and some of their old catalog from when Walt Disney was alive. They were releasing that stuff when they were releasing the new Disney stuff, so she was able to see the playing field and go, ‘Wait a minute, this is going to make a lot of money over time, so what happens when my son turns 40? Is he going to be able to get a check for this when they eventually re-release this?’”

Instead of taking the $2 Million check, Weaver’s Mother and Talent Agent worked together to negotiate with Disney and settled on a $100,000 check initially, with royalties for Weaver in the future. Jason says that since the films release he has more than made up for the $1.9 Million gap between the two offers and is still receiving checks for his work. Jason has even received money from the royalties after the release of The Lion King (2019) remake this year and is more than happy that his mother had the insight and wisdom to play “the long game” on his behalf.

You can check out the full interview between VladTV and Jason Weaver below:

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Photo Credit: Disney/VladTV

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