Walter Elias "Walt" Disney was an American entrepreneur, business magnate, animator, voice actor, producer, director, writer, and the eponymous founder of Disney Enterprises, Inc. One of the most famous and well-known motion picture producers in the world and a pioneer of the animation industry, Walt co-founded his namesake company, Walt Disney Productions, with his brother, Roy in 1923.
Walt Disney is in particular noted for being a successful storyteller, a hands-on film producer, and a popular showman. He and his staff created a number of the world's most popular animated properties; including the one creation that many consider Disney's alter-ego, Mickey Mouse.
Walt Disney was also the original voice of Mickey Mouse from 1928 to 1947and again from 1955 and 1962. He also did the original voices of Minnie Mouse and Pete as well.