Donald Duck Stars in Special ‘Hot Ones’ Episode

As part of a ‘90 years’ celebration of the iconic animated Walt Disney Company character, Donald appears on the celebrity interview show to prove he can take on the heat after a challenge by Daisy Duck.

In celebration of 90 years of Donald Duck Hot Ones has released a special episode with guest star Donald Duck. Put up to the challenge by Daisy Duck and with support from Mickey Mouse, Donald is set to prove he can take on the heat of a curated set of Disney hot sauces over cauliflower wings as host Sean Evans dives into a series of questions. The episode highlights Donald's history while also showcasing his famous temperament.

Hosted by Evans and created by Chris Schonberger, Hot Ones is a celebrity interview show where guests are asked questions while they eat hot wings. The show has welcomed a range of stars from actors like Jennifer Lawrence, Idris Elba, and Viola Davis to comedians like Kevin Hart, John Mulaney, and Conan O'Brien and top athletes such as Stephen Curry and Shaquille O'Neal.

Donald Duck has played a key role in Disney's unparalleled storytelling legacy, with his relatable frustrations with everyday life and events. His popularity and accomplishments both on and off screen have earned him numerous accolades, including a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame as well as having his webbed footprints immortalized in cement outside the famed Chinese Theatre in Hollywood.

"Mickey Mouse and his friends, including Donald Duck have always been a part of popular culture so it only made sense that Donald and Mickey appear on one of the most recognized Internet shows with celebrity guests," said Tim Pennoyer, director, Brand Marketing, The Walt Disney Company. 

Animation for Donald Duck on the episode was done by the Walt Disney Animation Studios team, led by legendary animator Eric Goldberg (Disney's Aladdin, Disney's Pocahontas). Tony Anselmo voiced Donald Duck, while Bret Iwan voiced Mickey Mouse.

"It's been a great honor to direct two of our greatest stars, Donald Duck and Mickey Mouse, on this special episode of Hot Ones,” said Goldberg. “Of course, Donald can get a bit cranky at times, but all of the artists involved loved animating him! It was a blast working with Sean Evans and the Hot Ones team, and the voices of Donald, Tony Anselmo, and Mickey, Bret Iwan."

Watch Donald do his thing on Hot Ones:

Source: The Walt Disney Company

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