Spencer, Ashley
Disney High: The Untold Story of the Rise and Fall of Disney Channel's Tween Empire
- ISBN 13:
- 9781250283450
- author:
- Spencer, Ashley
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- St. Martin's Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2024
- Pages:
- 336
- Dimensions:
- 22.9 x 16.5 x 2.8 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Biography, Entertainment & Performing Arts, Biography,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 2 working days
Description
The Rise and Fall of Disney Channel's Tween Empire The Disney Channel's meteoric rise to prominence in the 2000s was a cultural phenomenon that captivated millions of young viewers. From its humble beginnings as a forgotten stepchild within the Walt Disney Company, the network reinvented itself as a powerhouse tween network, churning out billions of dollars in original content and producing triple-threat stars whose careers were almost entirely controlled by the corporation. As the network's influence grew, so did the pressure on its stars, creatives, and executives. Culture journalist Ashley Spencer delves into the inner workings of the Disney Channel machine, revealing the highs, lows, and behind-the-scenes drama that defined its heyday. With hundreds of exclusive new interviews, Spencer offers a unique and intimate look at the world of Disney Channel, where the lines between fame, fortune, and fanfare were constantly blurred. This book is a fascinating and revealing look at the Disney Channel's rise to fame and its eventual downfall.