Is that Donald Trump with Mickey Mouse? Disneyland figure sparks 'outrage'

Whether it’s about placing his golden statue in the AI-imagined ‘Riviera of the Middle East’, or sharing yet another AI-generated photo of himself in the papal outfit ahead of the papal conclave – Trump simply loves to see himself reigning everywhere!

Why would Disneyland be any different?


Donald at Disneyland?

At Disneyland this week, a striking golden sculpture of Walt Disney has captured the attention of visitors, sparking conversations due to its unexpected resemblance to a more familiar figure. As the beloved Anaheim, California, theme park commences its grand 70th-anniversary celebration, a vibrant and intricately designed sculpture of Sleeping Beauty Castle has been unveiled in the bustling main esplanade.


This distinctive installation, created as a unique photo opportunity, showcases a charmingly petite version of the iconic castle, adorned with colorful turrets. Each turret is topped with imaginative silhouettes and flags that pay homage to the various themed lands within the park. For example, the turret representing Frontierland features a whimsical steamboat, while Fantasyland boasts a graceful carousel horse. Tomorrowland is represented by the well-known Space Mountain silhouette, among others.


However, what drew the attention of the onlookers was the silhouette of a man holding Mickey Mouse’s hand.


The golden silhouette:

At the pinnacle of this artistic creation lies a miniature rendition of the famous "Partners" statue.

But what’s wrong with it?

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Park visitors quickly began to note an uncanny resemblance between the depiction of the man’s silhouette with President Donald Trump , particularly due to the statue's hairstyle that closely mimics Trump’s characteristic voluminous swoop.

As soon as the parkgoers pointed this out, and one popular Instagram creator, with the user ID @disneyscoopguy, shared a post about it – the internet went into a frenzy, thinking the Prez might have really had his figure installed!

However, in all truth, the silhouette in the installation isn’t Donald Trump, but it is Walt Disney himself, depicting himself, hand-in-hand with Mickey Mouse, gazing out towards the horizon as if envisioning the magic ahead.


The ‘outrage’:

In the past few days, some guests, including @disneyscoopguy, observed that the peculiar spire had seemingly vanished overnight, sparking speculation about Disneyland's responsiveness to public opinion.

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In a video documenting this development, he expressed, “It seems Disneyland has been attentively monitoring social media reactions, as they promptly removed one of the spire toppers.” He further elaborated that many felt the figure bore a striking resemblance to Trump rather than the intended likeness of Walt Disney, noting that the finger gesture was altered as well, depicting a single finger point instead of the classic two.

Though Disneyland was initially silent in response to requests for comment, within a short period, guests reported the return of the spire topper, albeit with subtle modifications. In a follow-up video, @disneyscoopguy showcased what appeared to be a less voluminous hairstyle on the figure, now aligning more closely with Walt’s authentic appearance in the original "Partners" statue.


It remains uncertain whether alterations were made to the figure’s hand gestures.

The creator then shared his updated thoughts, stating, "The Disneyland 70th anniversary esplanade photo op looks absolutely incredible! And they fixed Walt Disney!"


For the unversed, Disneyland's 70th-anniversary festivities officially launched on Friday, May 16, and promise to delight guests with new parades, mesmerizing nighttime spectaculars, vibrant decorations, exclusive merchandise, and an abundance of enchanting experiences that will last through the summer of 2026. The park first opened its doors to visitors on July 17, 1955, forever changing the landscape of theme parks and family entertainment.