Celebrity sightings at Disneyland are as old as the park itself. Disney entertainment is for EVERYONE — rich and famous stars included!
We heard of actors, musicians, athletes, political figures, and every major name in between visiting the “Happiest Place on Earth” since it opened 70 years ago. In just my seven years of covering the resort, I’ve seen dozens of celebrities post about their visit all over social media. Recently, Modern Family star and noted Disney parks fan Sarah Hyland once again added her name to the list. Spoiler alert: her ride photos do NOT disappoint.
Sarah Hyland, who played Hayley on the long-running Modern Family sitcom (which famously featured a Disneyland episode), visited the Disneyland Resort along with her husband, DJ, and former Bachelorette contestant Wells Adams and others.
Hyland documented the trip with a carousel of Instagram photos, along with the caption:
“My favorite people at my favorite (& happiest) place on earth! Had to come and celebrate #Disneyland70 before heading back to Ny! As always, I cried during World of Color, sang all the songs with my best friends, and started missing our stay before it even ended. Thank you #disneyland and, especially, Philander for the most magical time.”
In addition to a group shot — including a Disneyland tour guide — in front of California Adventure’s Pixar Pier, the post featured ride photos from Tiana’s Bayou Adventure…
…Incredicoaster…
… and Space Mountain, among other snaps. See? These Disney fans know how to pose for a SWEET ride photo. How fun!
We love seeing how celebrities spend their time in the Disney parks. While some snap shots of their food, others spend the day hitting up allll the best rides (typically with a VIP escort). You never know who you might see!
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Just a quick correction, Wells is Sarah’s husband – not DJ.