February 18: Let The Games Begin

On this day in 1960 the VIII Olympic Winter Games began in Squaw Valley, California.
Learn about Disney's participation by clicking HERE.

February 16: Born Today

On this day in 1903, ventriloquist Edgar Bergen was born in Chicago, Illinois.
What was his Disney connection?

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January 01: Another Year Over & A New One Just Begun

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December 25: Merry Christmas

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December 14: Birth of a Supreme Jokester

On this day in 1912, versatile comedian Morey Amsterdam was born in San Francisco, California. Best know to fans of the 1960s TV sitcom The Dick Van Dyke Show as Buddy Sorrell, Amsterdam's career was peppered with Disney moments.

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December 4: A Mouseketeer's Birthday

On this day in 1946, this Mouseketeer
(pictured left) was born in Cleveland,
Ohio. As a teen, she continued to work
in television, making appearances on
such shows as The Donna Reed Show,
Make Room for Daddy and The Man from
U.N.C.L.E. As an adult she was a
successful voice actress who lent her
talents to such animated programs as
Super Friends and  Josie
and the Pussycats. Who is this Mickey
Mouse Club veteran?

Click HERE to find out.