Walt Disney Company - Note: The decision was made to consolidate all Disney publications under the name Walt Disney Company. This profile is for Walt Disney, the characters he created, and the company he founded. Any questions, please ask in the Librarians Group.Walter Elias “Walt” Disney (December 5, 1901 – December 15, 1966) was an American film producer, director, screenwriter, voice actor, animator, entrepreneur, entertainer, international icon, and philanthropist. Disney is famous for his influence in the field of entertainment during the 20th century. As the co founder (with his brother Roy O. Disney) of Walt Disney Productions, Disney became one of the best known motion picture producers in the world. The corporation he co founded, now known as The Walt Note: The decision was made to con...