“Life is really hard, right? Life as an adult is really hard.” Those are the words of a professor of Disney culture, and they get at why so many adults hang on to Disney magic. But for every adult ...

A Monsters Inc. fan named Laura Sullivan has captured attention by legally changing her surname to match the film’s lead […] ...

Disney adults have long been a topic of debate. Some argue they go overboard, pointing to grown adults crying when they see a cartoon character in real life, and even claiming that adults now seem ...

All these labels bring vivid images to mind, but one group elicits particularly strong feelings from fans and observers alike: Disney adults. “Stereotypes are there for a reason, but what are the ...

There is a lot of controversy surrounding "Disney adults"-adults, with or without kids, who passionately love all things Disney. Disney adults are often the target of criticism, as many fail to ...

For some adults, their hobby is fantasy football. For others, it is Broadway shows, day-trading or maybe pickleball. But for another passionate group of Americans — with or without kids of their own — ...

For some adults, their hobby is fantasy football. For others, it is Broadway shows, day-trading or maybe pickleball. But for another passionate group of Americans — with or without kids of their own — ...

The constant criticism of Disney adults ignores why the company endures: It offers a shared vocabulary of care, friendship, nostalgia and perseverance. (Joe Penniston / Flickr) Every few weeks, the ...

Disney has become fairly creative with their bars lately, with the newest Pirates of the Caribbean-themed lounge at Magic Kingdom being a huge hit with guests and the adults-only lounge at EPCOT has ...

This is a phenomenon known as a “Disney Adult.” In a 2022 article for Business Insider, author Amanda Krause defines the terms as “grown-ups — often millennials without children — who are obsessed ...

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Disney adults are a subculture of fans who find community and connection through Disney. While some criticize Disney adults for enjoying activities associated with children, author AJ Wolfe argues ...