Disney was founded in 1923 by Walt Disney and his brother, Roy O. Disney.
Disney's first cartoon character is Mickey Mouse, which first appeared in 1928.
The first Disneyland opened in 1955 in Anaheim, California.
Walt Disney World, a larger and more famous amusement park complex, opened in Florida in 1971.
Disney has more than 200 franchises worldwide, including Marvel, Star Wars, and Pixar.
Disney produces the first animated film to win the Academy Award for the best film category, namely Beauty and the Beast in 1991.
Disney also produces live-action films, including the film Pirates of the Caribbean which is very successful.
Currently, Disney has famous television channels such as Disney Channel, ESPN, and ABC.
Disney also operates several luxury resorts and hotels, including Disneyland Hotel and Disneys Grand Floridian Resort & Spa.
Walt Disney itself is a creator and innovator who is obsessed with technology. He is one of the first to use colors in animated films and develop stereo sound technology for his films.