Walt Disney’s career began with a dream—to build, draw, and share beautiful images that would inspire generations. His one-of-a-kind artwork and storytelling have shaped the world of animation and entertainment for decades.
Disneyland
Opened: July 17, 1955 (68 years ago)
Born: December 5, 1901, Chicago, Illinois, United States
Died: December 15, 1966, Burbank, California, United States
Walt Disney was an American motion-picture and television producer, showman, and pioneer of animated cartoon films. He created beloved characters such as Mickey Mouse and Donald Duck, and he envisioned Disneyland—a groundbreaking amusement park that opened near Los Angeles in 1955. Before his passing, he began building Walt Disney World in Florida. Today, the Disney Company stands as one of the largest entertainment conglomerates in the world.
Steamboat Willie (1928)
*Steamboat Willie* was the first Mickey Mouse film to feature synchronized sound, marking a revolutionary moment in animation history.
