Disney Legends

Disney Legends

Features involving legendary Disney-related individuals. Be sure to see the Interviews section for more on Disney legends.

John Hench: Celebrating All the Colors of His Rainbow Doug Marsh (3/18/2004)
Doug covers Disney's celebration of the life and career of John Hench.

USC School of Music Pays Tribute to Buddy Baker Doug Marsh (9/30/2003)
Doug reports on the September 28th tribute to Buddy Baker by the USC Thornton School of Music.

Bob Hope's Centennial Birthday Ken Pellman (5/29/2003)
Ken remember Bob Hope on his 100th birthday.

Carolwood Pacific Historical Society Ward Kimball Tribute Kevin Beltzner (11/6/2002)
Kevin reports on the Ward Kimball tribute held by the Carolwood Pacific Historical Society last July 28th.

David Mink Remembers Buddy Baker David Mink (7/31/2002)
David writes about Disney's great composer Buddy Baker.

Michael Broggie's Ward Kimball Memories Michael Broggie (7/9/2002)
Founder of the Carolwood Pacific Historical Society Michael Broggie remembers Ward Kimball.

Ward Kimball Remembered Rhett Wickham (7/8/2002)
LaughingPlace.com columnist Rhett Wickham remembers Ward Kimball.

Carolwood's Imagineer Appreciate Day Kevin Beltzner (5/9/2002)
A look at the Carolwood Pacific Historical Society's Imagineer Appreciation Day held April 21st at Walt's Barn in Griffith Park.

An Interview with John CaneMaker and a look at Walt Disney's Nine Old Men Rhett Wickham (5/7/2002)
Rhett looks at the book Walt Disney's Nine Old Men & The Art of Animation and talks to the book's author, John Canemaker.

Jim Cora Gets a Window on Main Street Rebekah and Doobie Moseley (5/3/2002)
Coverage of the dedication ceremony for Jim Cora's Window on Main Street.

Report: John Canemaker, Frank and Ollie at the Los Angeles Museum of Art Jeff in Orange County (2/5/2002)
A report on John Canemaker presentation at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art including comments by legendary animators Frank Thomas and Ollie Johnston.

Report: Ryman-Carroll Club 33 Event Doobie Moseley (2/1/2002)
A pictorial report from the Ryman-Carroll Club 33 event held January 26 and 27 and featuring Marty Sklar, Blaine Gibson and Bob Gurr.

Toon Talk Legacy: Peggy Lee Kirby C. Holt (1/25/2002)
Kirby pays tribute to Peggy Lee from of Lady and the Tramp fame.

Thoughts on Walt Disney Personalities (12/5/2001)
In honor of the 100th anniversary of the birth of Walt Disney LaughingPlace.com presents thoughts on Walt from various Disney personalities.

Toon Talk - Legacy: Dorothy McGuire Kirby C. Holt (9/20/2001)
Kirby pays tribute to Dorothy McGuire from Old Yeller, Swiss Family Treehouse and Summer Magic. McGuire died on September 13, 2001.

Bob Gurr on the original Alice attractions Bob Gurr (7/30/2001)
Legendary Imagineer Bob Gurr discusses designing, installing and maintaining Disneyland's original two Alice in Wonderland attractions.

The West Side of the Kingdom Rick West (4/18/2001)
This month Rick talks about an Imagineering Legend - Bob Gurr.

Report: Club 33 Breakfast and Disneyland Tour with Imagineers John Frost (9/29/2000)
A report on the first of the three "Club 33 Breakfast and Tour with Imagineer" special events to benefit the Ryman-Caroll Foundation.

Magical Memories Disneyland Fans (7/14/2000)
Disneyland personalities and regular guests share their Magical Memories of the Magic Kingdom in this series of articles unfolding from July 17th thru August 1st.

Report: A Visit to Ollie's Railroad Richard Mastanich (5/11/2000)
A report from a Carolwood Pacific Historical Society visit to Ollie Johnston's backyard railroad.

An Interview with the Sherman Brothers Doobie Moseley (5/5/2000)
The Sherman Brothers are famous for creating many Disney soundtracks including Mary Poppins, The Jungle Book and The Aristocats. Today LaughingPlace.com is thrilled to present an interview with the Sherman Brothers.

Review: Walt's Time: From Before to Beyond Doobie Moseley (5/4/2000)
Walt's Time: From Before to Beyond chronocles the life and career of the Sherman Brothers starting with their songwriting father Al Sherman through the Walt Disney years and up to their contributions to the New Tomorrowland. This review of the book tells you just how good it is.

Editor's Report Doobie Moseley (1/17/2000)
Goodbye to a legend

Memories of Marc Davis Doobie Moseley (1/14/2000)
On January 12, 2000 former Disney animator and Imagineer Marc Davis passed away at the age of 86. This article shares many pictures and memories of the Disney Legend.

Report: The Sherman Brothers Visit Disneyland Cast Members Ken Pellman (12/29/1999)
Ken Pellman presents a short report on a recent visit by the Sherman Brothers to Disneyland for a book signing a little reminiscing. The Sherman Brothers are the songwriters for such Disney classics and It's A Small World and the Mary Poppins songs.

Special Edition of Letters to the Editor - Van France Memories Our Readers (10/23/1999)
In this special edition of Letters to the Editor, we share some of the letters we've received remembering Disney Legend Van France.

Forever Magical Rebekah Moseley (10/20/1999)
This month Rebekah shares thoughts and memories about her favorite part of Disneyland, ragtime piano player Rod Miller.

Life Lessons From The Great Professor Rick West (10/15/1999)
In this feature, columnist Rick West, who knew Van France personally for many years, shares a few very special memories of this Disney Legend who passed away this week.

Special Report: The Life of Van Arsdale France Doobie Moseley (10/14/1999)
On October 14th, the family of Van Arsdale France released the news that he had passed away. This short Special Report will give you some insight into the career of Disney Legend Van France.

Interview With a Legend: Bob Gurr Doobie Moseley (9/10/1999)
Bob Gurr, the designer of the Autopia cars and many other Disneyland attraction vehicles, shares his memories of opening day, the first Autopia cars and Walt in this interview.

The West Side of the Kingdom Rick West (8/11/1999)
This month Rick West talks a little bit about Disney Legend Marc Davis.

Interview With a Legend: X. Atencio John Frost (8/9/1999)
Disney Legend X. Atencio is best known for writing the script and lyrics for Pirates of the Caribbean and the Haunted Mansion. Here we bring you an interview where he discusses those projects and much more.

Dick Nunis Window on Main Street Staff (7/1/1999)
Coverage of the dedication ceremony for Dick Nunis' window on Main Street.

Charles Boyer Window on Main Street Staff (7/1/1999)
Coverage of the dedication ceremony for Charles Boyer window on Main Street.

 

Laughing Place Podcast
On this week's show the LPP crew discuss their rides on Toy Story Mania, Disney's financial results, an outing to Arabian Nights and the Disney Channel Games Concert plus the Captain's Challenge and a 50 word or less review of Iron Man.


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