WEIRD Disney Guest Experiences! | DISNEY WORLD STORIES

[@bluerose7148]

When I was seven or eight, my family was at Disneyland in CA; my mom and I were in line waiting to see Pluto and this group cut the line in front of us. I turned to my mom and said in a confused voice, "Mom? That's not fair, why didn't they wait in line like the rest of us?" My mom replied, "I know sweetheart, but you'll get your turn to see Pluto." Next thing I know, Pluto is pulling me to the front of the line! He heard me and decided to make me feel extra speical.

[@olivia_simone]

Aw I'm so glad that had a happy ending! Rude of them to cut, but yay Pluto! Glad you had that magical moment!

[@ablynch82]

Blue Rose awww so sweet

[@AWlpsSHOW36]

Awwwwwwwwwww! That's so cute! How sweet of him!

[@izzyk15]

This just proves that the Disney team members are the sweetest people!

[@vadermjb6265]

Blue Rose that’s so sweet. And it means a lot more to a seven or eight year old.

[@ashlynhunt6729]

I have a funny Disney story: I was visiting Disneyland, when i saw Oswald walking through the park. Suddenly, a 3-5 year old boy ran up to Oswald to hug him and yelled "MICKEY!" i feel so bad for Oswald.

[@olivia_simone]

hahaha yeah I have a feeling Oswald gets that a lot. poor oswald!

[@Nemo2oo5]

Oof

[@Riley-46734]

My son who was almost 3 at the time did that except thing.

[@pixelthewolf7959]

I really love Oswald lol

[@beautyrj1018]

petcrparkcrr Poor Oswald, he needs some love too 💕😕

[@skullygem3057]

Parents need to remember there is a HUMAN BEING in that costume and it's already very claustrophobic, adding a death grip ... my god Bless your heart, i can't believe you kept your cool even THAT long!

[@lanceturley7745]

One of my most cherished Disney memories also happens to be an awkward character interaction. When I was twelve, I went to Disney World for the first time, with my mom, my aunt, and my cousin. One day we went to a character breakfast, but I was in my snotty, "I'm too old for this" phase, so I refused to interact with any of the characters. Most of them seemed to take the hint and concentrated on the other guests, but Pluto... Pluto made it his personal mission to force me to lighten up and have some fun. For the entire time that he was at our table, he would not stop licking me with his tongue, and putting his mouth over my head like he was trying to eat me, until I finally couldn't hold my laughter anymore and gave up trying. My mom and I still joke about it years later. For what it's worth, now I'm a single adult male, and I have no shame when it comes to meeting characters by myself and treating them as the actual character. Sure, it's silly, but what better place for a little silliness than Disney?

[@olivia_simone]

hahaha I've definitely done that to tween/teenage boys too!!! I'm glad Pluto got to you! hahaha

[@nabilsanchez14]

My boyfriend and I took his niece to Disneyland. We met Ariel and she told Ariel “you’re my favorite” and Ariel responded “you’re my favorite princess too”

[@olivia_simone]

Oh my goodness my heart just melted 😭💖

[@caljones]

🥰awwwww

[@Varianhyperionfrozenfractals]

❤❤❤😊😊😊😊😊

[@noelhaley2976]

Being an adult who loves to meet characters, you can tell some aren't into it and then some act just like they would with a child. I had a similar experience with Cinderella. She is one of my favorites and it was the first time I went into a meet and greet alone and she just said hello and posed for the pictures. It made me sad because I was decked out in Cinderella merch. However, Elena turned the whole experience around. She was so bubbly and nice.

[@flameboundaries4496]

Elena is really cool,I like her better than Cinderella 😂

[@vivihopper3710]

I had the exact same with Merida. Saying she was my favorite princess and getting a smile, then she went on with taking pictures.. I even had her painted on my backpack and she only was like 'Oh.. that's me' I mean, come on.. Merida isn't like that at all

[@caitlinburrell1851]

I went to Disney World for my senior trip, and I thought I would have a more hi-bye experience since I was an adult. I still made a special autograph book, with a drawing of the characters to sign, and all my characters experiences were MAGICAL! Mickey and Minnie gave me little diplomas, Anna and I had a long talk about Elsa, Chip stayed at our table to look through my book, Sofia and I got twenty pictures together acting out my graduation and she even gave me a special autograph. That's only a couple memories I made!

[@olivia_simone]

Aw I LOVE that! I've had so many special interactions with characters and have tried to create special interactions for guests, so I just love hearing that you had such a great experience!! 💖

[@AWlpsSHOW36]

That's awesome! They must've been very proud of your graduations!

[@sammylane21]

Just how the fudge do some parents not realize what is a friendly amount of hug time is??A friendly hug is no longer then 15 seconds at most.

[@olivia_simone]

I have no idea lol

[@TheRealCGil]

More like 5 tbh

[@Wolfmyth100]

@@olivia_simone Of course, I remember hearing that the characters are not allowed to break a hug. The guest has to be the one to break the hug. If the guest breaks the hug, then it's okay...but if they go back for another hug, then you hug them again. I think it was because you never know how much that person needs that hug. But that sounds crazy...maybe the kid had Aspergers or Autism?

[@1380beagle]

I’m going to bust out my soap box for one quick second...this young man, more than likely, had some developmental issues since he was unable to understand that this wasn’t ok. While his mom should have helped him (and the character) with this, I think parents of kids with disabilities don’t often get to see their kids get to be so blissfully happy. I think they sometimes see it through rose colored glasses without seeing the reality that the person in the costume is being crushed. Let’s take a quick second before judging.

[@ShalmendoGlineux]

@@1380beagle @wolfmyth100 I have Autism, and social anxiety (also i'm 36 years old as of this writing) I can safely say that TOO many parents are underequipped and under informed on how to actually make sure their child can grow up happy and healthy. My father was a sociology professor and was constantly touting his knowledge of human behaviour. Despite this, he failed to support me properly in A LOT of ways and I ended up with several developmental issues that could have been avoided if he had been capable of understanding that I am Autistic and I have certain special needs that can make me beyond miserable while the same things don't bother anyone else in the slightest. This lead to a lot of silent trauma. He didn't even know how to handle it and kept telling me things like 'keep it inside' because he didn't know how to deal with my resulting outbursts and emotional instability. That's... not great for someone who claimed to be a student of behaviour. Granted Autism wasn't being diagnosed way back then, not very often anyway, and I'm sure I slipped through the cracks of diagnosis, but I almost wonder if it was partly down to some kind of denialism on my father's part who didn't want to accept he had a child that was so different and had special needs.

[@districtminho3736]

Also, My awkward moment was at Disneyland when I was like 17. I hadn't met characters in a few years so, I thought I was too old... so basically I was a little nervous when I saw Peter Pan (my favorite Disney character of all time) Well my mom was pretty supportive.. she waited in the Looong line with me and I was already embarrassed thinking that I was too old to meet a character I had asked my little brother if he would meet him with me ,but my little brother had no interest so, they both waited patiently for me. It was finally my turn and Peter Pan right away LEAVES me standing there.. to go to a little toddler in line who's doing a little dance and he starts doing a little dance with her so, I stood there mortified doing nothing some people in the line were even starring back at me a little shockked. It was Like if I shouldn't have been there honestly. He came back and didn't really talk to me either he was just like "Let's Take a picture :D " and posed. Basically like Hurry up and leave already so, that was it.. It was sad. I haven't met Peter Pan since then.

[@chrisdisney8201]

al fox - Awww :( If it makes you feel any better, character interactions are really hit and miss! Give it another shot maybe when there's a short line. No age is ever too old to meet characters!

[@hannahrose4266]

That's sad! Don't let anyone make you feel bad for enjoying something you love. You loving Peter Pan isn't hurting anyone so try not to let others ruin it, sweet pea.

[@haleylopes5273]

Aw, I feel so bad! And don’t worry, you’re never too old to meet characters. I’m 18 and I had absolutely no shame meeting Anna and Elsa on my last trip to Disney. It’s not just for little kids, don’t ever let anyone stop you from doing something you love!

[@Seroxm13]

I hope someone who works at Disney reads all these comments, so they can learn from the experiences of many guests and can teach their cast members how to interact with people of any age. Also, if any kid or adult have clothing or something of that character they are meeting, they should show even more love to that person or kid!

[@sydneycampbell7060]

you should go again! he may have just bee used to little kids more. I totally get what you mean tho! I feel very awkward when I meet characters, especially ones that talk. but no age is too old, my mom who is 47 when up to goofy at our last trip this summer and told him that he was her favorite character and she was clearly excited to see him and he was super nice!

[@chandeecarson203]

You know, I actually had a... I wouldn’t call it bad, but it wasn’t very impressive, interaction with Cinderella. She didn’t seem like Cinderella, she seemed like an actress who was bored and just wasn’t having the best day ever. Me and my bestie were dressed as Anastasia and Drisella. She didn’t even really greet us, she just sorta crossed her arms and she was like “did you visit my sisters today” and the rest of the conversation she just seemed to be in a bad mood, and it just didn’t feel genuine. rapunzel was hilarious (she’s my favorite princess). it was the same day, so me and my bestie went up to her and she noticed we were dressed like them, and she went to talk about their dresses and she even considered asking them for help in making a dress with a poofier skirt, as it was better for dancing, but not too poofy, because it wasn’t best for running or jumping. afterwords, rapunzel went to pose for the picture, and I went and put my arm around her waist, but my friend and the photopass girl were zoned out for a second and Rapunzel and I lost it when my friend and the photopass girl snapped out of their trance

[@yippedoodah]

That story about your mom meeting Cinderella sounds like my first time meeting her. She was was just like "Hi, want a picture? Okay byeee......" but Rapunzel and Aurora made up for that visit (this was about am onth before PFH opened). Luckily I met her on a later day and the friend of Cinderella that shift actually wasn't......a witch to say the least.

[@maryella4039]

Same! Rapunzel is amazing!!!!

[@sabrywinch]

I also had the same experience with cinderella! she act like an asshole. other way, both Rapunzel and Aurora where absolute candies, especially because I have very very long blonde hair and they both got stunned by it.. I also have a pic with Rapunzel "whose hair are longer challenge" style ahahah also Ariel was amazing! told her she was my favourite character and she took the time to talk to me and show me how to pose like her! Belle was also very very sweet!

[@emmagerety6980]

My most magical experience was meeting Lilo at the Polynesian for a character breakfast when I was 12. I remembered being so excited to see her and also a little nervous. I remember seeing her going near the kitchen door and asking if I could get her autograph. She was so sweet and gave me a hug. It was so magical for me.

[@olivia_simone]

Emma Gerety Aw that does sound magical!!

[@S4RRIE]

I’ve had awkward encounters with princesses too. I think they get weird because your an adult or maybe this Cinderella didn’t think she had to try as hard because you weren’t children. Either way it really ruins the experience! I’m so happy Ariel and jasmine were so awesome because belle is my other fave but she was so awkward making small talk with me which sucked

[@olivia_simone]

Yeah it's weird because some are so great and other just, well, aren't. Yay I'm glad you had a couple of good interactions!

[@nanawakagimi1208]

Don't they have a code? I mean, that's their job, they're not supposed to break the magic no matter what happens and who approaches them.

[@Gamecockinnc1]

Cinderella must have been roommates with mean Daisy. 🤦🏼‍♀️

[@creatiapows2115]

I was at Disneyland when I was little, and we went to meet Aurora. When we were talking to her, she smelt like cigarettes and alcohol. My family is really funny and open to things, so we tried to not take this to seriously. As we were getting our pictures, she walked away to her attendant and started loudly whispering about how hung-over she was! After that funny and slightly awkward situation, we find that one of our funniest and weird Disney experiences! Love you Disney!!!

[@aliciapearson3120]

Yeah, I had an awkward experience with a Cinderella at Paris.... cut to Mary Poppins who, despite being mobbed by kids, took one look at this sad 16 year old and then my lil outfit (I was in a lil cute outfit, trying to look nice to meet her etc...) then smiled and legit spent a good 10 or so minutes smiling and talking. She also gave Cinders a pretty blatant glare before going back to her float she'd been on and got off to do mini greets.

[@olivia_simone]

whoa! Huh I wonder what is up with Cinderella sometimes!

[@nanawakagimi1208]

wait, so what did Cinderella do? English is not my first language, I don't think I understood

[@Joanna-fi2vb]

"Hahaha Picture time!" Can't believe Cinderella said that 🙄🤦🏻‍♀️

[@oceanmango]

I met a pocahontas last november and she was kind of like the cinderella you talked about here. I mean, i logically understand how tiring their jobs could be (especially in the heat when they’re outside), and they can’t spend too long interacting with one guest when there’s a lot more in line. But honestly as an awkward teenager to start with, she just seemed kind of uninterested and it just made me feel kind of insecure?? that sounds kind of stupid but yeah. I obviously respect the characters and stuff, but it just made me feel a little sad how this happens more commonly when you’re not a little kid anymore :/ but if i ever go back one day, i feel like i’ll be more prepared for what to say when i meet characters :^) though pocahontas was kind of a shame, i kind of understood so i didn’t let it ruin the magic

[@olivia_simone]

Aw man :( I'm sorry you had that experience too! I definitely encourage you to keep meeting them because you never know what kind of interaction you're going to get! Sometimes teens/young adults get the most AMAZING interactions with characters! That experience sucks though!

[@aliciapearson3120]

Aw, I'm sorry. I had an amazing Pocahontas as a teen. She legit *smiled* so hard.

[@UphillWilDrives]

The truly number one thing I enjoy in every Disney park are the cast members. Sure, merchandise is fun and much of the food is delicious, but Magic always happens with the cast member first. It doesn't matter if they're a furry, a face, a merchant, maintenance, or anything else. I go to the parks to enjoy the cast members... Every single one. Stuff is stuff but cast members are magic.

[@noel13420white]

William Widdoes I've met a few rude cast members 😭

[@TheKobolos]

Thanks for doing more of these videos! I've noticed the character shortness when it comes to adults sometimes. While we've never let it ruin our day, it does annoy me when a character is trying to move you along when you've spent 2 seconds with them.

[@jemimajust827]

I remember when i was queueing up to meet chip and dale in disneyland paris once. Its not like america where queue, the kids just sort of swarm lol. One kid pushed me right over and i burst into tears. Either chip or dale saw and came right up to me and wiped my tears away. I can still feel the soft fur on my face it was lovely

[@olivia_simone]

Aww i'm so glad they saw that and comforted you!! honestly, i would be terrified to be a performer anywhere other than Disney World. Every other park seems to just let the characters roam and be attacked, and I could NOT handle that lol and that fur is so soft!!!

[@이하나-m2h]

I used to think it was silly to meet a disney character as an adult or i didnt think id actually like it, and then i met ariel and it is still one of my favorite moments at disney. I couldn’t believe how great ariel was. Like she was perfect for that role. What good casting that was haha but it was one of the funnest moments i had❤️

[@olivia_simone]

Ahhh I'm so glad you had a great experience!

[@thomasmedina5627]

Gosh that Cinderella story though...

[@daisycocoa2557]

The family that interrupted your interaction with Pluto actually were cutting in line and should be sent to the back of the line.

[@ShalmendoGlineux]

I partly agree with this but it's HARD to find a good balance! Yes the person WHO WAITED 30 MINUTES IN THE LINE should be considered first because they waited that whole freaking time and were patient and followed the rules. I would have been quite upset if some toddler just ran in without waiting in line and cut infront of me right before I finally got to meet a character I was eager to see. On the other hand that child doesn't have an understanding of waiting in lines and following rules due to being so young... But I would have certainly said something to the parents. I can imagine how frustrating it would be for a kid to see a great disney character 'over there' and rush over to hug them only to have mom or dad say no. That might be a tantrum trigger right there, or at least severe disappointment which could lead to sobbing. It's a REAL hard problem to solve. People can try to be understanding, but parents really need to step up their responsibility and remember that the person that just got cut off waited in that line for who knows how long while their kid just runs in... it's very upsetting from multiple angles, and again, dealing with it is a minefield. Being Autistic and having social anxiety it would be a burden on me to wait calmly and patiently in that line for 20 minutes (or however long) and see the 'payoff' coming only to get cut off like that... I probly wouldn't have a tantrum but I would be quite upset and glare at the parents. (I actually have a mild dislike of kids because they overstimulate me instantly... why am I going to disney then? x.x I don't have a choice if I want to experience any Disney magic, so I tend to bring earphones and such to manage stimulation issues, but there's only so much accommodations can do). Bottom line, parents be responsible and respect the people who waited in line, Don't be the family that deserves to have a Disney Day, PLEASE.

[@blogfairy3158]

I love you Disney experience videos! Thank you for posting all of your fun adventures. My most awkward experience was at Epcot in the UK Pavilion to meet Mary Poppins. I was so excited to meet her, as she is my favorite non animated character. I knew that her current meet and greet was ending and I asked her attendant where I should stand for her next one. I was going to wait and make sure I saw her. He said stand right there. I did and made sure I was the first one in line. It got really crowded as it got closer to her meet and greet. Once she came out the attendant called us over, this little girl ran up to her. I was a little surprised as I hadn't seen her in the line. The family that was next after me started to yell that she wasn't in line and the girls mother said that she had been waiting first in line this whole time. The attendant tried his very best to control the situation but there was a lot of yelling and not so nice DIsney words being said between parents. I said it was fine for the girl to meet Mary and that I would wait. But it was ruined. Mary did't really interact with me at all despite my trying to talk to her. But I did meet Mary and Bert at Hollywood Studios later during my trip and it was fantastic. BERT is amazing performer. The best character experience I had was also at Epcot in China pavilion to meet Mulan. The attendant let us be the last family of the day, she didn't have to she could have just said that it was closed. So we waited about 45 minutes to an hour to meet her. The attendant talked us and really wanted to get to know our family. My little one is 5 and is not a fan of any princess or human character only the furry kind. He was not impressed at all by Mulan. When it was our family's turn Mulan was wonderful. She talked to all of us, about everything, Mushu, being brave and and details from her story. She took pictures with all of us expect my youngest who was hiding. She then played hide and seek with him in that auditorium type area liking chasing him and laughing with him alone. He finally warmed up to her so we could get a picture. The interaction must have been 15-20 minutes. My ten year old boy who is not impressed by much these days still talks about Mulan and that experience. We have had a lot of wonderful character experiences but this was by far the best we ever had.

[@olivia_simone]

I'm glad your Mulan experience was so wonderful! That's great your kid warmed up to her!

[@grace-eo8wn]

I had a really awkward Cinderella but I felt kinda bad for her maybe it was her first time hanging out idk, however I think I helped making a good convo about Gus and jaq :)

[@christinahurley8824]

I went to Disney World last year with friends. Two are super outgoing and I'm more reserved. I could go without character interactions, but I was there to have fun with everyone. So we go to Epcot and get in line to see Goofy. Not sure if the actor sensed my hesitancy or what, but they noticed my shirt with Mushu on it, made it obvious they were reading it, and then started pointing excitedly towards China. I thought it was cute so, yeah I became less shy and pretended to be excited that they were pointing to where I could meet Mushu. I liked that they were having fun with a group of 30/40 childless year olds.

[@olivia_simone]

aw I love that!! I'm so glad it was a positive interaction!!

[@athenablack8555]

It happened to me with Cinderella as well , it was really awkward and quick, but then i went to see Elena and she noticed that i was wearing graduation ears and she asked me what i wanted to be, and i told her a teacher because i would love to help children especially those who speak spanish, since I'm fluent in Spanish and the thing that made that speciall is that she told me that she needed me to go to avalor and teach the children

[@olivia_simone]

Ahhhh! Elena coming in clutch, creating magical memories that last a lifetime!! That's such a special interaction, thanks for sharing!

[@Mgaby1992]

I’m someone who kinda has a fear of characters 😂 But with Disney, I would make an exception for some characters, specifically my favorites. My main favorite being Stitch, I always make sure I go meet him before I go! The first time I met Stitch was the absolute best!!! He pointed out my stitch shirt and it was quite obvious he was my favorite character by the huge smile on my face and me jumping against the walls when I was waiting. He took many pictures with me! One with both of us hugging with our face squished together and another with us facing back to back and crossing our arms. He was the absolute best! (mind that I was 15 when i met him first). Two years pass and I go to Disney again for my high school graduation celebration. I went to meet Stitch and honestly, I was a bit disappointed... I was still excited as heck when waiting in line and my face was numb with my smile. But once I got to meet him, he honestly seemed very bored and just wanted to get it over with. Before I could even say hi, he just motioned over to take a photo, he didn’t even touch me or hug me. I offered a hug but he just made the “rawr” position (you know what i mean) and posed for the camera... I had a hat on with all my stitch pins and I asked if he could sign my hat. He did then waved bye. I walked away and my whole family was just staring at me to wait for my reaction, cause they saw how uncomfortable I got the moment Stitch motioned me over. Even though that encounter (haha alien encounter) wasn’t the greatest, the first time meeting him will still be my highlight memory of him and will still continue to meet him! No matter what age i am.

[@larrivids]

I wish I could have a memory like that, stitch is also my absolute favourite character, unfortunately I live in Australia and Disneyland/world isn't very accessible or cheap so unfortually will have to dream 😰

[@Waytotheland]

Looks like performers for the characters vary from time to time. I wouldn’t let it get to you. It’s not the character but the performer.

[@ShalmendoGlineux]

I was scared of the characters when I was younger, and I grew up with like.. I guess you'd say 'a mascot phobia'. This is a big problem for someone who's also a furry and never intended to go to a furcon because there are a lot of similiar fursuits at those EVERYWHERE (i'd seen video that made me nervous). But I forced myself to go to a few furcons and basically gave myself exposure therapy (With the loving support of my significant other) and I basically cured myself! (Real success story, I should write a book!) Now that I'm over my fears I REALLY want to meet as many characters as I can, face and non, to make up for my years of missed experiences. Another problem is that my family took a militaristic approach to Disney vacations and we had to squeeze AS MUCH stuff into every minute as possible... this resulted in us running back and forth across the park all day going on all the rides in a day and various other high stress shennanigans, which left NO ROOM for anything else, including character meets, so I never had the opportunity either, even though I had asked for it on many occasions. I was the youngest child so i was always kind of an afterthought since the family was so busy doing everything my two oldest brothers wanted instead. I'm making this upcoming trip more about me (I've planned to get married at Disney afterall) and I fully intend to go to several meet and greets, even with the princesses. I don't care what my family thinks, I'm on a mission! lol.

[@freya6307]

I recently went to Disneyland Paris and I was nervous because I'm only just getting over a fear of mascots

[@AWlpsSHOW36]

@@larrivids Save up and work your way towards your Disneyland trip! Don't just dream. Try your best to make it a reality!

[@brookiecookie6910]

Pluto is my fav too! Whenever we go to Disney world I always meet him!

[@olivia_simone]

He is the BEST to hug!

[@TheLeone3600]

Oh my God I had a similar interaction with Tiana when I went a few months ago. Since it was my first time ever going I decided to catch up on character interactions that I never got to do as a child, and Alice and Tiana are my all time favorite characters. Alice was by far the best interaction o had the whole trip and she probably thought I was funny by how I was decked in full on Alice stuff and shaking from excitement. Though Tiana's was by far the worst. The whole time I was trying to interact she just had this expression like I was a giant nuisance and just nodded and smiled until she could force me into a picture. It was heartbreaking because Rapunzel before her was so great and Tiana was my all time fave princess and she sort of ruined character meet and greets for me :/

[@InHimAlone]

Fun to hear these stories. We took our kids for their first time 2 years ago. We didn't spend any time waiting in character lines because we wanted to maximize ride time and my kids are pretty shy around them. At Epcot, we were walking by a building with glass windows - I think the Art of Disney building - and we saw Belle just standing there with her cast members and nobody around. She was my 4-year-old's favorite, so we just walked in the door and right up to her. She was so sweet and did pictures and talked to my daughter for awhile. Then we saw Mary Poppins a few yards down around the curved hall, so we walked over and did the same with her. Again, she was so nice and did the pictures and talking. Then I look a little further down the hallway and see a line of people, doh! We totally had just cut a huge line that started on the other side of the building and had no idea because they hadn't officially started! At least they were so nice about it, even though they probably thought we were cutting, eek! I felt pretty dumb.

[@olivia_simone]

oh my goodness! hahahaha I'm glad everyone was so gracious about it!

[@Mothman_In_a_T-Pose]

My most awkward guest experience wasn't too bad--as it was mostly due to my own awkwardness. My family went to Disneyland when I was 9 or 10 and at the end of a really long, stressful day, we saw Goofy hanging out in the square by Main Street. There wasn't any wait and my mom really wanted to have at least one picture with a Disney character. My brother and I both felt like we were too old for it, but eventually I (as the youngest) agreed to take a picture with Goofy. I was pretty much sleep walking at that point and I think Goofy could tell, but the cast member did everything in their power to make it fun and memorable. Bright, happy, exaggerated hand gestures to help me wake up, a proper hug, and a nice side-hug for the picture. It's something that I really look back at with fondness, but I felt kind of bad for the cast member; I was exhausted and clearly unenthusiastic--a limp tree branch would have been more interactive than me at that point. Plus, it was the end of their shift (they walked off Main Street a few moments after we left), so I really wish that I could have provided a more fun end to their shift.

[@olivia_simone]

awww no! don't feel that way! Goofy totally understands! Max gets really tired after a day at the skate park, so he's used to tired / worn out kids!

[@DisneyDamsel]

I love these stories cause they're so entertaining! 😂 I still cant believe some of the experiences you tell us! The Cinderella one was so rude! I would have been heartbroken!

[@olivia_simone]

haha thank you! and yeah my family still can't believe that happened with Cinderella

[@mar-ng1mf]

okay this isnt an awkward moment but my favorite moment ever. my favorite character is peter pan during the parade. he came up to me to give me a high five but kept moving his hand away until he had to go and run he gave me a high five. let me tell you it was my first time there and my favorite character. this still makes me so happy

[@olivia_simone]

Awww

[@VerchielxKanda]

I'm so sorry you were in such a painful situation!! That sounds horrifying!! DX That's awesome how protective you were of your partner! ^_^ It wasn't at Disney, but at the Arlington Six Flags is where I had a recent experience with mascot-type characters. I felt so sorry for them, because it was at LEAST 105 degrees outside, and when Wile E. Coyote came to hug me and pose for a photo, he was swaying terribly. I was really concerned and told him to try his best to stay cool. I hope the poor guy got a break soon!!

[@maliaareneee]

Peter Pan has always been my favorite character, and I was never able to find him at Disneyland except in parades. My freshman year of college, I spent a lot of my day trying to find him and when I finally did, I got so excited because I had been waiting for like 10 years to find this character. I walked up to him but he started running away.. and I thought he was sort of being playful because he’s Peter Pan ya know? But he kept running away and I tried to mention how he was my favorite character and I had been trying to find him for years, but he kept ignoring me and then quickly posed for a picture with me and ran off. I know it’s sort of in his character to be silly, but I had seen so many videos of Peter being really sweet with guests, so I was really disappointed to have him continually run away and ignore me after I had spent over an hour walking around trying to find him. And it wasn’t like there was a line or anything because he had just been walking around

[@olivia_simone]

aw I'm sorry you had that experience :(

[@MrLOCALROCKER]

i telling you i live in los angeles and go to disneyland often and meeting a princesss is hit and miss with interaction

[@7snowdog]

I'm 30 (look younger, though) and went to meet my favourite, princess Anna, for the first time, I had a t-shirt with the same design she has on her vest. I told her she was my favourite and i relate to her the most. She was so incredibly sweet to me, talked to me a lot, gave me many hugs and generally speaking, was totally awesome and amazing, she made my whole trip. Three days later, right before going home, i went there again hoping to get the same performer - unfortunately a different woman was there and she clearly had an attitude of "just take a picture and go already", didn't even smile. So i just said a word or two, took a picture and went to Elsa, as i knew i wouldn't enjoy a conversation with Anna that time. I was on a solo trip and met a couple of characters and except for the second Anna, all of them treated me very nicely and i loved meeting them. Besides, the first Anna made it up for me in advance ;) So i simply pretend the second meeting never happened.

[@olivia_simone]

I'm so glad you're able to block that second one from your memory!! That first interaction sounds magical 😍

[@7snowdog]

@@olivia_simone it was incredibly magical! It was quite important to me to have a nice interaction because 1. she's my favourite, 2. she doesn't do m&g in DLP (my closest park) and it was my very first time meeting her, 3. it was my first WDW trip and due to the distance i won't come back anytime soon. So before coming there i was worried i won't enjoy it for whatever reason. But Anna was absolutely wonderful and the sweetest person i met there, i'm so glad this woman was my first character experience with Anna, she was totally worth melting for!

[@marissaamanda6244]

I had a terrible experience with Ariel and Cinderella once at Disneyland . She was nice to my cousins but seemed a bit done once I got to her. It made me so so sad :( after that I didn’t want anymore photos.

[@olivia_simone]

Nooooooo! :( I'm sorry. that sucks :(

[@marissaamanda6244]

Olivia Simone Me too 😂

[@nikkimirhosseyni9535]

I feel like I've never had a truly awkward experience, but I did have an underwhelming Peter Pan experience. I was first in line for his meet and greet and there were about 10-15 people behind me. All adults, about 5 or 6 groups. Peter was running 5 minutes late and so I think he was nervous about getting to see everyone, but in videos he has always been the most playful and personable, but he made some jokes about a candy bag on the ground that blew over (like Hook was trying to trick him), and did a quick pose and that was it. Also the photopass person wasn't paying attention so I came away with only one photo which was disappointing. Peter was still awesome, I just with the interaction was more personal.

[@olivia_simone]

aw I'm sorry :/ that is disappointing

[@shivinderkaur1081]

Here we go !! ♥️♥️one more episode whenever you narrate a story I feel that I was with you when it happened

[@olivia_simone]

I'm so glad you've enjoyed my content!

[@brennalee8709]

I can totally tell you're a fur character, such big gestures! U love it! I'd love to be fur, since you can actually have guest interactions. I was a store cast member and being "too magical" was a complaint my set director gave me a lot. Made me sad. I couldn't help it though 😂 I kept in hugging and interacting. Plus, the guests loved it, and that's what it's about. :)

[@jillc16]

I went last Halloween. Friends I went with stayed at the hotel one day and I went to Epcot by myself, it was Halloween day. We were going to MNSSHP that night. Maybe because I was on my own the characters took more time with me, which was lovely! Joy and Sadness were incredible. Joy hugged me and didn’t let go! Sadness grabbed my hand right away and every experience that day was magical. The only bad-ish interaction I had was with Pocahontas. I guess she just really wanted to go on her break!

[@olivia_simone]

Aww I'm so glad you had such good interactions! And yeah I've heard Poca is very iffy - rarely do I hear of good interactions with her! Love your profile pic btw

[@sydneygest1969]

My favorite Disney character is figment but they closed the meet and greet for him in 2008 dang nabit I could of gone to meet him

[@olivia_simone]

YOU USED TO BE ABLE TO MEET HIM?!

[@debraportillo4898]

I'm a big Disneyland fan. I've had very many magical moments at Disneyland. And have always appreciated the characters and the great times my 2 kids (19 yrs apart)have had with thier interaction. So I love hearing your stories of behind the magic. Thanks 😍

[@olivia_simone]

aw that's awesome! I love it when guests have magical memories of Disney

[@morgancloutier3320]

I am going to DisneyLand in two weeks and I could not be more excited! I've never been and I'm going to spend the whole time meeting characters! I can't wait!!!

[@olivia_simone]

Ahhh! Fun! Have a blast!!

[@zojja6212]

Morgan Cloutier I'm going in one week, so excited!!!

[@kiddomoroll]

I just want to say that I love your videos! I've been binge watching for a little while now. I'm a freshman in high school and LOVE Disney. I plan to go into the Disney College Program one day and your videos are totally motivating me. update: im a senior now, graduating just days from now...nothing's changed ♡

[@olivia_simone]

Thank you thank you thank you! Wow that's so great! That means a lot! Keep working hard and you'll achieve your goals! :D Thanks so much for watching!

[@katnerddd6223]

I am an extremely awkward person so when I went to Disneyworld recently I wasn't sure what to say. I met Elsa and Anna at Epcot (I was one of the last people, late magic hours) and they made me feel a lot more comfortable talking. It was really nice. :) I'd say my favorite interaction was in 2014. I was in Epcot and Stitch had just come out. We had a good amount of interaction time, and it was just a lot of fun.

[@RyanBreneman635]

Animal Kingdom? Maybe friends with King Louie? Him and Baloo are typically out together

[@Wolfmyth100]

Pluto is the best. He is my favourite character too! And, like you I missed my dogs so much...so Pluto was always my go to dog.

[@olivia_simone]

Yes! Someone understands!

[@Wolfmyth100]

@@olivia_simone Oh yes, I understand. One of my dogs died while I was on my program, and I was crushed. The manager on duty actually gave me an ER the following day...understanding that I needed a day. I think I did go and see Pluto (after going back to my apartment and changing of course). What really upset me was, some people at work looked like 'It's just a dog'. I always gave Pluto the biggest hugs. I really wish the program had like...therapy dogs at one of the apartments...or maybe one at each, so people doing to college program could get some doggie love.

[@olivia_simone]

Oh no! I'm so sorry your dog passed away... That's really tough... :( I'm glad your leaders were understanding!

[@Wolfmyth100]

@@olivia_simone Thank you! Getting a hug from Pluto really helped too. I think I told his assistant what had happened...so Pluto knew. It was one for the best hugs

[@shiningkingghidora]

I have a story for you. I was at EPCOT a few years ago and I saw this guy pee in one of the gardens near the Mexico pavilion.

[@olivia_simone]

EW gross!

[@shiningkingghidora]

My thoughts exactly.

[@memethyst]

i saw a mom holding up her child on the bridge letting him pee into the moat in front of cosmic ray's... there's literally bathrooms in cosmic ray's and one next to the cheshire cat stand a few feet ahead...

[@arachnohumanoidpolymultiverse]

These videos are very entertaining, such strange Disney stories!

[@olivia_simone]

Thanks so much!! I'm glad you enjoyed it!

[@3dkidsartfairs]

I had a funny experience with Chip n' Dale at Hollywood Studios in April, I was with my friend Colby at the time. I had brought along a Chip'n'Dale plush and a MagicBand and their MagicBandits. Well, guess what happened? Dale was the first one to point out the plushies! I was like, "that looks like you guys!" I handed the plushies over to them (the plushies were connected by the same thing that holds clothing labels) and they play "tug of war" with the plushies. Next thing I know, Dale grabs hold of my left arm (which has the Chip'n'Dale MagicBand with matching MagicBandits) points himself out, and then I see Dale take off my MagicBand (IDK HOW the fur characters can remove one's MagicBand) and I hear a "he's so excited!" just as Dale starts to run off with it. The blueberry was like "Hey where are you going?!" to Dale. He ran off to the umbrella with it, and she says "What!? What are you doing?!" And Dale did come back, I told them that I was their "biggest fan", Chip pats Colby on the back and hugs me as Dale signs his autograph. Colby also put his Stitch hat on Chip, I do the same thing putting my Mickey hat on Dale, and he tries to fit my MagicBand to his nose! I then ask them "Any of you been getting into trouble recently?" Dale points to Chip, I said "Chip has?" Then Chip points to Dale, and I'm like "Oh it doesn't matter both of you have been getting into trouble recently!" Now it gets to the funny part, right after the PP photographer took Colby's picture with them, Dale burped into his ear! Just as we were about to leave, Chip still had the plushes. I told him that they were mine, I got them back and the blueberry told him "Don't worry Chip we'll get your own later..." If you watch this video here from 21:07-23:27: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pGfLfYmkbZhnpqs you'll see most of the interaction.

[@3dkidsartfairs]

The awkward part of this was that ONLY Chip hugged me, I told them both I was their biggest fan, seems like Dale was too distracted with my MagicBand. Then again, Dale will be Dale.

[@IsomerMashups]

Henceforth, I will end all interactions I don't like by saying "picture time" before walking away.

[@olivia_simone]

bahahahah that's amazing

[@sojournerrose7787]

When I go to Disney (in November yayyy) I’m going to ask of of the attendants for a picture. We never really give them enough credit, they are the ones who make the meet and greets happen 😊

[@shortstackedits9763]

For me, character meet and greet’s are really hit or miss. Luckily enough, compared with all the characters I’ve met there have only really been two disappointing experiences but everything else has been perfect! There must be something about Cinderella tho haha. When I met her in Disneyland late 2018, you could tell she must have been tired or over it (maybe it was almost her time to return to the castle for the afternoon, im not sure) but she was very brush-off-ish. Maybe it’s also because I’m not a little kid but what are you going to do 🤷🏻‍♀️. That being said, Snow White and Ariel (also on the rotation) were both lovely, and I have more of an appreciation for Snow after meeting her! My other disappointing experience was with Peter Quill in Hollywood Studios. It was just after GOTG2 came out, and to have him on Florida property (with baby groot, mind you) was A Big Deal. Anyway, the first time around, I called him Star-Prince (a nod to the movie) but he kinda just nodded it off and didn’t really respond. I had the right mind to return, and Peter’s other best friend was so much nicer! We had a dance battle, talked about music, and about Gamora! So far, my fave characters to meet are Tiana, Rapunzel and Eugene, Ariel and Eric, Gaston (!!!! ICON !!!!!), Rey, Chewbacca, BB-8, Minnie and Spider-Man! There was this one great friend of Cap who I met that I suspect was also one of Gaston’s best friends as he recognised me (and id never met Cap before) and we had great chemistry, I could’ve talked to him all day! I really would love to meet Thor and Captain Marvel when she arrives in the parks! (Also sorry for the mini essay in your comments section, but no one else really likes to listen to me except the silent void of the Internet)

[@olivia_simone]

DANG you've met a LOT of characters!!!! I think you've met more than I have! XD

[@nevadanicholson4775]

You’re super adorable! Found your channel this morning while searching Disney videos out of excitement for my trip in a couple months. Love hearing your experiences 😃

[@olivia_simone]

Aw thank you so much!!! I hope you have a magical trip! That's so exciting!

[@nevadanicholson4775]

@@olivia_simone ❤❤❤ omg day made, I was just starting to watch you when I saw this notification!!

[@CasualVFlowerEnjoyer]

Always love seeing your videos, Olivia! You're the only Disney cast member channel I watch because you are just so informative and dedicated, and your experiences are always funny and interesting. Keep up the great work!

[@olivia_simone]

Well thank you for watching!

[@beautyrj1018]

Omg I had a VERY similar experience with Cinderella, it was my birthday week at Disney, we went to all 4 parks it was awesome!!! I went to Magic Kingdom, which was our 3rd park, after that was Epcot. I went into Bibbity Bobbity boutique and I got dressed up as Cinderella, because she was my favorite Disney princess at the time. And so I really wanted to meet her, and the lines were like 5mins long so we went in to see both Rapunzel and Cinderella. We first went to meet Rapunzel, then we got directed to the Cinderella line to meet her. I was so excited, I think I was about like 9-10 years old, so it was pretty amazing to meet your favorite princess, and look like them at the same time!!! It was our turn to meet her, and as soon as a gave her a hug I said,” Your my most favorite princesses ever!!!” And after that she laughed and turned me around not saying anything to take the picture. I was confused, but I shrugged it off, and enjoyed the rest of the time I had with her. I then asked her to sign my Autograph book 📖 and she did. And as she was signing it I asked her,” Where’s the Fairygod Mother?”, and she goes,” Ummmm....I think she is out there somewhere?😒” Inside my head I was thinking,” What the heck?!” Why would Cinderella, one of the sweetest princesses be like this?! Then, she gave me my book and didn’t say anything else. I was mad, but it was my birthday so I just enjoyed the rest of my day.😒🎉💕🎁🎂

[@dinglehopperdaydreamer9882]

Thanx Olivia, you always have great stories, thanx for sharing. Nothing more interesting than working with people lol, much love from the UK :) xx

[@olivia_simone]

Thank you so much! Yes, people are definitely something else haha

[@llangdxn]

That second story made me feel so anxious oof

[@olivia_simone]

same

[@rebornluva87]

As for the 12 year old boy he could have special needs sounds a lot like my little brother who has Autism occasionally he gets a bit rough with characters specially Mickey but we always tell a attendant or get involved once he straight up almost floored Minnie 😂 poor girl must have been in shock but his mom should have known better

[@dantalotta1431]

I'm addicted to your Disney videos! Ty for providing them

[@olivia_simone]

thanks so much for watching!

[@elizabethharkness9197]

The Cinderella story about her being kind rude to you two makes me scared to meet face characters. Ive always been worried I'll look dumb not knowing what to say & how they'd even act since when I was a really young. :(

[@iridescentmothasmr]

You shouldn't be nervous. I'm a 15 year old girl and when I met Merida, I nearly cried. She was so sweet and hugged me really tight. they won't think it's weird. This is the closest you're going go get to meeting your favorite characters

[@olivia_simone]

Elizabeth Harkness Don't be scared at all! Out of my 35+ interactions with face characters, this was the only not so pleasant one! when I met tinkerbell for the first time i was literally speechless, but she was so sweet and led the conversation! Don't worry about it, you'll be great!

[@TeaPartyAsylum]

Im so glad I stumbled onto your channel you are such a doll and I love these stories SO much!

[@olivia_simone]

Yay! I'm so glad!

[@karacogan8340]

“Ahahaha picture time!” lol

[@olivia_simone]

I was SHOOK

[@karacogan8340]

I would be shook too honestly

[@angelakores6946]

I had a similar experience as you & your mom, when telling a Princess they were my favorite. I told Belle she was my favorite princess, and she was extremely rude.

[@olivia_simone]

aw dang, I'm sorry :/ That's annoying :/

[@AgwithAjm]

Me and my sister met joy and sadness and they polled us to the front of the line it was so magical 😊

[@olivia_simone]

Awww I love that!!

[@TheHopeShed]

Love hearing your stories! ❤️

[@olivia_simone]

Thanks so much!

[@KoryGrayson]

When I was a kid I had a phase where I loved snow white. We went to disney world and there was a snow white taking pictures with other little kids. I was such an awkward peanut so I just stood a few feet away and smiled while my fam tells me to get her attention. As we were walking away I looked back and saw me and tried to reach out, she had regret on her face. I felt bad too. No idea why I remember that so clearly.

[@MeelieMoon]

My sister fell face first out of a stroller when we went to Disney and she had to go to the first aid room but she got to meet the woman who was "friends" with Minnie because she had also fallen and broken/fractured her arm! I heard she was super nice to my sister despite her own injury and paid extra attention to her during the parade that night (with her arm in a sling too lol)

[@katlynnbos1790]

Wow I hope the girl friends with minnie didn't break her arm while hanging out with minnie

[@LG-nf7dr]

Omg that Cinderella experience...so rude. My best character interactions were with Peter Pan and always Aladdin/Prince Ali! I met Prince Ali 3 times and had the best interactions ever

[@olivia_simone]

Oh my gosh you've met him as Prince Ali?! That's AMAZING

[@LG-nf7dr]

@@olivia_simone yes, at Disneyland Paris, it was awesome 😊 I'm following you on Insta, if you want you can see some pics on my profile thelostprincess2

[@WildBerryAura]

love watching these. have some family in cali and some have worked for disney. one had a 20 something person with a learning disability who got very excited as well...ended up knocking them pretty hard to the ground and they got a concision. apparently that individual started to get a reputation of unintentionally hurting actors but the frustrating part is the guys family just kinda did not care if he was getting to ruff. i get that it is disney and it costs allot to go there but that should not mean that people expect the actors to risk injury for their kid. it was around 10 years or so back if anyone here worked there or was a normal visitor and knows who i am talking about

[@olivia_simone]

oh gosh that's horrible! I understand excitement but safety should for everyone should always be the number 1 priority!

[@Fantasmickid1]

I’m going to Disney for the first time ever this year and I’m a little nervous meeting the characters, even more now after hearing that Cinderella story. I hope they like me, especially Mickey since he’s my favorite character. I’ve already been devastated by him before and I don’t want it to happen again

[@3dkidsartfairs]

More recently, I meet Robin Hood and Little John at Magic Kingdom, I had a Robin Hood plushie with me - the interaction was VERY fun! But there was one part which left me confused, there was a guest in line who shouted "Hurry Up!" Huh? Was that directed towards me, Robin Hood, Little John, Photopass, or the character attendant? Not sure, but probably not, because that same guest said something afterwards.

[@olivia_simone]

huh how weird! I'm glad the character interaction was fun at least!

[@zoilamorales7014]

With your story I realized that I and my children are one of those uncomfortable visitors. Three years ago my 3-year-old son was 25 minutes screaming in line because he wanted to meet Mini. I am so sorry😥

[@meganhash7840]

When I was little, I met Buzz and Woody. Now, see, Toy Story was my FAVORITE. I gave everyone in my family Toy Story names. This was a legit huge deal. And I wanted Buzz and Woody to sign right next to each other in my little autograph book. Looking back, I think Buzz was just messing with me. This was also back when Buzz couldn't sign, so he had a little stamp. So Woody signs first, and I ask Buzz to sign right by him. He goes to stamp over Woody's name. Little me is really annoyed, physically moving his hand to the other side. Buzz isn't having it. So I'm literally about to cry (tiny me that doesn't know of her own Aspergers was v emotional) and Buzz finally relents and just sorta pats my head.

[@olivia_simone]

Awwwwwww 😭 you poor thing!! I'm glad Buzz finally gave up! I hope you're not scarred for life! XD

[@waltmichael8162]

You're Disney stories make me happy 🤗

[@olivia_simone]

Thank you! thanks so much for watching!

[@jas3216]

The characters at Disneyland are a lot more magical :)

[@kaylarossi677]

I love hearing these stories!

[@olivia_simone]

yay! I'm so glad!

[@TwoVloggersMore]

Such a fun video, thanks for sharing your experiences and stories.

[@olivia_simone]

Thank you!

[@gracie140]

If Cinderella treats me like that when I meet her in September, I will probably cry myself to sleep. She has been my favorite forever lol

[@JustCallMeBritta]

You should do a video of all the characters you have assisted! Love your videos

[@califkylie]

I went to Disneyland a few weeks ago and I really wanted to meet Edna from The Incredibles. That morning, I bought an Edna shirt and an Edna plush. I met Spider Man before I went to see Edna, and he told me to tell her some stuff. While I was in Edna's line, I kept rehearsing what I was supposed to say, but when it was my turn, I was speechless! She took my plush and held it for the pic. It was so Awesome! My friends make fun of me for getting starstruck over Edna though 😂😂

[@olivia_simone]

I would SO get starstruck over her too!!! I didn't even know that she met! At Disney world she rides around on a float but you can't meet her :((( I kinda want to plan a trip to DLR just to meet her!!

[@califkylie]

@@olivia_simone At Disneyland, it's the opposite. You can meet her, but she isn't on a float. I hope you meet her some time! It's an awesome experience for sure! Make sure to get her autograph too 😁😁

[@rosie_petals649]

I'm still confused about one thing? What character was she? I'm still confused about that from the hugging boy story.

[@floodkidsgaming7430]

i was just at Disney this past weak...and i saw a tour group in line for a meat and great...i dont think i need to say more.

[@olivia_simone]

Tour groups with matching tshirts scare me

[@melssepulveda]

My sister and I decided to visit Disneyland at our birthday this year. I waited in line to meet Mickey and when it was my turn, I went ahead and hugged him but he pushed me away quickly and went straight for hugging my sister. I felt a bit sad because he is my all-time favorite Disney character. When it was time for a picture he signaled to my sister to put her hand around his elbow and with me he had his hand down, his body turned away for me. Every time my sister mentions about Mickey I always try to change the subject or just try not to get sad. He waved bye at my sister and when I said bye to him he immediately went straight for the next person in line.

[@danstrong750]

Have told so many people your Donald Duck character dining story, so funny x

[@olivia_simone]

haha yeah that's a great one

[@annew1720]

Love your videos and your wonderful attitude :-). How do you stay calm in these type of situations? I totally applaud you for doing so. Can't wait to see more of your adventures soon.

[@LivvyAlexW]

I have a cute Disney story. We went to Disney World in December 2000 and we went to the main street parade. During the parade the 7 Dwarves were dancing and pulling people from the audience. Suddenly I was asked into the join the parade by Grumpy. I ended up dancing with Snow White and the Dwarves and got to hug Dopey and Grumpy. I was soooo happy to be asked to join the parade.

[@olivia_simone]

Aw i love that! That's so adorable!!!

[@snowcats95]

Another awesome video Olivia! Can't wait to hear more stories. What was the funniest interaction you had when meeting a character?

[@olivia_simone]

Thanks so much! hmmmm funniest.... when I went and met Kylo Ren with my roommates he scared me so much that I hid in the corner! Funnier for my roommates than me though

[@danstrong750]

Always love your videos Olivia x

[@olivia_simone]

Thank you! :) Thanks for watching!

[@ingridt3258]

I just love the way you tell stories!😍You're awesome! And I loved your videos about meet and greet with characters❤ I went to Disneyland Paris for 10 days very recently and I was just there to meet characters!😄 I love them soooo much, I spent wonderful and magical moments thanks to them!💖💖💖 And I hope to visit Disneyworld, someday😊 Have a marvelous continuation, I look forward to watching your next video!💝 Xoxo from France!💗

[@olivia_simone]

Thank you so much for watching! I'm glad you had magical moments at Disneyland Paris!

[@scottblanch]

I really love all you story videos,they really make me smile 😊😊😊🌸🌸

[@olivia_simone]

Aw thank you!

[@mommas1276]

When my youngest was about three, and VERY shy, we took both girls to breakfast in Cinderella’s castle. She talked about meeting Aurora for months before. When she came around to our table, I said “Aurora, we’re so excited that you’re here. You’re my daughter’s favorite!” She looked down at her, smiled snarkily and said nothing. She let us take a picture but I was livid, my child was crushed and it ruined breakfast. Thankfully Snow White was AMAZING and then became the new favorite!

[@olivia_simone]

oh my gosh! :( I'm so sorry you had that experience! I'm glad Snow White was able to make up for it somewhat

[@lenithfe]

omygosh haha I would panic if a kid did that to me

[@ambercamillerigioia2814]

When I was 14 and went to disneyland a few years ago, i was SO EXCITED to meet Tiana cause she's my all time favorite character! When i was waiting in line, she was so sweet to all the kids, but when it was my time to meet her, she didn't even say anything, just "hi", and put her arm around me for the picture, she didn't even say bye... i already noticed she didn't care for me at all so i didn't say anything but hello and bye.

[@olivia_simone]

aw i'm sorry you had that experience:( I hope you get to meet her again!

[@crazyowlgirlcncowner]

Mine isn't really an awkward interaction with a character or that but it was weird for me because I guess I've always been kind of a "witchy" person. So, when I was in 2nd grade my family and I went to Disneyland here in California and we planned the trip to celebrate my 8th birthday. We were waiting in line for that thing where you meet all of the princesses. (I'm not sure if it was in Ariel's Grotto because we had also made reservations to go there and there was a princess meeting area.) There was this one girl who I believe was directly in front of us (Maybe 1-2 families in front of us at most.) She was talking to Mulan or some person controlling the line and she (little girl) was just talking A LOT. She was maybe 5-8 years old but she was super jumpy and hyperactive. So while we were in line they were asking trivia questions about the princesses and they were directed at all of us kids waiting in line going kid to kid. But this little girl just kept answering ALL of the questions being asked, mind you they weren't aimed at her, they were asking other kids in line like me. So she just kept blurting out answers and hogging all of the attention and her parents weren't doing anything about it. She took so long with every single princess just talking and talking about nonsense with them. And even as an 8-year-old I was annoyed and frustrated with her and would directly look at the girl and roll my eyes at her. (That was so mean of me! I can't believe myself!) But none of the cast members did anything to stop the princesses from being so focused on her more than anyone else.

[@olivia_simone]

YIKES!!!! I can TOTALLY see that happening! Parents tend to lose focus of the whole picture while they're at Disney and only attend to their child. Which I get but it does definitely impact other guests' experiences!