Halle Bailey's casting as Disney's first Black Ariel ignites conversation around representation and messaging in 'The Little Mermaid'

Halle Bailey thanks pioneering Black actresses who played Disney princesses before her and notes the overwhelming reactions of young Black girls to her Ariel.
Singer Paloma Faith slams film for message of giving up one's power for love but had previously praised the original 1989 film.
Review sites change rating systems and flag unusual reviews and voting due to racist backlash over casting and attempts to harm film.
Despite controversy, The Little Mermaid becomes one of the highest-grossing Memorial Day openings and defies negative expectations.
The live-action Little Mermaid develops Ariel into a dynamic female protagonist and creates an authentic relationship between her and Prince Eric.