1998 Archives

Restored video: Disney’s Animal Kingdom – The First Adventure

May 8, 2023

This episode of the Wonderful World of Disney aired shortly after the grand opening of Animal Kingdom 25 years ago. With an introduction by CEO Michael Eisner, the show was hosted by Drew Carey. A tour of the opening day attractions as well as a look behind the scenes and construction footage shows off the new park to a nationwide audience.Read More...

Walt Disney World Easter Parade – 1998-1999

April 9, 2023

by Matt

Video

Happy Easter from the LBVHS! To celebrate, here are two restored videos of the Walt Disney World Easter Parade from 1998 and 1999. In 1998, the parade was hosted by Regis Philbin and Ann Jillian and featured a preview of the yet-to-be-open Animal Kingdom Park. 1999’s parade was hosted by D. L. Hughley and Caroline Rhea, and had appearances by Britney Spears, 98 Degrees, and Collin Raye. We’ve previously shared the 1992 Easter...Read More...