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Marvin Montanaro

Marvin Montanaro is the Editor-in-Chief of That Park Place and a seasoned entertainment journalist with nearly two decades of experience across multiple digital media outlets and print publications. He joined That Park Place in 2024, bringing with him a passion for theme parks, pop culture, and film commentary. Based in Orlando, Florida, Marvin regularly visits Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando, offering firsthand reporting and analysis from the parks. He’s also the creative force behind The M4 Empire YouTube channel, bringing a critical eye toward the world of pop culture. Montanaro’s insights are rooted in years of real-world reporting and editorial leadership. He can be reached via email at mmontanaro@thatparkplace.com SOCIAL MEDIA: X: http://x.com/marvinmontanaro Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marvinmontanaro Facebook: https://facebook.com/marvinmontanaro YouTube: http://YouTube.com/TheM4Empire Email: mmontanaro@thatparkplace.com
Jimmy Kimmel Pushes False Narrative About Charlie Kirk’s Alleged Killer in Latest Late-Night Tirade

Jimmy Kimmel Pushes False Narrative About Charlie Kirk’s Alleged Killer in Latest Late-Night Tirade

by | Sep 17, 2025 | , , , ,

Jimmy Kimmel has long been one of the most partisan voices on late-night television, but his recent comments about the assassination of Charlie Kirk crossed from mockery into outright misinformation. On his ABC show, Kimmel smeared conservatives and President Trump by wrongly claiming Kirk’s alleged killer was a Trump supporter. The reality? Evidence has revealed the suspect was radicalized by supposed “anti-fascist” rhetoric — the very opposite of the narrative Kimmel peddled to his shrinking audience.

Disney World Now Cheaper Than Dollywood for Florida Residents This Holiday Season Following Slow Summer

Disney World Now Cheaper Than Dollywood for Florida Residents This Holiday Season Following Slow Summer

by | Sep 17, 2025 | , , ,

Walt Disney World has rolled out a surprising new deal for Florida residents that makes a day at Disney actually cheaper than Dollywood. The limited-time offer slashes daily ticket costs to just $70 per day—a number that not only undercuts Disney’s usual steep pricing but also places it below Dollywood’s standard one-day admission.

Sucker Punch and PlayStation Hide Ghost of Yotei Trailer From X After Former Dev Drew Harrison Celebrated Death of Charlie Kirk

Sucker Punch and PlayStation Hide Ghost of Yotei Trailer From X After Former Dev Drew Harrison Celebrated Death of Charlie Kirk

by | Sep 16, 2025 | , , , ,

The controversy surrounding Sucker Punch Productions is not going away. Just days after reports surfaced that senior developer Drew Harrison was fired following her celebration of Charlie Kirk’s assassination, the studio has dropped a brand-new trailer for Ghost of Yotei. But fans immediately noticed something unusual: while the Ghost of Yotei trailer has been posted to YouTube and Bluesky, it has not been shared on X, one of the largest gaming discussion hubs on the internet.

Disney Offers $245K Salary for DEI Director Role Despite Bob Iger’s Pledge to “Quiet the Noise” on Divisive Politics

Disney Offers $245K Salary for DEI Director Role Despite Bob Iger’s Pledge to “Quiet the Noise” on Divisive Politics

by | Sep 16, 2025 | , , , ,

When Bob Iger returned as Disney CEO, he suggested the company would step back from divisive politics and “quiet the noise” surrounding its involvement in culture wars. Yet Disney’s latest hiring move makes it clear the corporation is not backing away from its controversial diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs. In fact, it’s doubling down — with a position that pays nearly a quarter of a million dollars per year.

False J.K. Rowling Cancer Rumor Explodes Online as Social Media Users Cheer for Her Death

False J.K. Rowling Cancer Rumor Explodes Online as Social Media Users Cheer for Her Death

by | Sep 16, 2025 | , , ,

A disturbing rumor spread across social media this week claimed that Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling had been diagnosed with cancer. While Rowling’s representatives quickly clarified that the story was false, the damage was already done. The so-called “joke” triggered a wave of glee from hostile corners of the internet — the same sort of vile celebratory rhetoric seen daily since the tragic assassination of Charlie Kirk.

The Matrix Co-Creator Lilly Wachowski Defends Fired DC Writer Who Mocked Charlie Kirk Assassination — While Adapting Writer’s Controversial Novel

The Matrix Co-Creator Lilly Wachowski Defends Fired DC Writer Who Mocked Charlie Kirk Assassination — While Adapting Writer’s Controversial Novel

by | Sep 16, 2025 | , , , , ,

In the days following the tragic assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, Hollywood figures and entertainment insiders continue to reveal where they stand on one of the most disturbing political killings in modern American history. The latest voice to emerge and attack Charlie Kirk is Lilly Wachowski, the co-creator of The Matrix and a biological male who identifies as female.

Scuba-Clad Thief Robs Thousands From Disney Springs Restaurant and Escapes by Swimming Away

Scuba-Clad Thief Robs Thousands From Disney Springs Restaurant and Escapes by Swimming Away

by | Sep 16, 2025 | , , , ,

Only at Walt Disney World could something this outrageous happen—a robbery straight out of a Hollywood heist film. In the early hours of Monday morning, a thief in scuba gear allegedly robbed Paddlefish at Disney Springs and then swam away and escaped. Authorities say he made off with between $10,000 and $20,000 before vanishing into the waters surrounding the restaurant.

Hollywood Elites Deny Children’s Charity $100K Through Long-Winded Emmy Speeches

Hollywood Elites Deny Children’s Charity $100K Through Long-Winded Emmy Speeches

by | Sep 15, 2025 | , , , , ,

When it comes to self-importance, Hollywood never disappoints. Sunday night’s Emmy Awards tried something different: host Nate Bargatze set up a clever gimmick where Hollywood celebrity winners could either help raise money for kids in need or — if they couldn’t keep their mouths shut — siphon funds away. And guess what happened? Hollywood Emmy speeches proved exactly why so many people can’t stand award shows anymore.

Bethesda Tweets and Deletes Video Appearing to Mock Charlie Kirk Tragedy — “You Don’t Care Much About These Fas**sts, Do You?”

Bethesda Tweets and Deletes Video Appearing to Mock Charlie Kirk Tragedy — “You Don’t Care Much About These Fas**sts, Do You?”

by | Sep 15, 2025 | , , ,

In the wake of the tragic assassination Charlie last week, outrage has erupted over Bethesda, a major video game studio, being accused of mocking his death online. The post in question has since been deleted, but as of this writing, Bethesda has not issued an apology or statement addressing the backlash.

Elizabeth Banks Brags That Five Women One Man Nominated for Best Director at Emmys – Man Immediately Wins

Elizabeth Banks Brags That Five Women One Man Nominated for Best Director at Emmys – Man Immediately Wins

by | Sep 15, 2025 | , , , , ,

Elizabeth Banks just had her second major awards-show faceplant at the Emmys, and this one might be even funnier than the last.

At the 2025 Emmy Awards, Banks was tapped to present Outstanding Directing for a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie. Rather than simply introduce the nominees and let the moment speak for itself, she tried to make it into a feminist statement. Banks proudly pointed out that five of the six nominees were women, touting it as a big cultural milestone.

Cue the punchline: the one man nominated — Philip Barantini, for Adolescence — immediately won.

Stephen King Movie ‘The Long Walk’ Flops at the Box Office After Author Caught Spreading Charlie Kirk Misinformation

Stephen King Movie ‘The Long Walk’ Flops at the Box Office After Author Caught Spreading Charlie Kirk Misinformation

by | Sep 15, 2025 | , , , ,

Stephen King made headlines this past week, but not for his writing. The famed horror author found himself at the center of controversy after spreading misinformation about Charlie Kirk in the hours following Kirk’s tragic assassination. Just as the nation was processing the shocking news from Utah, King rushed to social media to falsely accuse Kirk of advocating for the stoning of gay people.