
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

An Intimacy Coordinator Gets Real About The Big Tell She Thinks Indicates Blake Lively Only Got Uncomfortable With Justin Baldoni Later On The It Ends With Us Set
By Dirk Libbey published
An Intimacy coordinator has thoughts on Blake Lively's relationship on set with Justin Baldoni.

‘F–k, You Know My Name?’ Jason Momoa Was Having A Blast At SNL 50. Then, Meryl Streep Waltzed Into The Room
By Dirk Libbey published
Jason Momoa has an epic Meryl Streep encounter at the SNL anniversary party.

'What Kind Of Fun Is That?' Reacher's Alan Ritchson Just Got Real About Sparring With Another Big Guy In Season 3
By Dirk Libbey published
I can't believe there's someobody bigger than Alan Ritchson.

Pedro Pascal Is Dancing In A Wild Apple Commercial And Rizzing It Up In New Rom-Com Trailer, And Fans Can't Get Enough
By Dirk Libbey published
Pedro Pascal is taking the internet by storm, and more than usual.

The Sheriff’s Office Has Confirmed An Updated Timeline For Betsy Arakawa’s Death After Doctor’s Office Made Its Stunning Admission
By Dirk Libbey published
New details regarding the death of Gene Hackman's wife are changing our understanding of what happened.

Disney Adults Only: There Will Be No Kids Allowed At Epcot's Newest Addition And It Sounds Like Heaven
By Dirk Libbey published
A new Disney World spot will be limited to guests 21 and over.

James Bond’s Naomie Harris Cautions Against The Franchise Being ‘Too Modern’, Offers A+ Choice For The New 007
By Dirk Libbey published
Naomie Harris has some smart thoughts about the future of James Bond.

Nobody's Talking About The Elephant In The Room When It Comes To Massive Changes Disney World And Disneyland Are Making
By Dirk Libbey published
INSERT DUMBO JOKE HERE

Dark Universe Has Its Own Castle At Epic Universe, And It's Like Sleeping Beauty's Digs And Haunted Mansion Had A Baby
By Dirk Libbey published
The first look at Epic Universe is even more epic than I dreamed.

Fans Are Arguing About Marisa Tomei In Spider-Man And Whether She Was Too 'Young' And 'Hot' To Play Aunt May
By Dirk Libbey published
Was Marisa Tomei the wrong Aunt May in the MCU?

‘F–k The Empire.’ Andor’s Tony Gilroy Really Wanted To Give Star Wars An F-Bomb At The Time. How He Feels Now About Lucasfilm Shutting Him Down
By Dirk Libbey published
Tony Gilroy reveals his thoughts on losing the Andor F-bomb.

New On Netflix, Disney+, And More: 5 Streaming Shows And Movies To Watch This Week (March 17 - 23)
By Dirk Libbey published
Wicked, Daredevil, and more are streaming this week.

Dave Chappelle And Justin Bieber Have Apparently Been Hanging Out, And I Did Not Have It On My Bingo Card This Year
By Dirk Libbey published
Two celebrities have seemingly made for unlikely friends.

What’s Going On With Road House 2? Lukas Gage Gets Real About Sequel Hopes And How His Comments About Conor McGregor Totally Got 'Twisted'
By Dirk Libbey published
Lukas Cage sets the record straight on getting beaten up by Conor McGregor.

I Just Watched My First Movie In 4DX, And As A Theme Park Fan, I'm Angry I Didn't Do This Sooner
By Dirk Libbey published
4DX is like going to Disneyland.

I Had No Idea There's A Laundry Of Things You Can't Do With An Oscar, But Conan O'Brien Is Sharing All The Secrets
By Dirk Libbey published
Some of Conan O'Brien's Oscar jokes ran afoul of the Academy's rules for the iconic statue.

PSA: Epic Universe Is Opening In 69 Days (And The Fans All Have The Same Response)
By Dirk Libbey published
Hilarious. Stupid, but Hilarious.

Gene Hackman Was Worth $80 Million When He Died. A Battle May Be Brewing Over His Estate
By Dirk Libbey published
The situation continues to unfold.

‘No Way That He Cannot.’ Blake Lively Scored A Legal Victory This Week, But Hugh Jackman And Other Celebs Could Still Be Dragged Into Lawsuits
By Dirk Libbey published
Blake Lively's famous friends could end up part of current lawsuit.

'Call Me': Jenna Ortega Revealed Another Childhood Horror Classic That She Adores And Would Be Down To Join A Sequel For
By Dirk Libbey published
Jenna Ortega has the perfect idea for her next horror movie appearance.

Epic DC Fan Art Sees Alexandra Daddario's Wonder Woman And Jensen Ackles' Batman Teaming Up With The New Superman
By Dirk Libbey published
This would be an amazing Justice League

Brad Pitt’s Divorce Was Recently Finalized After 8 Years. What’s Next For Him And Ines De Ramon?
By Dirk Libbey published
What does the end of Brad Pitt's marriage mean for his current relationship?

Rachel Zegler Was The Fairest Of Them All In Snow White Performance Gown, But Her Apple Purse Took Method Dressing To The Next Level
By Dirk Libbey published
Rachel Zegler stunned in her latest performance ahead of Snow White's debut.
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