Actresses Who Voiced Disney Princesses Reveal Their Unexpected Choice For Best Disney Villain
Anika Noni Rose, Jodi Benson, Paige O'Hara, and Linda Larkin speak up.
Disney Princesses are often celebrated for their enchanting voices, elegant gowns, and strong bonds with their friends. These beloved characters have captured the hearts of audiences worldwide with their charm and grace.
However, beneath the glitz and glamour, even the princesses have moments when they indulge in a bit of darker magic. The talented actresses who bring these princesses to life share this fascination with the other side of Disney.
In a recent revelation, the voices behind some of Disney’s most iconic princesses have shared their surprising preferences regarding the villains from Disney films. Actresses known for their roles as Ariel, Belle, Jasmine, and Tiana have disclosed their personal favorite Disney villains, shedding light on a different side of their Disney experience.
Ariel, the adventurous mermaid princess from "The Little Mermaid," is known for her curious and daring nature. Her voice actress, Jodi Benson, has often spoken about the joy of bringing Ariel’s world to life. Despite Ariel’s vibrant personality, Benson has deeply appreciated the complex and captivating villains in Disney’s lineup: "I adore Ursula; I want to play Ursula. I'm at that age now where I need to play Ursula."
Anika Noni Rose portrays Tiana, the hardworking and determined princess from "The Princess and the Frog. " Rose’s portrayal of Tiana is both inspiring and relatable. Regarding villains, Rose has a particular appreciation for those whose evil schemes are as intricate as Tiana’s journey to achieve her dreams.
Like her colleague, she’s a big fan of Ursula’s character. “Well, first of all, I love Ursula. Her song ["Poor Unfortunate Souls"] is magnificent, as is the fact that she's singing about people and then she says, 'So what, who cares?' I love her," shared Anika Noni Rose.
Choosing a favorite among the other princesses and main characters proved to be a bit tricky.
“I'm going to say Cinderella because that is Disney to me. I grew up with Cinderella. I was her. I was going to do what she did and just get out of the basement in Illinois cleaning because I was a janitor. That was my first job. So I really related to Cinderella scrubbing toilets." said Jodi Benson.
“For me, I went into the business because of Julie Andrews and Mary Poppins, the first movie I ever saw. I said, 'I am in love with that woman and I want to be her.'
And then I got to spend a whole weekend hanging out with her at Disney World one weekend when she was on her own. That was a dream come true.", said Paige O'Hara, who voiced Belle from Beauty and the Beast.
And , known for her role as Princess Jasmine in Aladdin, chose a nostalgic option, “I might answer you differently on a different day, but Winnie-the-Pooh. That was my childhood favorite Disney character."
Paige O'Hara, Linda Larkin, Jodi Benson, and Anika Noni Rose in 2024.
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Disney's "Create Your World" campaign encourages creativity and imagination in children. Through this campaign, Disney offers fun activities where children can draw, create characters, and even invent stories. The idea is to let kids use their imagination to build their worlds.
One cool part of this campaign is how it mixes Disney's classic storytelling with new technology. For example, kids can use unique apps to make their drawings come to life with augmented reality or join online challenges to share their creations with others.
The campaign also focuses on celebrating diversity, encouraging kids from all backgrounds to see themselves in the stories they create. This helps every child feel included and important, showing that their ideas and creativity matter.
Paige O'Hara, Linda Larkin, Jodi Benson, and Anika Noni Rose in 2024 with Moana, Sleeping Beauty, and Rapunzel.
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The Disney Create Your World campaign showcases Disney's creative products and celebrates the lasting impact of its characters and stories. As World Princess Week nears, it encourages fans to explore their imaginations and experience Disney’s magic in new, exciting ways. This campaign is all about connecting with the enchanting world of Disney freshly.
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