# Don Iwerks: The Man Behind Disney’s Magic | Venice Beach News

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Published: 2026-07-12T19:45:20+00:00
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Don Iwerks, the visionary behind Disney’s groundbreaking special effects, has died at 96 — leaving behind a legacy that transformed cinema and theme parks. From 360-degree Circle-Vision films to 3-D rides like Captain EO, his innovations redefined immersive entertainment. Son of Mickey Mouse’s original animator, Ub Iwerks, Don began his career underwater filming for 20,000 Leagues and later engineered durable film systems for endless show runs. Inspired by Walt Disney’s “can-do” spirit, he believed tech should serve storytelling — even modeling the Lincoln Audio-Animatronic with his own hands. Co-founding Iwerks Entertainment, he created the Terminator’s 3-D projection system and earned top honors for his work. His impact endures through Disney’s attractions and a tribute on Main Street, U.S.A., honoring both him and his legendary father. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/521279358452889a

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