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
Judge Reinhold Pays Tribute To His Beverly Hills Cop Pal John Ashton After His Death: ‘There’s No Smoking In Heaven, John’
By Dirk Libbey published
Judge Reinhold says goodbye to his Beverly Hills Cop co-star
Stan Lee Used To Roast DC For Clark Kent Taking Off His Glasses And Suddenly Becoming Unrecognizable As Superman
By Dirk Libbey published
Stan Lee had a good laugh at the expense of Superman.
Disney Adults Are At It Again, And Using Hurricane Helene For Shorter Ride Lines
By Dirk Libbey published
There's maybe one good reason to visit Disney World during a hurricane.
‘It Cost Them A Bunch Of Money To Get That ‘Motherf—er.' Samuel L. Jackson Tells The Story Behind How There Were Too Many Snakes And Not Enough F-Bombs Originally On Snakes On A Plane
By Dirk Libbey published
Samuel L. Jackson reveals how his iconic Snakes on a Plane line came to be.
‘Anyone Who Is Trying To Compete With John Wick Is Practicing An Exercise In Futility.’ Dave Bautista Talks New Action Role
By Dirk Libbey published
Dave Bautista isn't looking to be the next John Wick.
20 Best Star Wars Characters, Ranked By Most Evil To Most Good
By Dirk Libbey last updated
From the light side to the dark side. A look at where some of the best Star Wars characters fall.
Universal Studios Halloween Horror Nights 2024: Every House Announced So Far
By Dirk Libbey last updated
Everything we know about the houses coming to Halloween Horror Nights in 2024
Frozen 3: What We Know So Far About The Disney Sequel
By Dirk Libbey last updated
Anna and Elsa will be back in Frozen 3.
Every Walt Disney Animation Studios Feature, Ranked, Including Wish
By Dirk Libbey last updated
Disney has been making animated feature films for over 80 years. It would be crazy to try and rank them, but that's exactly what we did!
Frozen At Disney World: What To Do At WDW For Fans Of Anna And Elsa
By Dirk Libbey last updated
Everything a Frozen fan needs to have the perfect Walt Disney World vacation.
The 35 Best Sci-Fi Movies Of All Time, Ranked
By Dirk Libbey last updated
What are the best science fiction movies ever made?
Disney World And Universal Orlando Are Planning Some Closures As Hurricane Helene Approaches Florida
By Dirk Libbey last updated
A hurricane is heading for Florida and theme parks are taking action.
A Woman Being Arrested At Disneyland Is Going Viral. Here's What Happened
By Dirk Libbey published
A woman was handcuffed in front of her kids at Disneyland, but there's a lot more to the story.
'I’m A F—ing Jedi!’ Samuel L. Jackson Walks Fans Through The First Day On A Star Wars Set And He’s Like A Kid In A Candy Shop
By Dirk Libbey published
Super cool Samuel L. Jackson lost his cool when he discovered who his Star Wars character would be.
The Rock Sweetly Reveals His Trick At Kid Parties Is To Bust Out His Maui, But Then His Story Takes A Turn With A Seemingly NSFW Adult Trick
By Dirk Libbey published
Dwayne Johnson can do something with a grape that you may not believe.
Son Of Harry Potter’s OG Dumbledore Has Blunt Thoughts About The HBO Series
By Dirk Libbey published
Accio honesty.
Why Some Fans Are Very Upset Jacob Elordi Has Been Cast In The Upcoming Wuthering Heights Adaptation
By Dirk Libbey published
Megalopolis Review: Francis Ford Coppola’s Passion Project Is a One Of A Kind Experience, For Better And Worse
By Dirk Libbey published
Copolla’s reach exceeds his grasp.
Kermit The Frog, Oscar The Grouch And Gobo Fraggle Came Together To Celebrate Jim Henson's Birthday And It’s Wild To See
By Dirk Libbey published
Jim Henson's creations wish him a happy birthday in beautiful tribute
After Joaquin Phoenix Exited Film At The Last Minute, A Producer Opened Up About What She Thinks Is The Most ‘Criminal’ Aspect Of His Decision
By Dirk Libbey published
This is a tragedy...
Pedro Pascal Fans Can't Handle Themselves After Seeing New Gladiator 2 Footage: 'I Apologize For The Person I Will Become'
By Dirk Libbey published
Pedro Pascal fans are ready for Gladiator II.
The West Wing’s Aaron Sorkin Teased Ideas For New Episodes, And All I Can Say Is, ‘What's Next?’
By Dirk Libbey published
Aaron Sorkin may have ideas that could lead to a West Wing revival.
Transformers: One Just Made History For The Franchise, So Are We Getting A Sequel?
By Dirk Libbey published
This story has to be continued... right?
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