Walt Disney (December 5, 1901-1966) - Founder of Walt Disney Productions, Disney Theme Parks, and the legendary force behind many of today's most beloved characters and stories. His legacy includes Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, Pinocchio, Fantasia, Dumbo, Cinderella, Disneyland, and Disney World. For his work, Disney received 59 Oscar nominations, 26 Oscar Awards, and 7 Emmy Awards.