Halle Bailey will star in the role of Ariel in a live action remake of The Little Mermaid.
Disney has cast the 19-year-old singer in the leading role, with Rob Marshall saying she possesses “a rare combination of spirit, heart, youth, innocence and substance” and a “glorious singing voice.”
The film will feature new songs written by Hamilton creator Lin Manuel Miranda.
It will start shooting in 2020,
Shots fired at Rihanna's house in Beverly Hills, no injuries reported
A woman has fired numerous shots into the Beverly Hills home of pop music star Rihanna on Sunday, and a round went through a wall of the house, local news outlets reported Sunday.
Britney Spears arrested on suspicion of DUI
Singer Britney Spears has been arrested Wednesday night in Ventura County, California, on suspicion of driving under the influence, the California Highway Patrol has confirmed to Reuters.
Disney Pixar's 'Hoppers' seeks to turn viral meme into box office gold
Walt Disney's Pixar Animation Studios is hoping a viral meme featuring a googly-eyed lizard character from its new film, "Hoppers," translates into box office success when the movie opens this weekend in theatres.
Vampire tale 'Sinners' wins top Actor Award and sets up Oscars battle
Supernatural thriller "Sinners" claimed the Actor Award for best movie cast on Sunday, a victory that sets up a face-off with "One Battle After Another" for the prestigious Best Picture prize at the upcoming Oscars.
Hollywood honors late Catherine O'Hara at Actor Awards
Hollywood celebrated the late Catherine O'Hara on Sunday, honoring her with an Actor Award for her role in "The Studio" just weeks after her death.
Netflix and Apple TV join forces on F1 content
Netflix will broadcast the Canadian Formula One Grand Prix live to US viewers in May as part of a deal that makes season eight of its hit docu-series 'Drive to Survive' available for streaming on Apple TV.
Jacob sits down with LANY for a fun, honest catch up that fans will love. 🎤
The legendary Craig David joins The Kris Fade Show for an unforgettable chat!
S.N.E joins The Fusion with Eddie for an unforgettable episode! 🔥
It arrived: The UAE's First Mega Music Festival at Expo City Dubai!
