
Dirk Libbey
The Background: Dirk began writing for CinemaBlend as a freelancer in 2015 before joining the site full-time in 2018. He has previously held positions as a Staff Writer and Games Editor, but has more recently transformed his true passion into his job as the head of the site's Theme Park section. He has previously done freelance work for various gaming and technology sites. Prior to starting his second career as a writer he worked for 12 years in sales for various companies within the consumer electronics industry. He has a degree in political science from the University of California, Davis.
What He's Into: As the head of CinemaBlend's Theme Park Beat Dirk is a theme/amusement park junkie. Time not spent in a park is largely spent wishing he was in a park. He prefers Disneyland Resort to Walt Disney World in nearly all circumstances. He loves a good third-wave coffee house or a glass of red wine. He would enjoy video games if he ever had time to play them anymore. The Carthay Circle Lounge is his happy place.
What He's Excited About Right Now: Walt Disney World's Transformation of Epcot, Universal Orlando Resort's Epic Universe park, DisneylandForward
Latest articles by Dirk Libbey

How Does Anthony Hopkins Play A Villainous Role Like Hannibal Lecter? The Actor's Simple Advice Makes So Much Sense
By Dirk Libbey published
Anthony Hopkins certainly follows his own advice.

Hayley Atwell Recalls What She ‘Took Umbrage’ With When Filming Doctor Strange 2 Cameo As Captain Carter
By Dirk Libbey published
That cameo though.

Walt Disney World Is Making A Change So Surprising I Thought It Was An April Fool's Day Joke
By Dirk Libbey published
I did NOT see this coming.

Ben Affleck Is Reportedly ‘So Over’ People Thinking He’s Grumpy, And I'm Loving Him Roasting His Kid Wanting $6K Shoes And More In Interviews
By Dirk Libbey published
Ben Affleck is being more open than usual in the media, and there may be a reason for that.

Epic Universe’s Previews Are Requiring Everyone To Put Away Their Phones. Some Theme Park Fans Can't Get Enough
By Dirk Libbey published
Epic Universe isn't open ,but it's already the most unique theme park in the world for one reason.

Kathryn Hahn Knows The Veteran MCU Characters She Wants Agatha To Meet, And I Really Hope These Crossovers Happen
By Dirk Libbey published
Somebody greenlight this Marvel Disney+ series, please.

New On Netflix, Disney+, And More: 5 Streaming Shows And Movies To Watch This Week (March 31 - April 6)
By Dirk Libbey published
Daredevil, Devil May Cry, and Kevin Bacon hunts devils, streaming this week.

James Gunn And More Share Tributes For The Suicide Squad And Mad Max Stuntman Richard Norton After His Death At 75
By Dirk Libbey published
Chuck Norris and others remember the great stuntman Richard Norton.

‘You Lied To My Face Twice.’ A Journalist Called Out Simu Liu For Not Admitting To His Avengers: Doomsday Casting, But I Know He Wasn’t The Only One Asking
By Dirk Libbey published
Simu Liu has been avoiding answering questions, and now we know why.

RoboCop OG Peter Weller Weighs In On Possibly Joining A Reboot, And I Love Just How Honest He Is
By Dirk Libbey published
The original Robocop has very blunt thoughts about returning to the franchise.

I Took My Daughter To See Snow White, And I Finally Understand Why Disney Live-Action Remakes Are A Thing
By Dirk Libbey published
I get it now.

Logan Paul Just Admitted How Much Money He Made On YouTube In One Year, And The Amount Is Staggering
By Dirk Libbey published
It's even more than you think.

A Viral Thread Is Comparing Cinderella’s Live-Action Visuals To Snow White's, And It’s Wild How Much Better The Cheaper Film Looks
By Dirk Libbey published
Disney's newest live-action remake doesn't stack up to one from a decade ago.

’This Guy’s Method.’ Robert Downey Jr Wanted To Invite Sebastian Stan To A Lunch Earlier, But He’d Sent Him A Video Ripping Bicep Curls Next To Iron Man’s Decapitated Head
By Dirk Libbey published
Sebastian Stan lost a lunch invite from Robert Downey Jr. thanks to a video.

A Disney World Ride I Usually Skip Is Getting A Much-Needed Update, And It's Already Convincing Me To Try It Again
By Dirk Libbey published
A popular Disney World ride is getting some much-needed love.

Marvel Live Blog: Avengers: Doomsday Cast Reveal Including Chris Hemsworth, The X-Men, And A Lot Of Chairs
By Dirk Libbey last updated
So. Many. Chairs.

Andrew Garfield. Paul Mescal. Glen Powell. ‘I Have Worked With Basically All Of The Internet’s Boyfriends,’ Admits Daisy Edgar-Jones (And She’s Not Wrong)
By Dirk Libbey published
Your internet boyfriend is spending a lot of time with Daisy Edgar-Jones.

'It Is Foul': Disney World Fans Report A Strange Smell At A Popular Location, And It Sounds Awful
By Dirk Libbey published
What's that smell?

Why Fans Think Sydney Sweeney And Her Fiancé Are Broken Up (Again)
By Dirk Libbey published
Sydney Sweeney's relationship status is once again in question.

After Gwyneth Paltrow Made Viral Comments About Working With An Intimacy Coordinator, An Exec Didn’t Mince Words
By Dirk Libbey published
Not everyone shares the same opinions about intimacy coordinators.

Oppenheimer’s Jack Quaid On The ‘Favorite’ Moment He ‘Never In A Million Years Thought’ He’d Have With Director Christopher Nolan
By Dirk Libbey published
Jack Quaid's favorite Oppenheimer moment makes perfect sense when he explains it.

Epic Universe Isn't Even Open Yet But One Merch Item Is Already Sold Out, And I Really Need It To Come Back Before I Get There
By Dirk Libbey published
The coolest piece of Epic Universe merch is already gone.

Charlie Cox Snuck Into A Theater To See Spider-Man: No Way Home, And His Funny Story Sounds A Bit Different From His Old Pal Andrew Garfield’s Screening
By Dirk Libbey published
Charlie Cox had a wild experience on the opening night of Spider-Man: No Way Home
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