| Birth Day | December 5, 1901 |
| Birth Place | Chicago, IL |
| Age | 119 YEARS OLD |
| Died On | Dec 15, 1966 (age 65) |
| Birth Sign | Sagittarius |
Walt Disney, the renowned entrepreneur who revolutionized the entertainment industry, is expected to have a staggering net worth of $42.6 million by 2024. Known for his exceptional vision and creativity, Disney established his fame by co-founding the Walt Disney Company. His contributions to the animation industry with iconic characters like Mickey Mouse and the creation of Disneyland theme parks have cemented his legacy. Despite his passing in 1966, Disney's influence continues to thrive, making him an epitome of success in Illinois and beyond.
Animator, voice actor, Producer, and entertainer who founded The Walt Disney Company and created the iconic character Mickey Mouse. He produced such classic films as Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, Pinocchio and Cinderella.
He worked as an ambulance driver for the Red Cross in France.
Over the course of his storied career, he set a record for Oscar wins with 22 as well as Oscar nominations with 59. He also received 4 honorary Oscars.
He founded The Walt Disney Company with his brother Roy O. Disney. He married Lillian Bounds in 1925. He had two daughters: Diane and Sharon.
He lost the rights to one of his earliest characters Oswald the Lucky Rabbit when he left the distributor Universal Pictures in 1928. In 2006, The Walt Disney Company traded Sportscaster Al Michaels to NBC Universal as part of a package that included the renewal of ownership for Oswald.
