Types of Disney Fans
1. Betchy
These girls are usually the most basic. You can spot them at the parks wearing Ray Bans and perfectly applied makeup, taking snapchats on their iPhones and of course, wearing rose gold ears. They're heavy on aesthetics and want to take pictures with all the princesses. Because they are pretty, they will probably audition to be a Disney Princess face character (and get in). Their favorite princess is probably Cinderella.
Example of the Betchy Fan
2. Flynn Fangirls
I swear, the only reason why we have this whole Tangled vs. Frozen debacle in the first place is because the thirsty Team Tangled fans think Flynn is hot. They literally squeal every time they see Flynn's smolder. The same goes for Naveen fans, Eric fans, Peter Pan fans, etc. They literally go to the parks just to flirt and chase after the princes. What they see in those princes is beyond me but I guess more power to them?
Flynn's Smolder
3. Classic Nostalgia
I'm 1000% guilty of this. So guilty, in fact, that I'm almost proud. They love the old Walt movies, particularly Pinocchio, Bambi, Fantasia, Mary Poppins, and Alice in Wonderland. Their favorite movie is Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs cause it's the oldest, duh. They go on IMDB boards and argue how the older movies were so much better written, better animated, etc. They don't see Disney as mere entertainment, but as a true art form. Nothing new will ever be good enough for them; they pale in comparison to the old. The movies, the parks, everything was better in the good old days. Nothing can ever compare to what the old Walt did because the old Disney, is the true Disney. They like Disneyland better than Disney World because of that “classic” feel even though Disney World is bigger. They criticize the company's every move and like to complain about the corporate hungry CEO. Their catchphrases are “Walt is rolling in his grave” and “It's so sad Disney isn't doing 2D animation anymore.”
“Look, look aren't the older movies so much better? Look, look at that beautiful animation! Sigh I just miss the old Walt Disney movies. The new generation just won't understand and I feel sorry for them. Disney is cutting corners these days. I just love that C-L-A-S-S-I-C feel.”
“Isn't Walt the best?”
Gasp! *clutch pearls*. THAT isn't REAL Disney. What is this low-grade atrocity? How can people allow this??
Yes, the Classic Nostalgia Fan gets the most pictures because I like to make fun of myself.
4. Pretentious Know-it-All
This is basically the Disney version of the grammar nazi. They brag about getting 100% on Disney Buzzfeed quizzes and will correct you if you misquote a movie. Their catchphrases are “Elsa is not a princess, she's a QUEEN!” or “Her name is AURORA!!!!”
5. Youngin’
These “children”, ahem, are the opposite of the Classic Nostalgia fan. Since they're young, they've only seen the modern stuff and/or are relatively new to Disney. Their favorite Disney movies include Frozen, Zootopia, Tangled and Big Hero 6. Some of them reach into SJW territory, to the extent they actually start criticizing Classic Disney of sexism, racism, etc. Even worse are the Marvel and Star Wars fans who don't even like Disney to begin with but are only there because Disney bought them.
6. Normal Nerd
This is what comes to mind when most people picture a “Disney Fan.” They're quite quirky, love musical theater and are content to sing Disney songs all day. They still sleep with their stuffed animals. I love them. Surprisingly enough, The Normal Nerds tend to be more sane than the other Disney fans. While the Classic Nostalgia, the Pretentious Know-it-Alls and the Youngins tend to butt heads a lot, the Normal Nerd is mellow. Their favorite movie is probably The Lion King and their favorite princess is probably Belle. Unlike the Undercover Fan (see #10), they're not afraid to wear their hearts on their sleeves. They will probably apply to the Disney College Program and their dream job is to be an animator or Imagineer.
We're pretty chill
7. Hoarder
Disney loves them because they're the ones who translate their love into money. They have a treasure trove full of Disney merchandise, are super into pin trading and tsum tsums, and have annual passes to the parks, which they go to often. Their Disney DVD library is something to envy. We have to be grateful for these people because they're the ones who are keeping the company alive. They are why we still have nice things. Some of these Hoarders are also Disney foodies and run blogs, and some of them are older and already have kids. Like the Betchy fans, the Hoarders like to take Instagram photos of their Dole Whip. The Normal Nerd often overlaps with the Hoarder.
Look at this stuff, isn't it neat? Wouldn't you think my collection's complete? You want thingamabobs? I've got twenty!
8. Specialist
These people tend to focus their love on one aspect of Disney, whether that may translate into their Mickey Mouse T-shirt collection or Winnie-the-Pooh plushies.
I only like Pooh. I go to Disney only for Pooh. I even go to the bathroom only for Pooh, not Peeh. Pooh is lyfe.
9. Artisté
These people bless the internet with their beautiful fan art and are often creative in making up edits, fashion and Instagram accounts for Disney Princesses and characters. God bless these people.
This belongs in a museum
10. Undercover
These people look totally normal in real life and you'd never guess that they're Disney fans. It's often because they're too embarrassed to admit that they like such childish things. They often watch Disney movies alone at home, only to swiftly change the channel as soon as they hear their roommates' or their mom's footsteps. Surrounding themselves with more Nerds and Hoarders may help to get them out of their shell.
Quick! Hide! Don't Look at Me!
I'm definitely the Undercover turned Classic Nostalgia fan. What type of Disney fan are you? Comment below!