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It’s been nearly 25 years since we were first taken on the magical carpet journey that is Disney’s animated classic, Aladdin. (So yes, “A Whole New World” and “Prince Ali” have been stuck in your head ...

Disney fans know that the late Robin Williams improvised heavily and went on comedic tangents while recording the Genie role for Aladdin. As a result, truckloads of footage didn’t make the final cut.

Williams’ rise to fame started in the late 1970s with TV’s Mork & Mindy. And his manic comic persona made the sitcom a breakout hit, ultimately leading Williams to the big screen. So when Disney ...

NEW YORK (CBS SF/AP) - The casts of "Aladdin" - both the 1992 film and the current Broadway hit - are honoring Robin Williams, who played the manic, fast-talking, unforgettable Genie. Scot Weinger, ...

The world is still reeling from the loss of Robin Williams and the star's peers are continuing to honor his life. The latest tribute was from the cast of Broadway's 'Aladdin,' who included Tuesday's ...

Will Smith steps into one of his most scrutinized roles in the Disney remake. Can he live up to Robin Williams' legacy? By Josh Spiegel [This story contains spoilers for Disney’s live-action Aladdin] ...

Will Smith spoke about the live-action 'Aladdin's' hip-hop angle and how he made the character of the Genie his own when he visited 'Good Morning America' on Monday. By Katherine Schaffstall Will ...

Longtime Disney animator Ron Clements co-directed Disney’s 1992 “Aladdin” alongside John Musker. He shares his memories of working with Robin Williams on the animated blockbuster. Improv in voice ...