Disney Defeats Arizona Couple in $400,000 Lawsuit After Club 33 Membership Revocation Allegedly Due to Public Intoxication Claims

In a dramatic legal showdown, an Arizona couple who spent a staggering $400,000 fighting Disney for their spot in the prestigious Club 33 has come up short.

Scott and Diana Anderson, both in their 60s, were removed from the elite club back in 2017, with the Los Angeles Times reporting it was due to an allegation of Scott being publicly intoxicated.

A Dream Deferred

The Andersons had spent two decades saving up for the exclusive membership, waiting a decade on a waiting list before finally receiving their invitation in 2012.

Their commitment to the club was so strong that they decided to battle Disney to retain their place.

“He doesn’t want to be known as a drunk,” said their attorney, Sean Macias, during the trial.

“They love that place. They took the fight to Disney because it’s his name.”

Club 33: A Hidden Gem at Disneyland

Club 33 is a secretive sanctuary located in the heart of Disneyland’s New Orleans Square.

Members pay thousands of dollars for access to luxurious dining, a private lounge, and the company of fellow affluent Disney fans.

For the Andersons, joining this exclusive club was a dream come true, albeit a costly one.

“It’s like four times as much money as we thought it was going to be, and it was like ‘okay great,’ but you know, this is our world at this point,” Scott told 12 News.

The Dispute Unfolds

The couple’s dream turned sour when, on September 3, 2017, security at California Adventure reported finding Scott showing signs of intoxication.

The Andersons argued that Scott was actually suffering from a vestibular migraine, not drunk, and accused Disney of conducting a shoddy investigation.

Their attorney claimed there were no Breathalyzer or blood tests and that a medical expert confirmed Scott’s symptoms were related to a small amount of wine.

Legal Defenses and Financial Fallout

Disney’s lawyer, Jonathan E. Phillips, countered that Club 33’s rules strictly prohibit public intoxication.

“They did not want to pay the consequences of failing to follow the rules,” Phillips stated, noting that Scott’s actions led to his wife losing her long-cherished dream of Club 33 access.

The Andersons claimed Disney’s actions were retaliatory, prompted by their previous complaints about another member.

The couple sought reinstatement, $10,500 to cover unused membership, and $231,000 for seven years’ worth of membership.

However, a 2016 warning letter had already cautioned Diana that further infractions could result in revocation.

The Fight Continues

Scott expressed his determination to fight on, despite the setbacks.

“My retirement is set back five years. I’m paying through the nose.

Every day, I’m seeing another bill, and I’m about to keel over,” he said.

Diana echoed his sentiment, declaring she was willing to do whatever it took to keep fighting, even saying she would “sell a kidney” if necessary.