Was Pixar Always Part of Disney? Unraveling the Animated Empire No, Pixar was not always part of Disney. For a considerable period, Pixar operated as an independent entity, forging a strategic partnership with Disney that proved to be a revolutionary force in animation. It wasn’t until 2006 that Disney acquired Pixar in a landmark deal, ... Read more The post Was Pixar always part of Disney? appeared first on GB Times.