He died on December 15, 1966, from lung cancer in Burbank, California. He left behind a vast legacy, including numerous animated shorts and feature films produced during his lifetime; the company, parks, and animation studio that bear his name; and the California Institute of the Arts (CalArts).
Walt was an American business magnate, cartoonist, and filmmaker. As a prominent figure within the American animation industry and throughout the world, he is regarded as a cultural icon,known for his influence and contributions to entertainment during the 20th century. As a Hollywood business mogul, he and his brother Roy O. Disney co-founded The Walt Disney Company.
I was eight years old when Walt Disney passed away. I think I remember hearing about it, but, that was a very long time ago. 48 years is a long time. So many things have happened in the Disney company in those years. Some things Walt would not be too proud of, but other things I really believe he would have been very excited about, and given his stamp of approval. Some of those things have happened recently. Just as a small example, the Fantasyland expansion at Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World.
Forever missed, always loved. Thank you Walt.
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