Grab a few tissues and get ready for the feels! Good Morning America (GMA) has been celebrating health care workers regularly throughout this pandemic. They most recently celebrated Ashley, a health care worker and founder of Pittsburgh’s first COVID-19 testing unit. We all know that the struggle of working around the clock must be surreal right now, and Ashley manages to keep it together… even with her sweet 7 year old daughter, Paige.
GMA found out Paige LOVES Olaf (of course, right?!)! So, they reached out to one of our all time favorite actors, Josh Gad (aka Olaf’s voice). Josh was sure to let Olaf share a special message for Paige. Check out the sweet video here:
Right along with Olaf, we too thank Ashley and Paige, and all other health care workers and their families, for their especially important service during these times. Warm hugs all around!
Yesterday, April 7th, was World Health Day! This is a day we celebrate nurses, doctors and healthcare teams for their dedicated work in keeping all of us healthy! During this time of COVID-19, we are especially thankful for their commitment to tackle this global pandemic. Disney is making this day extra special by honoring those on the front line. Check out the details and images below from DisneyParksBlog:
We are uniting across the globe with a message of thanks and appreciation to celebrate the brave healthcare providers who are helping so many.
The celebration kicked off at Shanghai Disney Resort, where the Enchanted Storybook Castle lit up with the words “thank you” in numerous languages for medical professionals all over the world.
On behalf of the cast members at Hong Kong Disneyland, Disney Ambassador Melody shared a special symbol of appreciation.
For a moment of inspiration, Tokyo Disney Resort shared wonderful images from both Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea, with a heartfelt thanks to healthcare workers.
At Disneyland Paris, a floral arrangement of “Merci” was displayed in front of the castle.
Cinderella Castle shined blue, as a beacon of hope and gratitude. Magic Kingdom cast members created their own moment of thanks on Main Street U.S.A.
At Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Dr. Mark Penning – Vice President of Disney’s Animals, Science and Environment team – shared a special “thank you” from his entire team of animal caregivers, scientists and environmental specialists.
At Disneyland Resort, Custodial cast members expressed their heartfelt gratitude at the “Storytellers” statue and at Paradise Gardens Park in Disney California Adventure.
Shining brightly on behalf of all of the Disney Stores around the world, a heartfelt message of thanks lit up the billboards above the Disney Store in Times Square in New York City.
At Castaway Cay, there was a special island appreciation shared from Disney Cruise Line, spelling the words “thank you” using flip flops.
As an expression of gratitude, our ohana at Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa shared a heartfelt “mahalo” message.
Over at Walt Disney Imagineering, a fitting “thank you” was shared for medical professionals all over the world.
We’re reminded of a quote: “Every step we take, brings a new hope, a new day…” It’s from the Happily Ever After fireworks show at Walt Disney World Resort, and we hope it serves as an inspiration to you, as does for us, during this uncertain time.
Join the conversation with #ThanksHealthHeroes on social media, and stay tuned for more#DisneyMagicMoments in the days and weeks to come.
