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Christina Aguilera, Halle Bailey & More Photos From Disney World’s 50th Anniversary Special

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October 1, 2021 9:03AM EDT

Walt Disney World is turning 50 years old. Christina Aguilera, Halle Bailey, and more stars will be celebrating ‘The Most Magical Place on Earth’ in a October 1 special on ABC.

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Disney World 50th Anniversary Special: Photos

Disney World 50th Anniversary Special: Photos
ABC

ABC is set to air the television special, ‘The Most Magical Story on Earth: 50 Years of Walt Disney World,’ on October 1. The special will take viewers on a historical journey spanning half a century and beyond at Walt Disney World in Florida. Hosted by Whoopi Goldberg, the two-hour program will feature spectacular visuals and musical performances from Christina Aguilera and Halle Bailey, star of the upcoming ‘Little Mermaid,’ in front of the legendary Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom Park, accompanied by the renowned Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra.

Interviews with celebrities like John Stamos, Tom Brady, Anthony Anderson, and more will be featured throughout the special. Walt Disney World cast members, Disney Imagineers, and executives past and present will speak about their part in making Walt Disney World the ‘Most Magical Place on Earth.’ See photos of the Disney World 50th anniversary special in our gallery now.

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Halle Bailey

Halle Bailey
ABC

Halle Bailey dazzles in a strapless black gown for her performance during the Walt Disney World special. She stars as Ariel in the upcoming live-action ‘The Little Mermaid.’

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Eric Jacobsen

Eric Jacobsen
ABC

Eric Jacobsen during the Disney World 50th anniversary special. He stands in front of Cinderella’s dazzling castle at Walt Disney World. 

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Walt Disney World Castle

Walt Disney World Castle
ABC

There’s no place like it! ABC’s special will be celebrating 50 years of Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida.

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Halle Bailey At Disney World

Halle Bailey At Disney World
ABC

She’s ready to go under the sea! Halle is one of the special performers during the special and looks stunning in this white dress while standing in front of Cinderella’s castle. 

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Christina Aguilera

Christina Aguilera
ABC

Christina Aguilera performs a gorgeous rendition of ‘Reflection’ from ‘Mulan’ for the Walt Disney World special. ‘Reflection’ remains one of the best Disney songs of all-time.

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Halle Bailey’s Performance

Halle Bailey’s Performance
ABC

Halle Bailey will be showing off her vocals during the special. She’ll be accompanied by the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra.

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Whoopi Goldberg

Whoopi Goldberg
ABC

Whoopi Goldberg is the host of the Disney World special. Whoopi is a Disney legend!

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