"All cartoon characters and fables must be exaggeration, caricatures. It is the very nature of fantasy and fable."
Walt Disney
Animator, Film Producer
Walt Disney was a pioneering animator and filmmaker, known for creating iconic characters and founding Disneyland, revolutionizing family entertainment.
- Born
- December 5, 1901
- Died
- December 15, 1966
- Quotes
- 395
- Rank
- #295
About Walt Disney
Walt Disney — Life and Legacy
Walt Disney was a groundbreaking animator and entrepreneur whose vision transformed the landscape of family entertainment. He is best known for creating beloved characters like Mickey Mouse and establishing Disneyland, a theme park that redefined leisure and imagination. Disney's core philosophy centered around creativity and perseverance, as reflected in his famous quote, 'If you can dream it, you can do it.' This idea encapsulates his belief that imagination is the foundation of innovation, encouraging others to pursue their dreams relentlessly. Disney's quotes often reveal his understanding of the challenges in the creative process. For instance, he stated, 'It's kind of fun to do the impossible,' highlighting his adventurous spirit and willingness to tackle ambitious projects that others deemed unattainable. This mindset not only fueled his success but also inspired countless individuals to think beyond conventional limits. Today, Disney's influence remains profound, as his principles of storytelling and imagination continue to resonate in the entertainment industry. His legacy encourages new generations to embrace creativity, reminding us that the pursuit of dreams, no matter how impossible they may seem, can lead to extraordinary outcomes.
Quote collection
Walt Disney quotes (page 1 of 20)
395 quotes — follow a thought to its full quote page.
"Laughter is timeless. Imagination has no age. And dreams are forever."
"The four Cs of making dreams come true: Curiosity, Courage, Consistency, Confidence."
"The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing."
"If you can visualize it, if you can dream it, there's some way to do it."
"Let your heart guide you...it whispers so listen closely."
"Happiness is a state of mind."
"The most exciting and, by far, the most important part of our Florida project, in fact, the heart of everything well be doing in Disney World, will be our experimental prototype city of tomorrow. We call it EPCOT."
"A man should never neglect his family for business."
"All your dreams can come true if you have the courage to pursue them."
"That's the real trouble with the world, too many people grow up."
"The more you like yourself, the less you are like anyone else, which makes you unique."
"The flower that blooms in adversity is the rarest and most beautiful of all."
"Believe in your dreams, no matter how impossible they seem."
"After the rain, the sun will reappear. There is life. After the pain, the joy will still be here."
"If you can dream it, you can do it."
"Of all of our inventions for mass communication, pictures still speak the most universally understood language."
"There is more treasure in books than in all the pirates' loot on Treasure Island..."
"Faith. Trust. and Pixie Dust."
"You must not let anyone define your limits because of where you come from. Your only limit is your soul."