Halle Bailey is the Ariel we need, and pretty much everyone agrees

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Disney just announced that it cast Halle Bailey as Ariel in the upcoming live-action remake of The Little Mermaid. The 19-year-old, a talented R&B singer and a protégé of Beyoncé, should shine in the role.

Of course she’ll make a great Disney princess. This is a sentiment shared by almost all Americans. Even actress Halle Berry signaled her approval on Twitter.

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