Heartwarming Moment Jodi Benson Watches Her Daughter Perform Her Iconic Role As Ariel

July 26, 2024

In a heartwarming turn of events, Jodi Benson, the iconic voice behind Ariel in Disney's 1989 animated classic "The Little Mermaid," watched her daughter, Delaney Benson, step into the same beloved role.

Delaney starred as Ariel in a 90-minute musical adaptation of the cherished children's movie, creating a beautiful, full-circle moment for the Benson family.

The special performance was captured on video by a spectator, showing Jodi Benson proudly watching her daughter bring the character she originated to life on stage.

The sight of Delaney singing and performing as Ariel, with her mom cheering her on, resonated deeply with fans of the original film and those who appreciate the legacy of Disney magic.

The Video:

@coolzjay Watching @Delaney Benson play Ariel and @Jodi Benson being the most supportive mom was honestly such an honor!!! So lucky to have been able to witness this 😭 #thelittlemermaid #jodibenson #ariel #disney #miami ♬ original sound - Jess

For Jodi Benson, seeing Delaney play Ariel was undoubtedly a proud and emotional experience, blending her own legacy with her daughter's burgeoning talent. The audience, too, felt the magic, witnessing the torch being passed from one generation to the next in the most enchanting way possible.

Check out the video below to see Jodi recording "Part of Your World."

@jodi.benson Today is 33 years of The Little Mermaid and I still love singing Howard and Alan’s beautiful song! I’m so honored to be Part of Your World ❤️🧜‍♀️🫧 #thelittlemermaid #partofyourworld #ariel #howardashman #alanmenken #bts #recording #jodibenson #disney ♬ original sound - Jodi Benson

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