People Want Jessica Rabbit In Disney Parks

The question is, which version should we see? While barraged by complaints about the mask, one thing is certainly clear now - whether or not it's with an improved mask or as a face character, people DO want to see a Jessica Rabbit mascot in the Disney parks. The people who were displeased by the look of the mask took to the internet in droves to make their opinion known. However, it didn't keep people from favoriting or liking the photos of Jessica's park debut, and there are some people now showing their appreciation for not only the costume, but the fact that Disney did something amazingly cool by prominently including the characters from Who Framed Roger Rabbit in their event.

The Jessica Rabbit Debate - Park Character Under Heavy Scrutiny

For all these 25 years since Who Framed Roger Rabbit was released, I had hoped for the day when somehow Jessica Rabbit would be a walk-around character in the Disney parks. It seemed very much improbable. Pretty darn close to every Disney character has been included over the years. However, regardless of popularity, ANY character omissions are very noticeable. Jessica was one of those characters, from a ground breaking and critically acclaimed movie, to never be seen walking around the parks. On May 24 2013, Jessica Rabbit made her first ever character debut in the Disneyland Paris park, which was part of the Disney Dreamers Event. The photos got a lot of attention, very VERY negative attention. People were not at all pleased with how Jessica looked.

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The big argument around the internet was that Jessica should be a face character. This is not technically the first time there was a real Jessica character by Disney. They did toy with the idea back in 1991 for their Disney On Ice show, making that her only live appearance until now. The Jessica character for that show was a woman in a Jessica costume. While it was great the character was included, there is something that didn't hit the mark - and that brings us to the face vs. masked debate.

Jessica Rabbit Had A Real Costume

Earlier this year, the Victoria & Albert Museum in London showcased the Hollywood Costume exhibition. News stretched around the world with photos of THE most iconic movie costumes in cinema history all under one roof. The exhibit's purpose was to call attention to the important role a costume can have in movie storytelling. Darth Vader, Dorothy Gale, Indiana Jones, Scarlett O'Hara, Spiderman, Dick Tracy and The Blues Brothers were just a few of the 100 costumes open for public viewing. While the exhibit itself was something to behold, there was also a never-before-revealed bit of information about Jessica Rabbit. What could a costume exhibit have to do with Jessica.....

Disney's Only Official Jessica Rabbit FOUND

THIS JUST IN! ImNotBad.com reader, Daniel, went on a search for the elusive Jessica Rabbit from the Walt Disney World on Ice show back in 1990. I for one have never seen any photos of her and didn't even know she was in this show until recently, which was confirmed by Roger Rabbit creator, Gary Wolf. We now have a photo of the first ever live Jessica Rabbit costumed character - officially by Disney!

Disney On Ice Show With Jessica Rabbit

According to The Disney Wiki, Roger Rabbit made a guest appearances in two of the Disney on Ice shows. During his first appearance at the Walt Disney World on Ice: 10th Anniversary show in 1991, Roger helps Scrooge McDuck find Huey, Dewey and Louie who all disappeared when a time machine wreaks havoc. Feeling bad for Scrooge, Roger brings him to Eddie Valiant's office. Roger and Eddie try to cheer up Scrooge by telling him jokes, but it does not seem to work. Then Jessica Rabbit joins in!

Is Angelina The Human Jessica Rabbit

An article on Women24.com is holding an opinion poll - asking if Angelina Jolie is the equivalent of the human version of Jessica Rabbit. While in Japan to promote Brad Pitt's new film, Angelina wore a very form fitting red dress. She is on a growing list of celebrities who might be opting for a Jessica Rabbit-inspired look. Head over to Women24.com to take the poll!

The Real Jessica Rabbit

Ever wonder what a real life Jessica Rabbit would look like? Well check out this amazing interpretation by artist Ryan Astamendi. You can also check out his blog for more of his fantastic work, including Disney Princesses.
Jessica Rabbit By Ryan Astamendi
To see photos of the only official Jessica Rabbit costumed character by Disney - Click Here.