No, Halle Berry is not in The Little Mermaid but actress Halle Bailey is the titular character in The Little Mermaid.
Born Maria Halle Berry on August 14, 1966, Halle Berry is a distinguished American actress. She achieved acclaim by clinching the Oscar for Best Actress with her compelling performance in the romantic drama "Monster's Ball" (2001), making her the sole woman of African-American heritage to receive this prestigious accolade.
Before embarking on her acting career, Berry made a name for herself as a model, even participating in various beauty pageants. She secured the first runner-up position in the Miss USA competition and garnered a sixth-place finish in the Miss World 1986 pageant. Her breakthrough role came in the romantic comedy "Boomerang" (1992), where she starred alongside Eddie Murphy.
This paved the way for subsequent roles in notable films like the family-oriented comedy "The Flintstones" (1994), the politically charged drama "Bulworth" (1998), and the TV movie "Introducing Dorothy Dandridge" (1999). The latter earned her a Primetime Emmy Award and a Golden Globe Award for her outstanding portrayal.
Who is Halle Bailey?
Halle Bailey, an accomplished American singer, and actress, is widely recognized as one-half of the acclaimed duo 'Chloe x Halle'. Their meteoric rise began with a YouTube cover of Beyoncé's "Pretty Hurts," a pivotal moment that drew the attention of the music icon herself. This catapulted them into the limelight and forever altered the course of their lives. Subsequently, Halle Bailey and her sister Chloe seized opportunities to open for Beyoncé's 'The Formation World Tour' and Andra Day's 'Cheers to the Fall Tour'. Their discography boasts hit albums like 'Uncovered,' 'Sugar Symphony,' and 'The Kids Are Alright'.
What sets Halle and Chloe apart is their ability to transcend genres with their music. In acting, Halle graced films such as 'Last Holiday' and 'Let It Shine,' earning accolades for her performances. Her television endeavors, including roles in 'House of Payne' and 'Grown-ish,' have further showcased her talent. With an expansive following on platforms like YouTube and Instagram, the Bailey sisters are poised for stratospheric success in the entertainment industry.
At a tender age, Bailey displayed a prodigious talent for playing the cello and the violin. Encouraged by her older sister Chloe, whose passion for music was contagious, Halle took it upon herself to learn the guitar, relying on YouTube tutorials as her guide.
Witnessing the remarkable musical journey of the sisters, their father, Doug Bailey, made a significant decision to leave his conventional job and assume the role of their full-time manager. This allowed the girls to showcase their musical prowess across various venues in Atlanta.
What is The Little Mermaid (2023) about?
"The Little Mermaid" is a 2023 American musical romantic fantasy film helmed by director Rob Marshall, with a screenplay penned by David Magee. This live-action adaptation is a collaborative effort between Walt Disney Pictures, Lucamar Productions, and Marc Platt Productions. It draws inspiration from Disney's animated classic of the same name, released in 1989, loosely based on Hans Christian Andersen's 1837 fairy tale.
The film features the talented singer Halle Bailey in the lead role of Ariel, supported by a stellar cast including Jonah Hauer-King, Daveed Diggs, Awkwafina, Jacob Tremblay, Noma Dumezweni, Art Malik, Javier Bardem, and Melissa McCarthy. "The Little Mermaid" narrates the story of Ariel, a mermaid princess enchanted by the human world.
She strikes a risky bargain with the deceitful sea witch Ursula, surrendering her voice in exchange for legs, all in a bid to captivate Prince Eric. Ariel had previously saved him from a shipwreck, but time is running out to win his heart.
FAQs
A. Halle Bailey is 25 years old.
A. Halle Berry’s net worth is $90 million.
A. The Little Mermaid made $569 million worldwide.
