Verna Felton provided the voice for some of Disney’s most loved characters, including the Fairy Godmother, Mrs. Jumbo, Flora, the Queen of Hearts, and more. Learn more about the life and legacy of Verna Felton.
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Howard Ashman is the genius behind some of Disney’s most beloved songs, including “Part of Your World” from The Little Mermaid, “Belle” from Beauty and the Beast, “Prince Ali” from Aladdin, and many more. Learn more about Ashman’s career inside and outside of Disney, as well as the legacy he left behind.
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Dame Angela Lansbury dedicated her life to film, television, and the Broadway stage. Her popularity grew during her time as Jessica Fletcher in Murder, She Wrote, Mame Dennis in Mame on Broadway, and as Mrs. Potts in Beauty and the Beast. Learn more about Angela’s incredible life and legacy.
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The Firehouse Five Plus Two was a successful jazz band made up of Disney animators, writers, and more. Learn more about how they came to be, their leader Ward Kimball, and their successes in the music industry.
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Pat Carroll, best known for her time voicing the wicked Disney villain Ursula, had an extremely fruitful life in entertainment. Beginning on the stage and transitioning to television during the golden age, Pat Carroll had the opportunity to star in many legendary series. Learn more about Pat’s career and her time with Disney.
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Leota Toombs Thomas is best known for lending her face to the iconic Madame Leota of Disneyland’s Haunted Mansion. She began her Disney career in the Ink and Paint Department, eventually transferring over to become one of the first women of WED enterprises. Learn more about the life of Leota Toombs.
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When the Golden Horseshoe officially opened with Disneyland in July 1955, Wally Boag made his mark in the Golden Horseshoe Revue and performed for over 30 years. Betty Taylor joined just a year after in 1956 as Slue-Foot-Sue. Learn more about the history of the Golden Horseshoe Saloon and Disney Legends Wally Boag and Betty Taylor.
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