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Walt Disney was frozen after death

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in General Factchecking by Journeyman (2.0k points)
https://www.ripleys.com/weird-news/is-walt-disney-frozen/

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by Novice (850 points)
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False. This pbs.org article states that Walt Disney being cryogenically frozen is a rumor that started decades ago. His own daughter even stated, "There is absolutely no truth that my father, Walt Disney, wished to be frozen. I doubt that my father had ever heard of cryonics.” The article also claims that Walt was cremated 2 days after his death and his urn holding his ashes were interred at the family mausoleum in the Forrest Lawn Cemetery of Glendale, California. 

https://www.pbs.org/newshour/health/how-a-strange-rumor-of-walt-disneys-death-became-legend

by Master (5.4k points)
That’s just what they would say if it was a secret.
by Genius (41.4k points)
Good job providing a solid explanation, rating, source, and even a quote. Well done!
by Master (5.4k points)
? Huh ? Is this comment intentional?
by Genius (41.4k points)
I was commenting on the fact-check by @obuzil not the comments.
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by Novice (570 points)
by Genius (41.4k points)
Your fact-check includes a source and a rating. Nice job! However, it's missing the detailed explanation (see the sidebar of this page).
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by Newbie (210 points)
According to Solace, Walt Disney is not frozen. This website claims that family members confirmed he was cremated and had his ashes spread in California. The idea that he was frozen after death is just a myth that has been debunked.

https://www.solacecares.com/blog/debunking-an-urban-legend-walt-disney-isnt-frozen/
by Genius (41.4k points)
You've provided a strong explanation with a source and details on why the claim is false. Don't forget to add a rating, such as "misinformation." The sidebar of this page has more information about ratings.
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by Newbie (270 points)
Misinformation

It was only rumored that Walt Disney was frozen and many people started spreading this legend.

https://www.pbs.org/newshour/health/how-a-strange-rumor-of-walt-disneys-death-became-legend
by Genius (41.4k points)
You've provided a strong explanation with a source and details on why the claim is false. Plus, you've added a rating (re: misinformation). Good work! For future fact-checks, you can add a bit more detail to your explanation or considering including a quote from an expert or source in the link.

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