10 Celebs You Didn’t Know Played Disney Princesses
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- March 22, 2017
- 5:00 pm
10 Actresses who played your favorite Disney Characters.
You can probably recite all the lines in Disney movies and sing along to songs, like “Part of Your World” and “Let It Go.” But how much do you know about the actresses who lent their voices and starred in these films? Here are a few actresses who played Disney princesses.
Which celebrity’s soulful voice was praised for its portrayal of Princess Tiana in ‘The Princess and the Frog’?
Disney princesses are some of the most iconic characters in the world of animation. These royal heroines have captured the hearts of millions of fans of all ages over the years. Most of these princesses have been voiced by popular actresses who are already established in the entertainment industry. However, there are some celebrities who have played these princesses without many of their fans knowing. Here are ten celebs who you probably didn’t know played Disney princesses.
1. Lea Salonga as Mulan and Jasmine
Lea Salonga is a popular Filipino singer and actress who is renowned for her Broadway roles. Not many people know that she voiced two Disney princesses, Mulan and Jasmine. She sang for the characters in the movie’s musical numbers and her voice brought these iconic princesses to life.
2. Anika Noni Rose as Tiana
Anika Noni Rose is an American actress and singer who voiced Princess Tiana in Disney’s ‘The Princess and the Frog.’ Her voice was praised and celebrated for its soulful quality, making her performance one of the highlights of the movie.
3. Demi Moore as Esmeralda
In the 1996 Disney movie ‘The Hunchback of Notre Dame,’ Demi Moore voiced the character of Esmeralda. The actress lent her smooth and sultry voice to the role and brought out the fiery personality of this strong-willed gypsy.
4. Ming-Na Wen as Mulan
Ming Na Wen is a Chinese-American actress who voices Mulan in the iconic Disney movie. She brought a sense of authenticity to the character’s portrayal and won the hearts of fans across the world.
5. Jodi Benson as Barbie
Jodi Benson is a prolific voice actress known primarily for her role as Ariel in ‘The Little Mermaid.’ However, she has also voiced Barbie in a number of Disney movies such as ‘Toy Story 2’ and ‘Toy Story 3.’
6. Idina Menzel as Elsa
Idina Menzel is a well-known name in the entertainment industry. She voiced the character of Elsa the Snow Queen in Disney’s ‘Frozen.’ Her performance of the iconic song “Let It Go” won her an Academy Award for Best Original Song.
7. Kate Winslet as Belle
Kate Winslet may not be a name one would associate with Disney princesses, but the actress played the role of Belle in a 2006 audio-only version of ‘Beauty and the Beast.’ Her performance was captivating and memorable.
8. Mandy Moore as Rapunzel
Mandy Moore is a popular American singer-actress, who has voiced the character of Rapunzel in the Disney movie ‘Tangled.’ Her sweet and girlish voice perfectly suited the character’s youthful and innocent personality.
9. Paolo Montalban as Prince Christopher
Paolo Montalban played Prince Christopher, the love interest of Brandy’s Cinderella in the Disney movie ‘Cinderella.’ He sang some of the most memorable songs and brought a sense of charm and sophistication to the role.
10. Reese Witherspoon as Susan Murphy/Ginormica
Reese Witherspoon voiced the character of Susan Murphy/Ginormica, a superheroine who can grow to incredible heights, in the 2009 Disney movie ‘Monsters vs. Aliens.’ Witherspoon’s performance was outstanding, and her voice was perfect for the character’s quirky personality.
In conclusion, these ten celebrities have lent their voices to some of the most iconic Disney princesses over the years. Their performances may have been slightly overlooked, but the magic that they infused into these roles is unforgettable. We can’t wait to see who the next surprise voice actress will be.
