9 conspiracy theories about Walt Disney that have been proven false

Walt Disney trying to convince a penguin to play his part in a "Silly Symphony," 1934.Hulton Archive/Getty Images

• Walt Disney is both a beloved and controversial figure in American history.
• Over the years, there have been many conspiracy theories, rumors, and myths surrounding both his life and death.
• For example, many believe that Walt Disney cryogenically froze himself, which is not true.
• There are books, podcasts, movies, and websites all dedicated to figuring out who the real Walt Disney was.

The life and times of Walt Disney have always been a popular topic of discussion.

After all, he embodies the American Dream: he started as a poor student in the Midwest, and ended up being one of the most influential people in history. The theme parks he created are some of the most visited places in the world.

The downside? This notoriety makes him the subject of hundreds of rumors and myths, most of which are untrue.

In honor of Walt Disney's 119th birthday on December 5, here are the top 9 myths about him that are simply false.