Hank Ameen, Disney's current longest standing employee, reaches another milestone

ANAHEIM, Calif. (KABC) -- At 92 years old, Hank Ameen is Disney's longest serving employee with more than 62 years of service - and he isn't stopping.

This week, Ameen added another milestone to his extraordinary career. He received the Walt Disney Legacy Award, for people who embody Walt Disney's values of dreaming, creating and inspiring.

Ameen began working at Disneyland in 1958 as a Jungle Cruise skipper. He's since served as a Disneyland Resort firefighter.

Hank works as a Disneyland Resort firefighter and has been creating magic since 1958! One of his most unforgettable memories? Having lunch with Walt Disney himself!

At this week's ceremony, Ameen was asked about retiring.

He responded: "As long as I can smile and laugh, I'm going to be here."

To read more about his story, visit the Disney Parks Blog.

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