An 8-year-old boy from Arizona celebrates his birthday at Disneyland got the surprise of his life Friday when he was named the billionth guest of honor at the California theme park.
Andres Robles and his family, who came from Arizonawere greeted by Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse at a ceremony on the Main Street USA station platform, where they helped unveil an updated sign reading “Population 1,000,000,000.”
The family received a VIP tour including a tour of Walt Disney’s private apartment, a sneak peek at the new Soarin’ Across America attraction and other exclusive experiences.
Robles became Disneyland’s billionth guest of honor more than 70 years after the park opened its gates on July 17, 1955.
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Eight-year-old Andres Robles of Arizona celebrates after being named Disneyland’s billionth guest of honor in a surprise ceremony at the California theme park. (Christian Thompson/Disneyland Resort / Unknown)
“Welcoming our billionth guest is a remarkable milestone for Disneyland Resort and a testament to the generations of guests who have made this special place a part of their lives,” Disneyland Resort President Jill Estorino said in a statement.
“For more than 70 years, Walt’s original park has been a timeless symbol of the Disney narrative, where memories are made and shared, and we are honored to continue this legacy for guests today and for generations to come.”
This milestone comes as Disneyland Resort continues to celebrate its 70th anniversary and on the eve of America’s 250th birthday.
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Andres Robles and his family helped unveil a new sign on Main Street USA reading “Population 1,000,000,000” after the Arizona boy was named Disneyland’s billionth honorary guest. (Christian Thompson/Disneyland Resort / Unknown)
Disneyland says it continues to carry on Walt Disney’s vision of creating a place where parents and children could spend time together.
Located in Anaheim, CaliforniaDisneyland Resort has grown from a single theme park to a destination that includes Disneyland Park, Disney California Adventure Park, three hotels and the Downtown Disney District.
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Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse welcome 8-year-old Andres Robles after he was named Disneyland’s billionth guest of honor. (Christian Thompson/Disneyland Resort / Unknown)
The resort also inspired the creation of Disney theme parks around the world.
Walt Disney once said, “Disneyland will never be completed. It will continue to grow as long as there is imagination left in the world. »
