
Dirk Libbey
The Background: Dirk began writing for CinemaBlend as a freelancer in 2015 before joining the site full-time in 2018. He has previously held positions as a Staff Writer and Games Editor, but has more recently transformed his true passion into his job as the head of the site's Theme Park section. He has previously done freelance work for various gaming and technology sites. Prior to starting his second career as a writer he worked for 12 years in sales for various companies within the consumer electronics industry. He has a degree in political science from the University of California, Davis.
What He's Into: As the head of CinemaBlend's Theme Park Beat Dirk is a theme/amusement park junkie. Time not spent in a park is largely spent wishing he was in a park. He prefers Disneyland Resort to Walt Disney World in nearly all circumstances. He loves a good third-wave coffee house or a glass of red wine. He would enjoy video games if he ever had time to play them anymore. The Carthay Circle Lounge is his happy place.
What He's Excited About Right Now: Walt Disney World's Transformation of Epcot, Universal Orlando Resort's Epic Universe park, DisneylandForward
Latest articles by Dirk Libbey

I'm Excited For Disneyland's Upcoming Changes, And Here's Everything I've Learned About Avatar, Coco, And More
By Dirk Libbey last updated
The Disneyland Resort is planning its biggest expansion in decades. Here's everything we know about what's coming to the Happiest Place on Earth.

After Denzel Washington Said He Would Be In Black Panther 3, Ryan Coogler Explained Why He's 'Fine' With That Information Being Revealed So Early
By Dirk Libbey published
Denzel Washington spilled the beans on Black Panther 3, but Ryan Coogler doesn't mind.

Could Diddy Get Barred From The Courtroom While His Trial Goes On? What's Happening And Why A Judge Admonished The Rapper
By Dirk Libbey published
Diddy may be on the outside looking in as his trial continues.

‘Oh, F—, I’m Going To Die:’ Samuel L. Jackson Recalled A Terrifying Story About A Near-Death Experience He Had On The Subway
By Dirk Libbey published
We could have lost Samuel L. Jackson decades ago.

I Was Just Getting Back Into Doctor Who, But The Season Finale Really Twisted The Knife
By Dirk Libbey published
Doctor Who was bringing me such joy, but now it's gone.

‘So They Filmed Conclave On Naboo?’ Cool Video Shows Two Movie Scenes Filmed Similarly 25 Years Apart, And The Star Wars’ Fans Comments Are Priceless
By Dirk Libbey published
The Star Wars/Conclave crossover you never knew you needed has been right there this whole time.

If You're As Excited For Fallout Season 2 As I Am, Get Ready To Leave Your Vault For Universal Studios This Fall
By Dirk Libbey published
The post-apocalypse is coming soon.

Brad Pitt Never Attended A White Party, So How Did His Name Come Up At Diddy's Trial?
By Dirk Libbey published
Brad Pitt was the latest celebrity to be mentioned at Diddy's trial, but for an odd reason.

I'm Not Even A Huge Popcorn Lover, And I Need Disney World’s Pride Bucket Stat
By Dirk Libbey published
Disney's new popcorn bucket is lovely.

‘More Than A Rom-Com’: Dakota Johnson's Materialists Has Screened, And People Have Strong Opinions About Her Romancing Pedro Pascal And Chris Evans
By Dirk Libbey published
Audiences got an early look at cinematic thrirst trap Materialists starring Pedro Pascal, Dakota Johnson, and Chris Evans.

Michael J. Fox Says A Key Back To The Future Prop Is Missing. Where He Is Going He’ll Definitely Need Roads To Find It
By Dirk Libbey published
Have you seen this iconic Back to the Future prop?

Someone Finally Asked First Steps' Director If RDJ's Doctor Doom Will Appear. As A Fantastic Four Fan, I'm Curious About These Conflicting Rumors
By Dirk Libbey published
Will Robert Downey Jr. appear in the Fantastic Four movie or not?

Lilo & Stitch Quietly Passed A Box Office Milestone That Previously Went To Sinners
By Dirk Libbey published
Stitch takes down Sinners at the box office.

After Brad Pitt Broke His Silence On His Divorce From Angelina Jolie, An Insider Weighed In On Whether She’ll Ever Open Up About Their Split
By Dirk Libbey published
Will Angelina Jolie speak out now that her divorce drama is over?

Another Day, Another Disneyland Brawl (And This Time There's Footage)
By Dirk Libbey published
Fights at Disney Parks are all too common.

I Rewatched The Karate Kid Part III For The First Time In 35 Years, And It's So Much Worse Than I Remember
By Dirk Libbey published

I Wasn't Super Pumped For Disney World's New Cars Land, But As An OG Parks Fan This New Update Has Me Way More Enthused
By Dirk Libbey published
A new look at Magic Kingdom's upcoming Cars Land looks...good?

Could Johnny Depp Make A Career Comeback? What’s Going On And How Is Pirates Of The Caribbean 6 Involved?
By Dirk Libbey published
Could Captain Jack Sparrow return after all?

Michael B. Jordan Recalls Career Advice From Denzel Washington (And I Totally See His Point)
By Dirk Libbey published
Michael B. Jordan got some good advice from the Oscar winner.

Disney World Has Been Hit With Another Water Park Lawsuit, But This One Has A Unique Twist
By Dirk Libbey published
It's "lawsuit summer" at Disney World water parks.

The Sweet Gesture Fans Are Making At Universal Orlando That Proves How Much The New Dark Universe Means To Them
By Dirk Libbey published
Dark Universe is one of the most popular parts of the new Epic Universe theme park.

Michelle Pfeiffer's Catwoman Is Legendary, And I Love Hearing Danny DeVito's Candid Thoughts About Working With And 'Lusting After' Her In Batman Returns
By Dirk Libbey published
Danny DeVito appears to have really enjoyed his time on Batman Returns

New On Netflix, Disney+, And More: 6 Streaming Shows And Movies To Watch This Week (June 2 - 8)
By Dirk Libbey published
Phineas, Ferb, and the Predator are coming to streaming this week.
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