Rafiki "has a lowered waist, which makes her legs seem short," says Kadish. "Her feet are in shoes that are built up like platform shoes," only with the platforms rising above the feet.

Only when that façade disappears do you witness whose love was real. That revelation is where Rafiki shines because it’s not just the idyllic romance we see at the start. We need Kena and Ziki’s love ...

2024's Mufasa: The Lion King serves as a sequel and prequel in one, as it sees Rafiki tell Simba and Nala's daughter, Kiara, the story of how Mufasa came to be king.A significant reveal of the ...

Rafiki — a 25-year-old giraffe — was humanely euthanized on Sunday "following ongoing age-related medical issues" at the Brevard Zoo, officials announced on the zoo's website Tuesday.

The Brevard Zoo's iconic giraffe, Rafiki, has been euthanized after experiencing a series of medical problems, the Viera zoo announced Tuesday. "We’re heartbroken," the zoo's senior ...

Scientists reveal mysterious origin of Baobab trees, Rafiki's home in 'The Lion King' May 17, 2024 3:00 AM ET. By . Emily Kwong , Regina G. Barber , Rachel Carlson , Megan Lim ...

There's a hidden corner of Disney's Animal Kingdom you can't get to by foot. You need to take a train to get to Rafiki's Planet Watch, but it's well worth the detour for several unique ...