Disney Casts Halle Bailey As Ariel In Live Action Remake Of The Little Mermaid
Rob Marshall, who will be directing the film, said: “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.” Bailey has made a name for herself alongside older sister Chloe, 21, in the R&B group Chloe x Halle. The pair first rose to prominence in 2013 in when their cover of the Beyoncé song “Pretty Hurts” landed Bailey and her sister a music contract with Parkwood Entertainment....