Event Brief
Disney World guest dies after cardiac emergency on ride
Filed: Jul 17, 2026 at 4:03 PM ET
Summary: A 54-year-old man with a heart condition suffered a cardiac emergency on "It's a Small World" at Magic Kingdom and later died.
WHO: A 54-year-old Disney World guest
WHAT: The guest suffered a cardiac emergency on the "It's a Small World" ride and later died at a hospital.
WHEN: Jul 17, 2026 at 2:58 PM ET
WHERE: Magic Kingdom, Walt Disney World Resort
WHY: He had a pre-existing heart condition and suffered a cardiac emergency.
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