Disney have apparently wasted no time in snapping Halle Bailey up for a potential Little Mermaid sequel after seeing the heartwarming impact she had on young Black children after the trailer teaser.
The Chloe x Halle singer is set to take on the iconic role of Ariel in Disney’s live-action remake of the classic animation, set for release in 2023.
Halle was at the centre of a viral moment when the studio dropped a short teaser in September, with parents sharing the adorable reactions of their children – in particular small Black girls – to seeing a Black Ariel for the first time.
However, it also sparked racist comments from those who do not want the Disney princess to be portrayed by a Black actress.
It’s said that Disney were blown away by the positive response and have already had talks with Halle about the possibility of signing on for a sequel before the first reboot has even hit screens.