NEWS: Disney Legend Rolly Crump Passes Away at 93

Came across this sad news a few moments ago. Disney Legend Rolly Crump passed away yesterday morning (March 12, 2023) at his in Carlsbad, California. I was just looking on Amazon last week for his books, It’s Kind Of A Cute Story to add to my Disney library, I have a couple of them digitally on Kindle but want physical copies. 

From the It’s Kind Of A Cute Story Facebook page:

“It is with a heavy heart that we announce that Roland “Rolly” Fargo Crump passed away peacefully yesterday morning at his home in Carlsbad, CA. He was 93 years old. 

A truly one-of-a-kind individual, Rolly’s whimsical work has been featured all over the world. Whether it was his numerous contributions to the Walt Disney films & theme parks, his work for various pop culture luminaries (like Ernie Ball and Jacques Cousteau), or his own personal artwork, Rolly’s incredible style was uniquely his and instantly recognizable to many. 

Rolly’s most notable work for The Walt Disney Company has profoundly impacted the theme park industry over the years. His designs contributed to the company’s most famous attractions, such as The Enchanted Tiki Room, the Haunted Mansion, it’s a small world, and more. His work went well beyond Disney, too, as he went on to create iconic work for Knott’s Berry Farm, Busch Gardens, the Sultan of Oman, and many more. 

He leaves behind a legacy that can never be matched, and the magic he crafted for countless people worldwide will never be forgotten. 

Rolly and his family would like to thank the fans for supporting his work over the years. His entire life was filled with one “kind of a cute story” after the next, and he will be remembered with lots of love.

Rolly Crump

February 27, 1930 - March 12, 2023”