FameCrawler : The Disney Blog

Brooke Shields and Family Have Goofy Time at The Magic Kingdom

Whit Honea — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 15:43:00 GMT

This is how Brooke Shields and her family, husband Chris Henchy and daughters Grier (2) and Rowan (5), spent their Sunday (the guy in the middle is a family friend). I spent mine drafting fantasy football teams and wandering around Trader Joe's. Then I sat in my house and did nothing, like this. The Magic Kingdom sounds about 100 times better. Maybe 1000x.

If you are planning to visit Walt Disney World please get the latest on Fay here.

Photo (Todd Anderson)

Tina Bell (Tinker Fey?)

Whit Honea — Fri, 25 Jan 2008 17:41:00 GMT

Ready for your close-up, Miss Bell.

People (me) were complaining that they couldn't see Tina Fey, so here's a better shot! Her expression is awesome.

The original photo by Annie Leibovitz can be found here. Enjoy.

Update: Behind the scenes!

Source: The Disney Blog

A Whole New World for Lopez and Anthony

Whit Honea — Fri, 25 Jan 2008 16:28:00 GMT

Annie Leibovitz has just released the third collection of photos in her series with Disney in which modern celebrities represent classic characters.

The above photo shows Jennifer Lopez, posed as Jasmine, and Marc Anthony as Aladdin from Disney's "Aladdin," in a piece called "Where a Whole New World Awaits."

Guess who has this carpet by the tail:

Oh, Whoopi! Looks like her magic expands beyond The View.

See previous photos and read more about Annie Leibovitz here and here.

Source: The Disney Blog

Annie Leibovitz Makes More Disney Magic

Whit Honea — Fri, 25 Jan 2008 16:20:00 GMT

Annie Leibovitz has just released the third collection of photos in her series with Disney in which modern celebrities represent classic characters.

The above photo, "Where You Never Have to Grow Up," is obviously Peter Pan and stars Gisele Bundchen as Wendy, Tina Fey as Tinker Bell, and Mikhail Baryshnikov as the boy that can fly.

Below is Jessica Biel as Pocahontas in a photo illustration titled "Where Dreams Run Free."

See previous photos and read more about Annie Leibovitz here and here.

Source: The Disney Blog

Johnny Depp Does the Right Thing

Whit Honea — Sat, 19 Jan 2008 01:35:00 GMT

The Disney Blog has a great piece on Johnny Depp and his generosity:

When Johnny Depp's daughter took ill during the production of Sweeney Todd, the Great Ormand Street Hospital provided treatment and probably saved her life. Depp already had some dealings with GOSH in regards to one of his previous roles as Peter Pan author J.M. Barrie in Finding Neverland, but I'm sure he's grateful to a whole new level.

Now Depp has donated 1 million pounds to the hospital (which also received an infusion of money from Disney as part of their fundraising campaign) and he spent four hours in the costume and character of Captain Jack Sparrow visiting with the young patients.

One million pounds is like a gazillion dollars American, give or take.

There's an interesting symmetry to this story, don't you think?

Source: The Disney Blog

Photo: Yahoo!

Is Nicolas Cage Going to Disneyland?

Whit Honea — Tue, 18 Dec 2007 20:08:00 GMT

Nicolas Cage must be wondering WWJD (What Would Johnny Do?), because he is really excited about trying to get Disney to create a ride in one of their parks based on his successful National Treasure movies.

Cage is a huge Disney fan and while he doesn't come right out and say it I'm sure the idea of being immortalized in a ride, ala Harrison Ford or Johnny Depp, has got to be a total rush for him, and I can't say that I blame him. How cool would that be?

Apparently Nick is leaning towards a roller coaster, which is always a nice addition to any park (especially Disney's California Adventure).

Do it, Disney! Do it for the Cager!

Photo: I Watch Stuff

Spying on the Neighbors: 12-11-07

Whit Honea — Tue, 11 Dec 2007 21:05:00 GMT

What are those guys up to? This:

Kelly Ripa's night at the museum. (Celebrity Baby Blog)

Tim Burton does Disney. (The Disney Blog)

Michael Vick is going to jail. (Star Offenders)

Tom Hanks and Julia Roberts go to war. (Just Jared)

Russell Simmons landed on his feet. (Gabsmash)

Jenny McCarthy supports LA Kids Magazine. (Celebrity Moms)

Annie Leibovitz and Her Disney Magic

Whit Honea — Fri, 02 Nov 2007 19:07:00 GMT

Annie Leibovitz has done it all in her career. The lady is to photography what Warhol was to painting but without all the soup cans. In a nutshell, she's good.

Disney commissioned her to do a series of photos using some of the biggest stars from sports and entertainment to portray classic Disney icons. It's pretty freakin' cool.

Says Leibovitz, "It's thrilling to have an opportunity to re-create the characters we all loved as children. The stories are real to my own children now, and their belief inspires me."

Preaching to the choir, Annie.

In regard to the photos, here is a portion of the press release:

Actress Rachel Weisz is Snow White, tennis star Roger Federer is King Arthur from "The Sword in the Stone" and actress Julie Andrews is the Blue Fairy from "Pinocchio" with actress Abigail Breslin as Fira from "Disney Fairies" in a new wave of celebrity images celebrating "The Year of a Million Dreams" at Disney Parks.

They join Scarlett Johansson as Cinderella, Beyoncé as "Alice in Wonderland" twirling in a teacup and David Beckham atop a steed as Prince Phillip from "Sleeping Beauty" in a 14-page insert appearing later this year in several Condé Nast publications. Johansson, Beyoncé and Beckham also starred in the first flight of Leibovitz images last January.

The Beyonce photo also included Lyle Lovett and Oliver Platt. The previous three photos can be seen here.

Photos: Annie Leibovitz/Disney

Cindy Crawford's Kids Are Cutter Than Zac: High School Musical 2

Whit Honea — Wed, 15 Aug 2007 22:57:00 GMT

These are Cindy Crawford's kids, Kaya and Presley. I think the one on her right is the boy, but they're both so pretty I'm not sure. Zac Efron better watch out.

That's what I love about High School Musical 2, it's about bringing the beautiful people together.

No, I wasn't there.

Photo: dlisted

Lori Loughlin is a Wildcat: High School Musical 2

Whit Honea — Wed, 15 Aug 2007 19:14:00 GMT

Lori Loughlin and daughters, Isabella, Oliva and Minnie, were spotted gracing the blue rug yesterday for the hugely successful High School Musical 2 premiere. Something tells me that Zac Efron didn't stand a chance when this posse showed up.

Photo: Celebrity Moms

Vanessa Williams Keeps Her Head in the Game: High School Musical 2

Whit Honea — Wed, 15 Aug 2007 17:06:00 GMT

High School Musical 2 got a bigger than Hollywood premiere at Disneyland yesterday. You know what that means, stars with kids!

Vanessa Williams took to the blue carpet with her children Devin and Sasha.

Isn't it nice looking at something wholesome after those Britney posts? I think so.

Happy 4th of July!

Whit Honea — Wed, 04 Jul 2007 22:52:00 GMT

Today is the 4th of July, but you knew that. I searched for hours trying to find something relevant to post about the holiday that would incorporate our passion for celebrity and family. The closest thing I could find was a letter from Paris Hilton. I didn't read it.

What I did find were testaments to the United States, stories of patriotism and tributes to our soldiers, both serving and fallen. I thought I would give you something else. This link will take you to a Ceremony of Naturalization that was held today at Walt Disney World. It has a celebrity in it, it is a place that families love, and it is very humbling and patriotic. It's also pretty damn long. Enjoy it, your holiday, and please be safe.

Photo: Susan Strom

The New Adventures of Hot Christine Taylor

Whit Honea — Sun, 24 Jun 2007 19:17:00 GMT

Christine Taylor and daughter Ella Stiller (daddy is Ben Stiller), were among the, you guessed it, rich people getting free stuff at the Ratatouille Premiere.

I don't know how many times a day she gets this, but I can't look at Christine without thinking, Marcia, Marcia, Marcia. That's got to get old.

Denise Richards Seems to Get Lots of Fun Free Crap

Whit Honea — Sun, 24 Jun 2007 14:12:00 GMT

Denise Richards and daughter Sam got to check out the premiere for Ratatouille this weekend at the Kodak Theater in Hollywood.

What's up with Richards being everywhere there's a camera and free Disney hand-outs? Denise, call me.

Hey, Check It Out: Babble Summer Movie Review

Whit Honea — Tue, 19 Jun 2007 16:03:00 GMT

Too many movies, not enough babysitters? Let Babble shine some light. Read reviews here.

There doesn't appear to be a review for Ratatouille yet, so allow me. See it.