January 10

1930: Roy E. Disney is born. He is the son of Roy Oliver Disney, Walt Disney's brother. He began his career with the Walt Disney Company as an assistant director in 1954 working on the True Life Adventure films. Roy continued as a writer, director and producer until he was elected to the Board of Directors in 1967. He was inducted as a Disney Legend in 1998. Roy was instrumental in getting Fantasia 2000 made in 1999.

Roy E. Disney

Today Roy E. Disney serves as a consultant to the Walt Disney Company and is Director Emeritus for the Board of Directors.

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