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Disney Designer Eddie Sotto Passes Away at 67

12/23/2025

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Eddie Sotto, a renowned theme park designer, died on December 17 at age 67.
He was celebrated for Disney contributions, including Main Street, U.S.A. at Disneyland Paris and Space Mountain music.
He began his career at Imagineering in 1986 as a self-taught designer.
His work extended beyond Disney, influencing automotive design.
In his final days, he remained passionate about theme parks and watched Disneyland fireworks.

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Story summary

Eddie Sotto, a renowned theme park designer, died on December 17 at age 67.
He was celebrated for Disney contributions, including Main Street, U.S.A. at Disneyland Paris and Space Mountain music.
He began his career at Imagineering in 1986 as a self-taught designer.
His work extended beyond Disney, influencing automotive design.
In his final days, he remained passionate about theme parks and watched Disneyland fireworks.