Category Archives: Television Animation

Farewell to Yzma

Posted on December 28, 2008 by John Frost

Eartha Kitt died Thursday at the age of 81. Kitt, known to many for her sultry songs and acting roles, made her mark with Disney fans as the evil usurper Yzma in the animated film The Emperor’s New Groove and … Continue reading →

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Knievel Cartoon Coming to Disney XD

Posted on December 19, 2008 by John Frost

An animated television series inspired by Robbie Knievel, son of the late Evel Knievel, is being developed by Disney. “Kid Knievel” will debut on Disney XD in fall of 2009. Disney XD is the former Toon Disney cable channel which … Continue reading →

Posted in Disney Channel, Television Animation | Tagged Animation, cable, disney, disney xd, knievel, stunts, toon disney, youth | 1 Comment

Condolences to the Keane Family

Posted on May 25, 2008 by Ken Pellman

Thelma Keane, who was in the inspiration for the mother in the “Family Circus” comics, has passed away. Her husband, Bil, created the comic and Thelma managed the business, in addition to providing inspiration and a whole bunch of children. … Continue reading →

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Disney to Make Animation for Japanese TV

Posted on March 6, 2008 by Ken Pellman

Chisaki Watanabe of the Associated Press writes that the Walt Disney Company will partner to produce animation for Japanese television. Disney will work with Toei Animation Co., Madhouse Co. and Jinni’s Animation Studios, said the official, speaking on condition of … Continue reading →