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Walt Disney , born Walter Elias Disney , on December 5, 1901 , in Chicago , was an American animator, screenwriter, film director, film producer, television presenter, actor, writer, illustrator, painter, inventor, and entrepreneur . He held United States citizenship and was educated at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago , the Kansas City Art Institute , and Central Academy of Excellence .
Disney is the founder of Disneyland Resort , Walt Disney Records , and The Walt Disney Company , where he also served as CEO and owner . His notable works include creating and directing iconic characters and films such as Mickey Mouse , Pluto , Bambi , and Servants' Entrance . Disney's work encompassed genres like family films and animated films .
His achievements earned him accolades, such as being inducted into the 2000 National Inventors Hall of Fame . Disney passed away on December 15, 1966, in Burbank, California .
