45+ Disney Cartoon Details That Make Us Take A Second Look

Published on 01/17/2022
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WALL-E Was Named After Walt Disney

Walt Disney, the man who created it all, is only mentioned in a few Disney films. WALL-E is also a good option. This cute tiny robot is the protagonist of the film of the same name.

WALL-E Was Named After Walt Disney

WALL-E Was Named After Walt Disney

It’s simple to see where the term “WALL-E” came from, because Walt Disney’s full name was Walter Elias Disney. It’s a lovely little nod, but most people are likely to have missed it the first time they viewed the movie.

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Maui Is Based on The Rock’s Grandfather

Dwayne Johnson’s contribution on Moana looks to have been more brilliant than originally realized. The blockbuster actor was able to persuade the producers that his character Maui should be based on his late grandfather.

Maui Is Based On The Rock’s Grandfather

Maui Is Based On The Rock’s Grandfather

Peter Maivia was a renowned Samoan wrestler. Dwayne Johnson’s grandfather, Maivia Johnson, and Dwayne’s father, Rocky Johnson, helped The Rock in becoming a WWE celebrity, which opened the path for his acting career.

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