Timothy Olyphant Will Star in 2nd Season of “The Mandalorian”

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While the highly-anticipated next chapter of “The Mandalorian” draws closer and closer, more and more A-list names are being linked to the closely-guarded show. Now, according to The Hollywood Reporter, whispers throughout the galaxy have said that Timothy Olyphant has joined the saga, and will star in the second season of the show.

Olyphant will be joining Temuera Morrison, Rosario Dawson and Kaytee Sackhoff as newcomers to “The Mandalorian”, which will debut it’s second season on Disney+ this Fall. Known for playing tough characters on “Deadwood” and “Justified”, it has yet to be announced who (or perhaps, what) Olyphant will portray in the “Star Wars” universe.

Now that filming has wrapped on the second season of “The Mandalorian” and the third season is already in pre-production, hopefully more clues and sneak peeks will start to filter their way across the galaxy any time now.

ANticipated Movie Releases On Disney+ Delayed

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Release dates for Avengers: Infinity War, Ant-Man and the Wasp, and Solo: A Star Wars Story, among others, have been changed on Disney+.

According to CBR, Disney+ has assigned new premiere dates for Avengers: Infinity War, Ant-Man and the Wasp, and Solo: A Star Wars Story. 

Infinity War will now be made available on the streaming platform starting June 26, a day later than its original release date. Solo will be released on July 10, also a day later than originally announced.

Ant-Man and the Wasp will be released on August 14, two weeks later than its original release date.

Other movies whose Disney+ dates have been shuffled around include Incredibles 2, which will now be shown on July 31, and Maleficent, which will make its Disney+ debut on October 1.

New Americana Collection on shopDisney

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It’s that time of year again! Time to hang up the stars and stripes for the upcoming Fourth of July holiday––and shopDisney is here with a whole collection of new plush, apparel, accessories, and more.

Fantasyland Castle Americana Pin – $9.99

Mickey Mouse 11″ Plush – $22.99

Minnie Mouse 11″ Plush – $22.99

Minnie Mouse Sequined Stars and Stripes Mini Backpack by Loungefly – $90.00

Mickey Mouse Pullover Hoodie for Men – $59.99

Mickey Mouse Americana T-shirt for Men – $18.74-$20.24

Minnie Mouse Americana Collection Head Band – $29.99

Mickey Mouse Americana Figural Ornament – $22.99

WDW Cancelling Reservations Through June 13th

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As the COVID-19 situation continues to change, a re-opening date for most parks is still unknown with the exception of Shanghai Disneyland, which reopened on May 11, and Disney Springs, which began its phased reopening yesterday. As a result, many lingering resort reservations and vacation packages are slowly being cancelled on a week by week basis. Latest reports indicated cancellations up to June 8, but now Disney has issued an official email notification indicating that reservations through June 13 are also being cancelled.

Walt Disney World Resort guests with resort hotel bookings during the week of June 7 to June 13, 2020 are receiving notifications that their stays will be impacted by temporary closures, and they may modify or cancel their Disney Resort hotel reservations or Walt Disney Travel Company packages. Guests who didn’t book directly with Disney should contact their Travel Professional.

To provide guests additional flexibility, all Disney-imposed change and cancellation fees up to the date of check-in for reservations with arrivals through June 30 have been waived. For further assistance with cancelled reservations or to modify an existing reservation, Disney is directing guests to call in or use the chat feature on the Disney World website.

Walt Disney World recently announced that it would only begin accepting reservations for dining and resorts for travel dates starting July 1 and later. However, that is not necessarily indicative of a reopening date for the resort, as has been reiterated by parks officials. Cancellations may continue to occur on a week-by-week basis as the extended closure continues.

WDW Reportedly Reworking Hotel Spaces To House NBA Teams For Remaining 2020 Season

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Throughout the pandemic, sports have ceased to exist, and many leagues are trying to find ways to finish off the season. The NBA has been considering Walt Disney World as their designated location to finish out the 2019-2020 season.

Back in April, Cast Member-turned-Sports Commentator Keith Smith proposed the ESPN Wide World of Sports complex in Walt Disney World as an ideal “bubble-like” location. Logistical components of setting up the NBA at Walt Disney World’s ESPN Wide World of Sports complex would include the ability to create a contained “bubble” of playing venues and lodging within private Disney property, not to mention the already-existing positive relationship between the NBA and Disney. 

Walt Disney World has been reportedly re-working some of their hotel spaces to best accommodate the NBA to finish their season, according to sources by Keith Smith. (It’s unknown what exact resorts are involved in this re-working.)The ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex has also undergone some changes in anticipation of hosting the NBA, and possibly even the MLB.

However, this is not a completed deal, according to an NBA source. Smith has been posting facts about the Walt Disney World property this afternoon, such as the size and logistics that would go into this transition if it becomes a finalized decision.

Shams Charania of The Athletic and Stadium has also tweeted this afternoon regarding the future home for the NBA season. He too was another commentator on this matter back in April.

Disney Executive Chairman Bob Iger has been in talks with the NBA, giving advice on how the company has dealt with its theme parks, theaters, and ESPN since the COVID-19 outbreak. Although nothing is confirmed yet, the possibility of this becoming a reality is quickly drawing near.