The Pop Star Behind Dr. Facilier’s Look
The character of Dr. Facilier from the film The Princess and the Frog is one of the newest villains to join the Disney family. Dr. Facilier plays a New Orleans witch doctor who dabbles in voodoo and other dark arts in the film.
The Pop Star Behind Dr. Facilier’s Look
Michael Jackson, the King of Pop, provided the inspiration for the villain. Many of the pop star’s moves and mannerisms were incorporated into the character by animator Bruce W. Smith. Smith drew inspiration for the smooth-talking villain from Jackson’s thin figure and costumes.
Ariel Was Modeled After Alyssa Milano!
How Disney’s creators envision the appearance of their iconic characters is always a mystery. When it came to Ariel, the main character of The Little Mermaid, Disney chose a pretty random person to model her after.
Ariel Was Modeled After Alyssa Milano!
Even though she isn’t a redhead, ’80s child star Alyssa Milano was the talk of the town at the time the film was being made, and the studio wanted Ariel to be based on both her looks and her character traits!