Scott and Diana Anderson have spent nearly $400,000 to get reinstated in Disney’s exclusive Club 33.
After being expelled from Club 33 after holding their $32,000 per year membership that took them 12 years to get, the couple tried to get reinstated by suing the company. Unfortunately, the jury ruled in favor of Disney.
The worst part with Club 33 is, conservatively, 80 percent of all members are selling access,” Diana claims. “And they’re selling all the merchandise online. They’re making cottage industries off this place.”
What Is Club 33?
Club 33 is an ultra-exclusive club for important figures to enjoy Disney without being a part of the crowd. From gourmet cuisines to special perks unknown to most, powerful Disney fans can enjoy the perks the park offers members of the club.
The club was created after General Electric partnered with Disneyland during the 1964 World’s Fair and requested that a private lounge be constructed within the park. Originally supposed to be located inside the Carousel of Progress, the lounge has found its forever home in New Orleans Square.
Club 33 isn’t just located in Disneyland. All of Disney’s theme parks have Club 33s and perks associated with the theme parks they are located in.
Joining the club sounds fun, but the waitlist and the price tag make the lounge valuable to those who value their privacy.
Club 33 Doesn’t Want the Couple as Members
Even if you have the cash to pay for the annual membership, Club 33 is accessible by invitation only. Disney makes the ultimate decision on whether or not someone is worthy of the club. This means that someone who is already a member cannot make you a member.
Several factors play into if someone is eligible.
The primary variables are fame, money, and influence. Some of the most notable members of the club include Christina Aguilera, Elton John, Tom Hanks, Tiger Woods, and Katy Perry.
The couple are not the only members to get the boot from the club. Actress Rebel Wilson was suspended for 30 days for taking a picture in the bathroom, which is prohibited under California law.
Six months later, she announced on “The Daily Show” that she was suspended again for taking a video of her dancing with Minnie Mouse in the Grand Salon.
