Star-Studded Cast Announced for Disney World’s 50th Anniversary TV Special on ABC

Star-Studded Cast Announced for Disney World’s 50th Anniversary TV Special on ABC. On October 1st, ‘The Most Magical Story on Earth: 50 Years of Walt Disney World’ will premiere at 8 pm EST / 7 pm C on ABC. The magical celebration will be hosted by Whoopi Goldberg and feature performances from Grammy-Winning recording artist Christina Aguilera and ‘The Little Mermaid‘ star Halle Bailey. The two will be accompanied by the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra.

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This EARidescent special event will take viewers through Walt Disney World’s humble beginnings in the swamplands of Florida and its evolution into a cultural phenomenon. Through an expansive look into the past, present and future of the vacation destination, footage never before seen on television will give fans a glimpse into the journey to bring Walt’s vision to life and a look at plans for the future. The special will also spotlight some of Walt Disney World’s most memorable pop-culture moments, from the many sitcoms that filmed episodes in the theme parks to the conception of the ubiquitous “I’m going to Disney World!” campaign. Plus, viewers will get a heartwarming look at how Disney and Make-A-Wish foundation have worked together for over 40 years to make kids’ Disney dreams come true.  

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Celebrities including Anthony Anderson, John Stamos, Marsai Martin, Gary Sinise, Melissa Joan Hart, and Candace Cameron Bure; NFL athletes Tom Brady, Phil Simms, and Doug Williams, and creative forces Kevin Feige, Pete Docter and James Cameron; Walt Disney World Imagineers including Bob Weis, Mark Kohl, and Ann Morrow Johnson; and Disney executives past and present including Bob Chapek, Bob Iger, and Michael Eisner, will all share their favorite memories of Walt Disney World. 

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“The Most Magical Story on Earth: 50 Years of Walt Disney World” airs Friday, Oct. 1, at 8-10 p.m. EST on ABC. It can also be viewed the next day on demand and on Hulu, and later in the month on Disney+. Be sure to check back here at Chip and Company for updates and all things Disney Parks!

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