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Former NBT Artist Meg Donnelly Reacts to Radio Disney Shutting Down

Former NBT Artist Meg Donnelly Reacts to Radio Disney Shutting Down

Meg Donnelly is reacting to the sad news that Radio Disney is going off the air.

The 20-year-old singer and actress, who was the Radio Disney’s Next Big Thing (NBT) artist in 2019, took to Instagram story to share her thoughts.

“I am so so so sadden to hear that Radio Disney will [be] closing it’s operations in 2021. i will be forever grateful to @rdvpgm & the @radiodisney team,” Meg wrote. “you supported me through EVERYTHING, especially helping me get started with my music journey with such amazing opportunities….. jheez. where do i even start???”

“from being honored as a NBT (!!!!!!), to performing at the Radio Disney stages in EPCOT (which was a dream i had since i was a little kid), [Arthur] Ashe Kids Day, performing at @disneyaulani resort in Hawaii,” she continued. “performing at the ARDYS, AND BEing asked to interview Janet Jackson, YES!!! literally Janet Jackson. these experiences as well as so many more… i will never forget.”

“you guys have helped me grow as an musical artist and as the person i wanna be. thank you so much and I wish you all the best for the future and I know our paths will cross again.”

Meg is pictured here in pink at the 2019 ARDYs: A Radio Disney Music Celebration, and at the 2018 Radio Disney Music Awards.

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Radio Disney Is Going Off The Air After 25 Years!

Radio Disney Is Going Off The Air After 25 Years!

It’s the end of an era…

Radio Disney is coming to a close after 25 years on the air, Deadline reveals.

The Disney radio station began in 1996 and will go off the air in early 2021, amid a lot of restructuring changes within the Walt Disney Company.

Radio Disney has been home to the ARDYS and Next Big Thing, which featured up and coming artists throughout the years, including Meg Donnelly, Chloe x Halle, Camila Cabello, R5, Bea Miller, Jordan Fisher, Sofia Carson and many more.

“Radio Disney and Radio Disney Country will cease operations in the first quarter of 2021. The announcement was made today by Gary Marsh, president and chief creative officer, Disney Branded Television, who today addressed the 36 full- and part-time employees who will be impacted by the closure early next year,” Disney said in an official statement. “Radio Disney in Latin America is a separate operation and is not impacted by the announcement today.”

“The difficult decision to close these two radio networks coincided with Disney’s recently announced structural changes that call for Disney Branded Television to sharpen its focus on increasing production of kids’ and family content for Disney+ and Disney Channels. Division leaders also took into account the fast evolving media environment that provides more personalized music choices than ever to a generation of young consumers, and the ongoing public health crisis that continues to affect in-person music events.”

Radio Disney Launches New Dance Series 'On The One' On YouTube

Radio Disney Launches New Dance Series 'On The One' On YouTube

Radio Disney is diving into the dance scene!

The Disney radio station has just launched a new short form dance series called “On The One“.

Each video in the series will feature a song currently or previously played on Radio Disney and will be choreographed by well-known dance influencers, and will take place in an unexpected location. All episodes are also filmed in only ONE TAKE!!

The first video was shot at the Radio Disney studio, is choreographed by mega dance influencers Kaycee Rice and Sean Lew, and is set to Miley Cyrus’ “Party in the USA.”

Jenna Ortega To Host Weekly Show on Radio Disney - Details!

Jenna Ortega To Host Weekly Show on Radio Disney - Details!

You might want to start listening to Radio Disney if you’re a big Jenna Ortega fan — because she’s going to have a show on there!

The station announced today that the Stuck in the Middle and Elena of Avalor actress will host a new weekly show called “What’s Good”.

PHOTOS: Check out the latest pics of Jenna Ortega

The hour-long show will follow Jenna as she spotlights weekly inspirational stories, shares positive news, reveals her favorite trends, and interviews co-stars and friends from other Disney Channel shows.

What’s Good with Jenna Ortega will premiere NEXT Wednesday, July 5th @ 4PM PT/ 7PM ET on Radio Disney.

You can also listen to the show on the Radio Disney app, Sirius XM 79, TuneIn, iHeartRadio and Aha Radio digital streaming services.

Lucas Grabeel Makes Jazz Square Cameo in Radio Disney's 'New Beginnings' Vid - Watch Now!

Lucas Grabeel Makes Jazz Square Cameo in Radio Disney's 'New Beginnings' Vid - Watch Now!

Lucas Grabeel reluctantly gives Chase a high-five in the new comedy video from Radio Disney called “New Beginnings”.

Premiering exclusively on JJJ, RD hosts Maddy and Chase rounded up their pals from Disney to create a fun back-to-school themed video.

Lucas even shows off how to do a proper jazz square, because “everyone loves one”.

Alli Simpson, Alex Aiono, Olivia Rodrigo, Madison Hu, Trinitee Stokes, and Jojo Siwa also appear in the video. Check it out below!


“New Beginnings” Music Video | Radio Disney

Sofia Carson Talks Her Influences & Girl Power in Exclusive Featurette - Watch Now!

Sofia Carson Talks Her Influences & Girl Power in Exclusive Featurette - Watch Now!

Sofia Carson opens up about her influences and her message of positivity in this new Radio Disney NBT featurette, premiering exclusively on JustJaredJr.com.

In the short vid, the 23-year-old singer and Adventures in Babysitting actress talks about wanting to be an entertainer since she was three-years-old, being inspired by Beyonce, Taylor Swift and Jennifer Lopez as well as the beautiful message in her debut single “Love is the Name.”

“It’s all about living life in the moment and giving it everything you’ve got. I wanted that to be my message for young girls everywhere, that they can do anything they dream of,” Sofia explained.

Check out the whole video below…


Sofia Carson – Radio Disney NBT

Radio Disney Is Launching a New Show With a 13-Year-Old Host!

Radio Disney Is Launching a New Show With a 13-Year-Old Host!

Radio Disney is getting ready to launch a new weekly program and it’s being hosted by a 13-year-old DJ!

Lela B is set to host “Really Good Time,” where she’ll get the chance to play some of her favorite songs every week!

In addition to DJing, Lela is a rapper, model and actress. Is there anything she can’t do!?

Her show kicks off next week with a special program being broadcast on Monday, July 4, at 2 PM PT. After that, you can catch Lela DJing every Saturday night at 5 PM PT/ET on Radio Disney.

Stay tuned to JJJ to learn more about DJ Lela B!

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