Halle Bailey Opens up About 'Little Mermaid' Casting Backlash

Halle Bailey opens up about 'Little Mermaid' casting backlash

Despite the barrage of criticism and negativity online, namely in the form of the #NotMyAriel hashtag, Halle Bailey found a positive takeaway.

Halle Bailey Speaks Out on 'Little Mermaid' Backlash

Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency/MEGA Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency/MEGA Singer and actress Halle Bailey starred in Disney’s 2023 live-action remake of “The Little Mermaid.” Though the movie was well-received by many, Bailey faced backlash from the moment her casting was announced in 2019. Most notably, some traditionalist fans objected to a racebended version of the famed Disney character. Now, years later and ahead of her new movie, “You, M…

Halle Bailey reflects on weathering racist “Little Mermaid” backlash: 'I learned how to block out the noise'

"Sometimes the opinions of people can muddy your own thoughts," the "You, Me & Tuscany" star said. Halle Bailey as Ariel in Disney's live-action 'The Little Mermaid'Credit: Courtesy of DisneyHalle Bailey has come a long way since her dip in the ocean as Ariel in Disney's live-action/CG-animated The Little Mermaid. But she'll never forget the valuable lesson she learned during her Hollywood breakout's less-than-stellar initial reception.In a new …

Halle Bailey on Racist Backlash to The Little Mermaid: “None of It Is Real”

The 2023 live action of Disney's popular animated film had received much criticism from racist fans who were furious over a Black actor portraying Ariel.

Halle Bailey recalls how she dealt with racist remarks after ‘Little Mermaid’: ‘I learnt how to block out the noise’

Halle Bailey’s casting in the live-action ’ Little Mermaid ’ brought on a lot of debate. While many people were happy with it, there were some netizen.

Halle Bailey Says Zendaya, Ariana Grande, and Rachel Zegler Supported Her Amid 'Little Mermaid' Backlash as Variety Attacks Fans Again - Geeks + Gamers

Halle Bailey is once again reflecting on the backlash surrounding Disney’s live-action The Little Mermaid, and noting that other controversial celebrities reached out to support her. But the way her comments are being framed — particularly by Variety — has quickly become part of the story itself. In its coverage of Bailey’s remarks, Variety repeatedly characterizes the reaction to her casting as “racist backlash,” including referring to critics …