The Little Mermaid's original Ariel Jodi Benson supports story changes
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Jodi Benson, Disney's original Ariel, throws her support behind the story changes to this year's 'The Little Mermaid' starring Halle Bailey: 'It was a must.'
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Jodi Benson, Voice of Ariel, on Halle Bailey's 'Little Mermaid' Casting
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Jodi Benson (original Ariel) defends Halle Bailey's casting in The Little Mermaid - Inside the Magic
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Yes, Original Little Mermaid Voice Actress Jodi Benson Absolutely Supports Lyric Changes in 2023 Remake
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Original 'Little Mermaid' star Jodi Benson shows support for Halle Bailey being cast as Ariel
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Why The Original Little Mermaid Jodi Benson Approved Of Updating The Songs
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Jodi Benson's 'Little Mermaid' Mocked Amid Halle Bailey's 1st Look as Ariel
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The Little Mermaid's Jodi Benson Sings Ariel's Original Lines
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The Little Mermaid' 2023 live action movie: Release date, cast, more
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Original Ariel Actress Jodi Benson Reacts to Halle Bailey Casting Backlash
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Jodi Benson: The mom behind the mermaid – Orange County Register
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We Need To Calm Down About 'The Little Mermaid' Casting As Ariel Herself Supports It! - Entertainment
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Little Mermaid's Halle Bailey Met Original Ariel Jodi Benson At Premiere
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Jodi Benson, original 'Little Mermaid,' supports Halle Bailey - 9Celebrity
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Now 30, 'The Little Mermaid' paved the way for Elsa and Anna - Greater Victoria News
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