Walt Disney is famous around the world for creating Mickey Mouse, pioneering animated feature films, and building magical theme parks. Childhood and education He was born in Chicago, Illinois on December 5, 1901.He attended McKinley High School in Chicago and took classes at the Chicago Art Institute. Achievements He was a very successful film-maker, who created Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, Pinocchio, and the character Mickey Mouse.Apart from making films, he was also famous for opening Disneyland in 1955 and changing the amusement park industry. Family He had 3 brothers and 1 sister.He had 2 children (Diane and Sharon).Death and the continued success of The Walt Disney Studios. He died in Burbank, California on December 15, 1966.