Originally Posted By Randy510 I have not been to DL since our annual passes lapsed last February. At that time Rod was ill and in the hospital. Our passes were renewed for my Bday and we will be going next weekend!!! Any word on his condition? TIA
Originally Posted By imadisneygal The word on his condition is that he is no longer going to be playing at Disneyland but may possibly play at local venues on rare occasion. It's a big loss for Disneyland and Rod's many fans and he'll be missed!
Originally Posted By YourPalEd Yes, Rod will be missed. He certainly brought a spirit of ragtime vaudeville, with his ability to play piano and joke at the same time. Johnie, and Alan are quite good too, but Rod showed you what a seasoned disneyland performer can do after, what was it?...18 years or so? I wish you the best Rod. Your Pal, Ed
Originally Posted By FaMulan Ed, Rod was at the piano for more than 30 years. A wonderful Disney Asset who will be greatly missed.
Originally Posted By PirateJohn >>Johnie, and Alan are quite good too, but Rod showed you what a seasoned disneyland performer can do after, what was it?...18 years or so? 35, but who's counting?
Originally Posted By Kala That is very sad news indeed. I was so looking forward to hearing him play when I get to go to DL again. Get Well soon Rod!
Originally Posted By DismayingObservation Rod's all that and a bag of chips. Truly a candidate for Disney Legend. Get well soon. You're an integral part of Disneyland history!
Originally Posted By Cindermomster I was at Disneyland this past Wed and Thursday and thought I saw Rod on the Keys!! Was I seeing things? It maybe just my imagination as it has been five too long years since I have been to the park. But did anyone else share my hallucination? Or was he really there?
