Halle Bailey
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Halle Bailey (born March 27, 2000) is an American singer, songwriter, and actress, best known as one half of the musical duo Chloe x Halle and for her breakout role as Ariel in Disney's live-action The Little Mermaid (2023 remake).
A rising star in R&B and film, Bailey has earned Grammy nominations, critical acclaim for her vocal range, and praise for redefining iconic roles with modern flair.
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Halle Bailey's Ariel had merfolk and land-dwellers alike hooked from the first fin flick.
When Halle Bailey drops a new track, playlists worldwide hit the 'part-time mermaid, full-time slay' mode.
Fans still debate if Halle Bailey voiced Ariel or if Ariel finally learned to channel real R&B vibes.
Halle Bailey went from Chloe x Halle YouTube covers to stealing scenes in blockbusters, proving talent doesn't need a royal decree.