Disney has found its Ariel for its live-action remake of “The Little Mermaid.” Actress and singer Halle Bailey will star in Rob Marshall’s film as the lead Ariel, the studio announced Wednesday.Bailey is one half of the R&B duo Chloe x Halle and has also starred in episodes of “Grown-ish.” She’ll also star opposite Melissa McCarthy, who is in talks to play the sea witch Ursula.
Most people would know Halle from the time she and her sister Chloe sang “America the Beautiful” at this year’s Super Bowl.“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,” Marshall said in a statement.Also Read: ‘The Lion King‘ Featurette: Hear Seth Rogen and Billy Eichner Sing ‘Hakuna Matata’ (Video)Marshall is directing,
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