Queen of the WDW Scene
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That is a WDWMAGIC article isn't it?
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Anyone else think the "Disney Legend" title gets thrown around to much?
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epcotisbest
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Queen of the WDW Scene
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See I thought OP was saying that Disney is saying it but apparently they should be upset with WDWMAGIC. And this is probably why I do not see the term since I do not read articles on here.
epcotisbest
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Yeah, I don't know but I am guessing that is the article OP was referencing. To me it is just a word a writer used.
Mouse Trap
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This has nothing to do with WDWMagic. “Disney Legend” is an award/designation given to individuals by The Walt Disney Company.
https://d23.com/disney-legends/
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Disney_Legends
Cmdr_Crimson
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If they are just giving them away.....I also vote for This Inanimate Carbon Rod.
epcotisbest
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OK, then if it is an official designation, I have no problem with the term being used to describe a person so designated.
I think you're overthinking it a bit. Today's "Disney Legend" is tomorrow's villain in somebody's book.
JIMINYCR
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The distinction of Legend should be reserved for someone who was exceptional, stood out from the ordinary, worked tirelessly and by their innovation during their tenure brought something extraordinary to Disney that no one else had. Giving the title away as they have done, just dilutes the honor of those who really made their mark. Its like theyve decided to give everyone a trophy who participates.
Gitson Shiggles
There was me, that is Mickey, and my three droogs
Just for fun, I want to wear an “I’m a Disney Legend” shirt around WDW.
Phonedave
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I agree. Putting aside the discussion of if a Disney Legend should have a moral / human requirement.
Depp pretty much defined the Jack Sparrow role, launching a franchise, and becoming a very recognizable Disney character.
Phonedave
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I agree. I believe the title of "Disney Legend" has become watered down now to the point of being almost meaningless. "Oh, you did a voice in a movie? LEGEND!" "You starred in a C-list Disney Channel show? LEGEND!" "You interviewed people on TV? LEGEND!" It's ridiculous. I like Ming-Na Wen. I just don't think she's done anything close to enough to be considered a "Disney Legend". It should be reserved for a select, highly-scrutinized few each year, not 8-12 people of questionable credentials. I still have absolutely zero clue why Oprah or Diane Sawyer or even George Lucas are considered "Disney Legends".
eliza61nyc
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I think it's pretty much a reflection of today's world. People on reality tv are stars, you make a commercial you get a star on the Hollywood walk of fame.
bsiev1977
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Let’s make it official!
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But seriously, when I think of legends, I think more of folks with multiple classic parts or other contributions over many years. As for actors, people like Fred McMurray, Angela Lansbury, **** Van ****, Kurt Russell, Haley Mills and so forth. There are many that are or will be legendary but maybe not specifically Disney legendary because their fame is mostly in other projects (like Emma Watson who did great in BatB, but I don’t think has been in any other Disney movies yet).
But, it doesn’t really bother me all that much and my opinion carries no weight with the people in power, so c’est la vie.
Funny that the name Dick Van gets censored
Mouse Trap
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Diane Sawyer has been with ABC in some capacity since 1989 and is one of the most recognizable names in broadcasting.
Without George Lucas Pixar may never have became what it is today. A more loose connection (aside from Indiana Jones and Star Wars becoming integral pieces of Disney parks), but fitting as well.
Mouse Trap
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You actually pay to have a star on the walk of fame. Usually sponsored by agencies, fan clubs, etc. There’s a review process, but it’s not “awarded”.
Much of our current special effect technology and sound technology owes much to Industrial Light and Magic (ILM) and Skywalker Sound, divisions/spinoffs of LucasFilm, which were created for the original Star Wars film and continue to this day and have been nominated and won many awards since - all due to George Lucas.
What Lucasfilm/ILM/Skywalker Sound did for 35+ years prior to being acquired by Disney DOES NOT MAKE SOMEONE WORTHY OF "DISNEY LEGEND" STATUS.
So what you're all rationalizing is basically turning "Disney Legend" status into a participation trophy. Gotcha. Have fun with such high standards.
So what you're all rationalizing is basically turning "Disney Legend" status into a participation trophy. Gotcha. Have fun with such high standards.
By your rationalization, no one in a company purchased by Disney should ever be a Disney legend, ie ABC, ESPN (1993...)