Ariel cast by Disney for Live-Action ‘The Little Mermaid’

Halle Bailey. Photo by: Google

Disney has finally chosen an actress to play the new Ariel in the upcoming live-action remake of their hit animated film The Little Mermaid, and it’s none other than young actress Halle Bailey.

19-year-old Halle is known for acting in the show Grown-ish, but possibly more recognizable as part of the duo Chloe x Halle with her sister.

According to Digital Spy, the duo Chloe x Halle covered ‘Pretty Hurts’ by Beyoncé in a viral video and were later invited to open for Bey and Jay on the “On the Road II Tour’. The debut album of the said duo came out last year and featured them writing and producing every track.


Director Rob Marshall said that “after an extensive search, it was abundantly clear that Halle possesses that rare combination of spirit, heart, youth, innocence, and substance – plus a glorious singing voice – all intrinsic qualities necessary to play this iconic role.”

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