Ghost Hostess
This miniature "lady in white" type ghost beckons guests to hurry back at the end of the attraction. She was played (face and voice) by Leota Toombs. The character is said to have been inspired by the "arrangement hostesses" from the 1965 film The Loved One. It is unknown whether or not the Ghost Hostess is the same character as Madame Leota. Due to being played by the same woman, the two characters are often combined, such as in the 40th anniversary event at Disneyland. Fans often call the character "Little Leota," a label for the figure seen on blueprints for the attraction. However, the blueprint nickname refers to the figure as being a little version of Leota Toombs, and not the actual name of the Ghost Hostess. The Ghost Host mentioned the character in a line recorded (but unused) for Walt Disney World's Mansion, calling her a "charming ghostess" who takes applications from those who wish to join the happy haunts. Another character who has been referred to as a "Ghostess" appears in the ballroom scene.
In the 2003 film, her lines were spoken by Madame Leota (Jennifer Tilly) after the credits. In Phantom Manor, an amalgamation of the Ghost Hostess, Madame Leota, and Bride characters appears at the end of the attraction, played by Oona Lind.
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