Tom Hartley

Tom Hartley covers Disney and Universal theme park news for Theme Park Shark, with a focus on official announcements, new attractions, merchandise releases, and park events. Every story is checked against official sources before publishing.
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From left: James Gorman, Josh D'Amaro, Dana Walden, and Bob Iger at Disney CEO succession announcement. Courtesy of The Walt Disney Company.
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Disney CCO Kristina Schake Departing in March 2026

Kristina Schake is leaving The Walt Disney Company after March 18, 2026,…

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Families enjoy a water play area at Universal Kids Resort in Frisco, Texas
UNIVERSAL KIDS RESORT TX

Universal Kids Resort: Episode 2 of Lands Mini-Series

Universal Kids Resort released Episode 2 of its Lands mini-series, giving families…

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Imagineer That with Tom Morrow 2.0 - Photo courtesy of Disney Parks Blog
DOWNTOWN DISNEY

Kilimanjaro Safaris: How Disney Keeps Lions Away from Rhinos

Disney's Imagineering team reveals how natural barriers and enrichment areas keep lions…

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BAGGU Disney collaboration tease - Photo courtesy of BAGGU Instagram
DISNEY

BAGGU Teases Disney Merchandise Collaboration on Instagram

BAGGU teased an upcoming Disney collaboration on Instagram with a Mickey Mouse…

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DCA Food and Wine Festival 2026 Foodie Guide - Photo courtesy of Disney Parks Blog
DISNEYLAND PARIS

2026 DCA Food and Wine Festival: Complete Foodie Guide

The 2026 Disney California Adventure Food and Wine Festival runs March 6…

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Disney x Tommy Bahama Spring 2026 Collection - Photo courtesy of Tommy Bahama
DISNEY

Disney Spring Essentials 2026: Apparel, Accessories and Toys

Disney Spring Essentials 2026 features new apparel, accessories, toys, and books from…

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Hogwarts Castle at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter during Butterbeer Season 2026
UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT

Butterbeer Season 2026 Returns to Universal Parks March 1

Butterbeer Season 2026 returns to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at…

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2026 DCA Food and Wine Festival: Menu Preview

Disney released an official video preview of the 2026 Disney California Adventure…

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Toy Story 5 event at Tokyo Disney Resort summer 2026
DISNEY

Tokyo Disney Resort Toy Story 5 Summer Event 2026

Tokyo Disney Resort's Funtime with Toy Story 5 event runs July 2…

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Robert Downey Jr. announced as godparent of the Disney Adventure cruise ship
DISNEY

Robert Downey Jr. Named Godparent of the Disney Adventure

Robert Downey Jr. has been named official godparent of the Disney Adventure,…

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