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Mickey Mouse, a cartoon character recognized around the world, was first developed by Walt Disney and drawn by his friend and animator Ub Iwerks. Mickey debuted Nov. 18, 1928, in "Steamboat Willie," a black-and-white short. He grew in popularity and gained enough stature to be considered the icon of entertainment giant Walt Disney Co.
In 1929, the character spoke for the first time ("Hot dogs! Hot dogs!") in "The Karnival Kid." He was voiced by Walt Disney, who continued to speak as Mickey in a squeaky falsetto for years. Mickey appeared in more than 40 movies, including in a segment of 1940's "Fantasia," which was called "The Sorcerer's Apprentice."
In the 1950s, "The Mic...
In 1929, the character spoke for the first time ("Hot dogs! Hot dogs!") in "The Karnival Kid." He was voiced by Walt Disney, who continued to speak as Mickey in a squeaky falsetto for years. Mickey appeared in more than 40 movies, including in a segment of 1940's "Fantasia," which was called "The Sorcerer's Apprentice."
In the 1950s, "The Mic...
Mickey Mouse, a cartoon character recognized around the world, was first developed by Walt Disney and drawn by his friend and animator Ub Iwerks. Mickey debuted Nov. 18, 1928, in "Steamboat Willie," a black-and-white short. He grew in popularity and gained enough stature to be considered the icon of entertainment giant Walt Disney Co.
In 1929, the character spoke for the first time ("Hot dogs! Hot dogs!") in "The Karnival Kid." He was voiced by Walt Disney, who continued to speak as Mickey in a squeaky falsetto for years. Mickey appeared in more than 40 movies, including in a segment of 1940's "Fantasia," which was called "The Sorcerer's Apprentice."
In the 1950s, "The Mickey Mouse Club," a TV variety show for kids, was launched. Regulars in the cast were referred to "Mouseketeers" and wore caps with rounded mouse "ears" attached. Viewers were able to purchase this headwear, which by the 21st century, expanded into dozens of colors, styles and themes.
Eventually, the mouse moved into theme parks, beginning with Disneyland in Anaheim, Calif., before expanding to Walt Disney World in Florida and parks near Paris, Tokyo and Hong Kong. In 1978, Mickey Mouse became the first cartoon character to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
Variations of the simple three-circle Mickey silhouette logo one circle for the head and two more for the ears serves as a visual icon for the company and its properties. "Hidden Mickeys" have sprouted throughout the culture, from movies, to ride design to architectural touches in resorts. Mickey merchandising runs the gamut from T-shirts and other apparel to toasters, dolls, trading pins, video games, artwork, shower curtains, Pez dispenser and much more. "I only hope that we don't lose sight of one thing that it was all started by a mouse." -- Walt Disney
In 1929, the character spoke for the first time ("Hot dogs! Hot dogs!") in "The Karnival Kid." He was voiced by Walt Disney, who continued to speak as Mickey in a squeaky falsetto for years. Mickey appeared in more than 40 movies, including in a segment of 1940's "Fantasia," which was called "The Sorcerer's Apprentice."
In the 1950s, "The Mickey Mouse Club," a TV variety show for kids, was launched. Regulars in the cast were referred to "Mouseketeers" and wore caps with rounded mouse "ears" attached. Viewers were able to purchase this headwear, which by the 21st century, expanded into dozens of colors, styles and themes.
Eventually, the mouse moved into theme parks, beginning with Disneyland in Anaheim, Calif., before expanding to Walt Disney World in Florida and parks near Paris, Tokyo and Hong Kong. In 1978, Mickey Mouse became the first cartoon character to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
Variations of the simple three-circle Mickey silhouette logo one circle for the head and two more for the ears serves as a visual icon for the company and its properties. "Hidden Mickeys" have sprouted throughout the culture, from movies, to ride design to architectural touches in resorts. Mickey merchandising runs the gamut from T-shirts and other apparel to toasters, dolls, trading pins, video games, artwork, shower curtains, Pez dispenser and much more. "I only hope that we don't lose sight of one thing that it was all started by a mouse." -- Walt Disney
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Michael Phelps celebrates Olympic gold at Disney World
The Associated PressSwimmer Michael Phelps will celebrate his Olympic gold medals with a parade at Walt Disney World. The swimmer, who took home a record-breaking eight gold medals from the Beijing Games, will ride through the Magic Kingdom with Mickey Mouse on this morning...Tags: Beijing Games, Walt Disney World Resort, Festive Event, Awards and Prizes, Michael Phelps
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Florida legislator, historian relishes unexpected march
Sentinel ColumnistToday we chat with a pink protester, offer quickie-reviews of last night's big speeches and explain why Florida delegates were blinking. But first, let's look at Barack Obama's candidacy through the eyes of someone who has worked for such a thing for most...Tags: Joe Biden, National or Ethnic Minorities, Jesse Jackson, History, Bill Clinton
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Disney's rights to young Mickey Mouse may be wrong
Los Angeles Times Staff WriterHe is the world's most famous personality, better known in this country than anyone living or dead, real or fictional. Market researchers say his 97% recognition rate in the U.S. edges out even Santa Claus. He is the one -- and, for now, only -- Mickey...Tags: Georgetown, National Government, Government, George Washington University, Bill Murray
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Mickey's many roles
Los Angeles Times Staff WriterEighty years ago, Mickey Mouse saved Walt and Roy Disney's young company after they lost control of a popular earlier character, Oswald the Lucky Rabbit. Mickey -- who initially bore some resemblance to the rabbit -- was kept secret from all but a trusted...Tags: Walt Disney, Court Administration, Mass Media, Patents, Copyrights and Trademarks
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Michigan tailback runs into trouble with law
Michigan RB Kevin Grady tested for a blood-alcohol level of 0.281, more than three times the state's limit, when he was arrested last month, police records obtained by The Grand Rapids Press show. Grady pleaded guilty to driving while intoxicated July 30...Tags: National Collegiate Athletic Association, Teaching and Learning, Road Accidents, Ralph Friedgen, Boston Bruins
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Lake Worth teen's collection reflects Jewish values
South Florida Sun-SentinelIt's not unusual for the average male teenager to collect things as a hobby. Some stockpile baseball cards or football memorabilia. For others, it may be a Batman collection. For 13-year-old Matthew Epstein of Lake Worth, it's yarmulkes. A yarmulke,...Tags: Teen-agers, Miami Heat, Batman, Hobbies, Human Rights
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Disney's Manhattan Store On Fifth Avenue To Close
The Walt Disney Co. plans to close its World of Disney store on Manhattan's Fifth Avenue when the lease expires in 2010 and replace it with a smaller store elsewhere in the borough. Spokesman Gary Foster says the company behind such lovable characters as...Tags: Walt Disney Co., Donald Duck, Winnie the Pooh
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Disney Store on 5th Avenue is closing
The Associated PressThe Walt Disney Co. plans to close its World of Disney store on Manhattan's Fifth Avenue when the lease expires in 2010 and replace it with a smaller store elsewhere in the borough. Spokesman Gary Foster says the company behind such lovable characters as...Tags: Walt Disney Co., Donald Duck, Winnie the Pooh, Times Square
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UCF radio analyst Gary Parris throws helmet into political ring
Sentinel ColumnistBack in the day, say 1973 when tight end Gary Parris was drafted in the 15th round of the NFL draft, he was not known as "Old 84," a nickname his friends call him now. (And yes, kids, the NFL draft once had a 15th round.) So, times have changed....Tags: Brett Favre, Roger Moore, National Government, Government, Elections
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Bonusgate scandal keeps focus on ballot access
Of The Associated PressWere it not for the statehouse scandal over the illegal use of public funds for political purposes, this election year in Pennsylvania might be free from friction over ballot access. In announcing the first arrests from an ongoing corruption probe, state...Tags: Government, National Government, Elections, Lawyers, Ralph Nader
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Walt Disney World for adults
Chicago TribuneWalt Disney World is, after all, a small world. Which means strollers. Baby strollers, toddler strollers, singles, doubles, triples. Some with balloons. (Here's a game: See how many crying urchins you can photograph in an hour. anything less than 20 and...Tags: Walt Disney World Resort, Company Information, Recreational and Sporting Goods Industry, Natural Science, Indiana Jones
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Glazer spends day in airport, gets Favre scoop
Fox's Jay Glazer has compiled a string of NFL-related scoops, but he had to go beyond the usual call of duty to win the Brett Favre-to-the- Jets sweepstakes late Wednesday night. He spent nearly 24 hours in the Orlando airport waiting for the news to...Tags: Brett Favre, Tom Hanks, New York Jets, National Football League, ESPN
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