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Jim Cummings Omitted From Disney Legends Class at D23

His absence has sparked fan petitions and public criticism that question how Disney recognizes long-serving voice actors.

Overview

  • The 2026 Disney Legends class was inducted at D23 this past weekend and included Dwayne Johnson, the Jonas Brothers, Anne Hathaway, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Bob Iger and several other entertainers and contributors.
  • Jim Cummings, who was not named to the 2026 list, reposted fan complaints and posted an Instagram video filmed at the Anaheim Convention Center expressing his displeasure.
  • Fans launched a petition in April after the initial roster announcement and have continued pressing Disney on social media following the D23 ceremony.
  • Cummings has a four-decade career with roughly 1,500 credited roles for film, TV and games, including the voices of Winnie the Pooh, Tigger, Pete and Darkwing Duck.
  • The omission has focused attention on the Disney Legends selection process and could increase public pressure for future classes to include less-visible, long-serving contributors.