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
Diddy’s Lawyer Has Filed Another Appeal, Explains Why He’s Not A Risk For Witness Tampering
By Dirk Libbey published
Here's the latest from Diddy's legal issues.
Halloween Horror Nights Isn't Over Yet, But Universal Studios Is Already Making Christmas Plans And A New Addition Has Me Very Excited
By Dirk Libbey published
Universal Studios Hollywood is bringing something new to Christmas this year
Giancarlo Esposito Reveals ‘One Request’ In Playing Moff Gideon, And He Was So Right
By Dirk Libbey published
Giancarlo Esposito knew there was one thing Moff Gideon needed in The Mandalorian
I Know Prison Is No Joke, But These Details About Diddy’s Stay Make It Clear It’s ‘The Worst’
By Dirk Libbey published
Diddy is far from comfortable in his current accommodations.
New On Netflix, Disney+, And More: 5 Streaming Shows And Movies To Watch This Week (October 7 - 13)
By Dirk Libbey published
Lara Croft and Sideshow Bob are among this week's streaming highlights.
Disney World Fans Are Freaking Out Over Prices Again, And A $22 Dollar Slice Of Cake Is Involved
By Dirk Libbey published
If you thought food at Disney World was expensive before, get a load of these prices.
We've Been Talking About Deadpool And Wolverine A Lot, But Shawn Levy And Hugh Jackman's Real Steel Just Hit A Sweet Milestone
By Dirk Libbey published
Shawn Levy is celebrating Real Steel on the film's anniversary.
‘It’s Really Unfair’: The Acolyte’s Jodie Turner-Smith Does Not Hold Back About Feeling Like Disney Avoided Defending The Cast From Backlash
By Dirk Libbey published
The Acolyte was subject to much backlash.
Hear Me Out: I'm Sick And Tired Of Streaming Shows Doing Weekly Releases And It Needs To Stop (With One Exception)
By Dirk Libbey published
Can we please go back to releasing full seasons of TV all at once?
The 12 Best Music Moments In MCU Movies, Ranked
By Dirk Libbey last updated
There are some iconic music moments in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, but these are the best.
Is The Transformers And GI Joe Crossover Movie Still Happening? Here’s The Latest
By Dirk Libbey published
What's going on with the Transformers/G.I. Joe crossover movie?
Disney World's Most Terrifying Attraction Has Been Reimagined As A Play And It Sounds Wild
By Dirk Libbey published
The scariest attraction at Disney World is coming back in a brand new way.
See How Jenna Ortega Responded To Those Viral TikTok Trend Of People Making Wednesday Dolls Bald
By Dirk Libbey published
People are messing with Wednesday dolls in an interesting way.
Snow White’s Rachel Zegler Just Received Advice From Disney Princess Brandy On Handling Backlash From Critics
By Dirk Libbey published
One Disney Princess is a big fan of Rachel Zegler as Snow White
'I Was Nervous Going In.' Thought Michael Keaton Was Jazzed To Play Beetlejuice Again? It Was More Complicated Than That
By Dirk Libbey published
Michael Keaton admits he was nervous before filming Beetlejuice Beetlejuice
‘It Was Like A Mini Circus.’ Photographer Who Broke News JLo And Diddy Were Dating Back In The Day Name Drops LeBron James While Sharing New Details About His Infamous Parties
By Dirk Libbey published
Somebody who attended Diddy's parties reveals what it was like.
‘It’s Never Been True.’ Rachel Zegler Gets Real About The Origins Of Snow White Backlash And One Thing People Have Written About The Movie That’s Just Factually Not True
By Dirk Libbey published
Rachel Zegler is setting the record straight on Snow White.
'Prices Have Gotten A Little Bit Out Of Control': Analyst Admits Disney World May Finally Be Getting Too Expensive
By Dirk Libbey published
Wall Street just figured out what Disney Parks fans have known for years.
The Russo Brothers’ New Netflix Movie Features Mr. Peanut As A Character, And They Recalled Convincing Ad Execs To Let Them Use Him
By Dirk Libbey published
Never before have two brothers fought so hard over a peanut.
‘All Of That Has Been Deeply Shoved Down My Throat’: Dakota Fanning Recalls The ‘Super-Inappropriate’ Questions She Was Asked As A Child Star
By Dirk Libbey published
Dakota Fanning was asked some wild questions as a child star.
Toy Story At Disney World: What To Do At WDW For Fans Of Woody And Buzz Lightyear
By Dirk Libbey last updated
Here's everything the serious Toy Story fan needs to know about Walt Disney World.
Someone Asked Selena Gomez What It's Like To Be A Billionaire And She Was Not Having It: 'I Personally Think It's Distasteful.'
By Dirk Libbey published
Selena Gomez doesn't want to talk about her new billionaire status.
Are We Ever Going To Get A Disney World Price Cut? Another Day, Another Expense Ticking Up At The Parks
By Dirk Libbey published
Disney World's prices go up. Could they ever come down?
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