Halle Baileyjust landed the role of the lifetime — and her sisterChloe Baileycouldn’t be prouder.
Speaking with PEOPLE on Tuesday atVariety‘s Power of Young Hollywood event in Los Angeles, theChloe x Hallesingers andGrown-ishactresses raved about 19-year-old Halle’s upcoming turn asAriel in Disney’s live-action remakeof the 1989 animated classicThe Little Mermaid.
When asked whether she was proud about her younger sister landing the coveted role, Chloe, 21, told PEOPLE, “Heck yeah! I was more than proud. I was screaming and crying. She worked so hard.”
“My sister is my inspiration, my role model and my everything in every part of life,” Halle chimed in. “I’m so happyto be on this journey with herand that we get to experience life together.”
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As far as Ariel’s love interest Prince Eric goes, there have been many of casting rumors floating around — including aboutHarry Styles, who was reportedlyin talks for the role asrecently as last month.
“I think anybody could do a wonderful job with the role,” Halle told PEOPLE when asked about the rumors. “I’m so blessed to be a part of such a beautiful project.”
The talented sisters also chatted withEntertainment Tonightabout Halle’s newest onscreen venture, where the latter said it “means so much” to her and she feels “very honored and really grateful for the opportunity.”
“Ariel was one of my favorite princesses growing up so it’s a dream come true,” Halle told the outlet. “I’m very excited and happy.”
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Hallewas announced as Arielin early July via a statement from the film’s director Rob Marshall, who said, “After an extensive search, it was abundantly clear that Halle possesses that rare combination of spirit, heart, youth, innocence, and substance — plus a glorious singing voice — all intrinsic qualities necessary to play this iconic role.”
AwkwafinaandJacob Tremblayare in talks to star as Scuttle and Flounder, respectively.Melissa McCarthyis also in talks to star as the sea witch Ursula.
source: people.com
