A Disneyland visitor, identified online as Toni, 26, is facing criticism for allegedly harassing actors who portray Peter Pan at the theme park. Social media users have documented her extensive and persistent interactions with the performers, with some videos garnering millions of views and sparking debates about appropriate fan behavior.
Toni, who describes herself as a long-time admirer of Peter Pan, has shared numerous videos on TikTok documenting her encounters with the actors. Critics argue that her behavior, which includes posing for photos, reading books with the performers, and presenting them with gifts, often appears to make the actors uncomfortable. One widely shared clip shows an actor reacting with apparent surprise and discomfort as Toni approaches him with a camera and a homemade gift.
Online commentators have labeled Toni a "stalker" and urged the actors to seek protective measures. "He f---ing hates you," one commenter wrote, interpreting the actor's tone and body language in a video. Others expressed concern for the performers' well-being, suggesting they should have the right to break character to address uncomfortable situations without repercussion, particularly citing workplace harassment laws in California.
Disney has policies in place to manage adult guest behavior, such as prohibiting costumes for guests over 14. However, concerns have been raised about the support provided to performers dealing with uncomfortable or harassing interactions. A former Disneyland performer who portrayed Princess Elsa alleged to DailyMail that she felt "froze in fear" after an adult male guest engaged in inappropriate physical contact and made suggestive remarks. The former performer claimed that despite filing incident reports, the company did not take sufficient action, leading to her experiencing "some PTSD" from her seven-year tenure.
Representatives for Disney did not immediately respond to requests for comment regarding these specific allegations or broader performer safety protocols. The online discourse highlights a tension between passionate fandom and the professional boundaries expected in themed entertainment environments.