

“I was so happy that I couldn’t even cry.” “Today was a dream come true that I never could have imagined,” gushed Diana. It’s cast members like Diana that make a Disney day special.” “I’ve been coming to Magic Kingdom with my daughter every year for the last 15 years, and every trip we stop and talk to her. “When we heard Diana was going to be in the parade today, we just had to see her,” shared Vicki, a longtime Magic Kingdom guest in attendance.

Today, those busy sidewalks were filled with cheers of excitement and delight as the iconic Grand Marshal vehicle rolled through Magic Kingdom – this time creating magic for Diana and her family as they were honored ahead of the Disney “Festival of Fantasy” Parade. She is one of the first faces guests see when they enter Magic Kingdom, and Diana uses her radiant smile, welcoming personality, and enthusiastic wave hello to transform Main Street’s bustling sidewalks into gateways that feel like home. As a coordinator on the Magic Kingdom park arrival team for nearly 16 years, Diana has helped start countless guests’ unique journeys through the Magic Kingdom in the most impactful ways. fills with the irresistible scent of freshly popped popcorn, a sense of anticipation, and the sound of a heartfelt “Good morning!” from cast member Diana Shephard-Martin. Each morning the air on Main Street, U.S.A.
