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Walt Disney
Walt Disney was born on December 5, 1901 in Chicago, Illinois. He founded the Laugh-O-Gram Studio at age 24 and created Oswald the Lucky Rabbit at 26.
Walt Disney was born in 1901 and lived to age 65. Anyone born before 1901 is older than Walt. Anyone over 65 is older than Walt ever was.
Born
December 5, 1901
Chicago, Illinois
World pop: ~1.6B
Died
December 15, 1966
World pop: ~3.4B
Walt's age at death
65
Your age
20
Are you older than Walt Disney?
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Walt's Life Timeline
Walt Disney was born on December 5, 1901, in Chicago, Illinois. He grew up in a family that valued creativity and storytelling, which influenced his future career in entertainment. After moving to Kansas City, he developed a passion for drawing and animation, leading him to pursue a career in the burgeoning field of animated films.
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Disney's career took off in the 1920s when he co-founded the Disney Brothers Studio with his brother Roy. In 1928, he created Mickey Mouse, which became a cultural icon and revolutionized animation. He went on to produce the first full-length animated feature, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, in 1937, which was a critical and commercial success. Over the years, he continued to innovate in the entertainment industry, creating Disneyland in 1955, which set the standard for theme parks worldwide.
Walt Disney passed away on December 15, 1966, at the age of 65, leaving behind a legacy that transformed the entertainment landscape. He won 22 Academy Awards during his lifetime, more than any other individual in history, and his creations continue to resonate with audiences today. Disney's vision and creativity have made him a lasting figure in popular culture, inspiring generations of artists and entertainers.
Founded the Laugh-O-Gram Studio
Walt Disney was 24 years old when he founded the Laugh-O-Gram Studio in Kansas City. This venture marked his first significant step into the animation industry, although it ultimately faced financial difficulties and closed within a year.
Walt Disney was 24 years old when he founded the Laugh-O-Gram Studio in 1925. Are you older than Walt was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Created Oswald the Lucky Rabbit
Walt Disney was 26 years old when he created Oswald the Lucky Rabbit, his first major animated character for Universal Pictures. The character was a commercial success but Disney lost the rights, motivating him to create Mickey Mouse.
Walt Disney was 26 years old when he created Oswald the Lucky Rabbit in 1927. Are you older than Walt was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Created Mickey Mouse
Walt Disney was 27 years old when he created Mickey Mouse, who made his debut in the animated short film 'Steamboat Willie.' This character quickly became a symbol of the Disney brand and a beloved figure in popular culture.
Walt Disney was 27 years old when he created Mickey Mouse in 1928. Are you older than Walt was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Released Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs
Walt Disney was 36 years old when he released 'Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs,' the first-ever full-length animated feature film. This groundbreaking film was a massive success and established animation as a legitimate art form.
Walt Disney was 36 years old when he released Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs in 1937. Are you older than Walt was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Won his first Academy Award
Walt Disney was 39 years old when he won his first Academy Award for the short film 'Flowers and Trees.' This recognition marked the beginning of his illustrious career in film and animation.
Walt Disney was 39 years old when he won his first Academy Award in 1940. Are you older than Walt was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Released Fantasia
Walt Disney was 39 years old when he released 'Fantasia,' an ambitious animated film combining classical music with animation. Though initially a box office disappointment, it later became recognized as a masterpiece of animation.
Walt Disney was 39 years old when he released Fantasia in 1940. Are you older than Walt was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Released Bambi
Walt Disney was 41 years old when he released 'Bambi,' an animated film that became one of the most beloved classics in cinema history, known for its stunning artistry and emotional storytelling.
Walt Disney was 41 years old when he released Bambi in 1942. Are you older than Walt was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Released Cinderella
Walt Disney was 49 years old when he released 'Cinderella,' a film that revitalized the Disney studio after a series of wartime anthology films and became one of the defining fairy tale adaptations in cinema.
Walt Disney was 49 years old when he released Cinderella in 1950. Are you older than Walt was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Opened Disneyland
Walt Disney was 54 years old when he opened Disneyland in Anaheim, California. This theme park was the first of its kind and set the standard for future amusement parks, creating a new form of family entertainment.
Walt Disney was 54 years old when he opened Disneyland in 1955. Are you older than Walt was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Released Mary Poppins
Walt Disney was 63 years old when he released 'Mary Poppins,' a groundbreaking live-action/animated musical that won five Academy Awards and became one of the most celebrated films in Disney history.
Walt Disney was 63 years old when he released Mary Poppins in 1964. Are you older than Walt was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Passed away
Walt Disney was 65 years old when he passed away on December 15, 1966. His death marked the end of an era, but his legacy continues to thrive through the Disney brand and its global impact on entertainment.
Walt Disney was 65 years old when he passed away in 1966. Are you older than Walt was? Enter your birth year to compare.
Age by Year
| Year | Age | Notable Event |
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| 1901 | 0 | |
| 1902 | 1 | |
| 1903 | 2 | |
| 1904 | 3 | |
| 1905 | 4 | |
| 1906 | 5 | |
| 1907 | 6 | |
| 1908 | 7 | |
| 1909 | 8 | |
| 1910 | 9 | |
| 1911 | 10 | |
| 1912 | 11 | |
| 1913 | 12 | |
| 1914 | 13 | |
| 1915 | 14 | |
| 1916 | 15 | |
| 1917 | 16 | |
| 1918 | 17 | |
| 1919 | 18 | |
| 1920 | 19 | |
| 1921 | 20 | |
| 1922 | 21 | |
| 1923 | 22 | |
| 1924 | 23 | |
| 1925 | 24 | founded the Laugh-O-Gram Studio |
| 1926 | 25 | |
| 1927 | 26 | created Oswald the Lucky Rabbit |
| 1928 | 27 | created Mickey Mouse |
| 1929 | 28 | |
| 1930 | 29 | |
| 1931 | 30 | |
| 1932 | 31 | |
| 1933 | 32 | |
| 1934 | 33 | |
| 1935 | 34 | |
| 1936 | 35 | |
| 1937 | 36 | released Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs |
| 1938 | 37 | |
| 1939 | 38 | |
| 1940 | 39 | won his first Academy Award |
| 1941 | 40 | |
| 1942 | 41 | released Bambi |
| 1943 | 42 | |
| 1944 | 43 | |
| 1945 | 44 | |
| 1946 | 45 | |
| 1947 | 46 | |
| 1948 | 47 | |
| 1949 | 48 | |
| 1950 | 49 | released Cinderella |
| 1951 | 50 | |
| 1952 | 51 | |
| 1953 | 52 | |
| 1954 | 53 | |
| 1955 | 54 | opened Disneyland |
| 1956 | 55 | |
| 1957 | 56 | |
| 1958 | 57 | |
| 1959 | 58 | |
| 1960 | 59 | |
| 1961 | 60 | |
| 1962 | 61 | |
| 1963 | 62 | |
| 1964 | 63 | released Mary Poppins |
| 1965 | 64 | |
| 1966 | 65 | passed away |
