PLANETARY PLUTO: Astrophysicist Dr. Neil deGrasse Tyson tapes “NOVA scienceNOW” at Magic Kingdom with Pluto – PLANETARY PLUTO: Acclaimed astrophysicist Dr. Neil deGrasse Tyson, host of the PBS series "NOVA scienceNOW," taped a show segment Oct. 9, 2009 in the Magic Kingdom with Disney's Pluto. Tyson found himself in the center of the controversy surrounding the planetary status -- and ultimate demotion to "dwarf planet" -- of Pluto. He attributes the public outcry over the demotion to America's love of the beloved Disney dog.

Former Cincinnati Reds shortstop and 1995National League MVP Barry Larkin with his son, Shane, at Disney’s WideWorld of Sports Complex on Dec, 7, 2005 – The Larkins are on hand today for the 2005 Pop Warner Super Bowl takingplace at the Disney sports complex.

Actress Maggie Grace, who portrays socialite castaway ShannonRutherford on the hit ABC series “LOST” at Walt Disney World – June14, 2005 – Actress Maggie Grace, who portrays socialite castaway Shannon Rutherford on the hit ABC series "LOST," asked Goofy for a little help in finding her way around the Disney-MGM Studios.

“Star Wars” creator George Lucas meets Jedi Mickey Mouse at theDisney-MGM Studios – Feb. 24, 2005 – With his newest film, "Star Wars: Episode III Revenge of the Sith" set to debut in theaters in May 2005, "Star Wars" creator and director George Lucas took time late Thursday evening, Feb. 24, 2005, to meet "Jedi Mickey Mouse" at the Disney-MGM Studios.

Boston Red Sox pitcher Curt Schilling enjoys a Magic Kingdom parade celebrating the team’s long-awaited World Series victory – Oct. 28, 2004 – Curt Schilling, whose gallant pitching effort on an injured ankle helped propel the Boston Red Sox to baseball's World Series championship, is greeted by fans Thursday at Walt Disney World Resort.

Atlanta Braves catcher Johnny Estrada enjoys a ride in a new Sea Raycer boat – March 2, 2004 – Catcher Johnny Estrada (#23) of the Atlanta Braves enjoys free time after spring training practice while riding one of Walt Disney World's Sea Raycer boats March 2, 2004, from Disney's Contemporary Resort.

Big Help for Hunger Relief Gets Underway – Disney executives were among a group of community leaders who helped Second Harvest Food Bank break ground on a new $15 million facility that will provide hunger relief for thousands of Central Floridians in need.

Guests can now dine and play with favorite characters… – Disney Channel's "The Little Einsteins," greets (l to r) Anthony Figueroa, Eric Barretteo, age 2, Mya Baretteo, age 5, and Paul Clark, age 5, all of Orlando, Fla., during the opening week...

Paulina Rubio performs in the Emmy Award-winning 2005 “Walt Disney World Christmas Day Parade” – Magic Kingdom – Latin singing star Paulina Rubio performs the finale of the 2005 "Walt Disney World Christmas Day Parade" at Magic Kingdom. The special, which aired on ABC Television Network, was honored April 22, 2006 by the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences with an Emmy Award for

Travel expert and host on cable TV’s the Travel Channel, Samantha Brown, with Casper (on top of suitcase) and Romeo – Disney-MGMStudios – May 4, 2005 – Travel expert and host on cable TV's the Travel Channel, Samantha Brown, poses with the cuddly canine stars from the Disney theme parks' newest advertising campaign Wednesday evening at the Disney-MGM Studios.