"Disneyland's Iconic Characters and Cast Members Pursue Unionization"

Disneyland employees who portray Disney characters are seeking to join the Actor’s Equity Association, with more than 30% support already gathered for a representation vote. The union aims to represent 1,700 employees in the characters and parades departments, seeking better wages to match the high cost of living in Orange County, California. While performers at Disney World are already in a union and receive higher pay, Disneyland recently increased minimum hourly wages for its performers. The company's domestic parks and experiences unit remains highly profitable, despite ongoing challenges in other areas of its business.