mickey's 90th spectacular

 “Mickey embodies qualities that are incredibly important to all human beings in our world—the value of friendship; the importance of having a good time; the importance of feeling optimistic, even in tough times; companionship; touching hearts and comforting people,” said Iger, adding, “He’s about as perfect as it gets and, of course, then there’s how he looks. You don’t have to glance at him for more than a second to smile. There’s just something about the way he looks that puts a smile on everybody’s face.” - Bob Iger

Mickey Mouse first appeared on screen 90 years ago this month in Steamboat Willie, which premiered at New York’s Colony Theater, on November 18, 1928. That’s right, Mickey’s 90th birthday is coming up! In the ensuing nine decades, Mickey has only grown more beloved through his appearances in more than 100 big-screen cartoons. He’s starred in animated TV series such as the Mickey Mouse cartoon series on Disney Channel and Mickey and the Roadster Racers on Disney Junior. Through the many unforgettable interactions, he’s shared with people all over the world, whether he’s bringing joy to guests in Disney parks or providing comforting hugs to young patients in children’s hospitals across the globe. The Walt Disney Company now celebrates the pop-culture icon with a star-studded special
The two-hour television event paying tribute to the True Original will feature appearances by Skylar Astin (Pitch Perfect franchise, Crazy Ex-Girlfriend), GRAMMY®-nominated singer-songwriter Kelsea Ballerini, actor Miles Brown (ABC's black-ish, Dancing with the Stars: Juniors), Anna Camp (Pitch Perfect franchise, the upcoming feature film The Wedding Year), Josh Gad (Disney's Frozen), Wendi McLendon-Covey (ABC's The Goldbergs, Goosebumps 2: Haunted Halloween, Bridesmaids) and Sage Steele (host of ESPN's SportsCenter), as well as special musical performances by Luis Fonsi and Tori Kelly. Bob Burgess and Sharon Baird from the original Mickey Mouse Club will make a special appearance during the evening's festivities, honoring 90 years of the internationally beloved character.
Previously announced stars include actress, activist and mom Kristen Bell (Disney's Frozen), actress and Hollywood Records/Republic Records recording artist Sofia Carson (Disney's Descendants, Freeform's upcoming Pretty Little Liars: The Perfectionist), two-time Emmy Award-winning actor Tony Hale (Veep, Arrested Development), and actress Sarah Hyland (ABC's Modern Family), as well as special musical performances by Josh Groban, NCT 127, Leslie Odom Jr., Meghan Trainor and Zac Brown Band. Walt Disney Company Chairman and CEO Robert A. Iger will make a special appearance during the evening's festivities. Along with the star of Full House and it's sequel Fuller house John Stamos.