Anika Noni Rose, the voice behind Princess Tiana, has released a statement about Disney cancelling the “Tiana” Disney+ series.
Anika Noni Rose Comments on ‘Tiana’ Cancellation
“I too am deeply disappointed that the continuation of Tiana’s journey in series form has been cut short,” Rose wrote in an Instagram post. “The series was a long time coming, and a lot of beautiful work was put into it by all of the creatives involved, including but not limited to — long time champion Jenn Lee, our wonderful writer/director Joyce Sherri, some fabulous animators, and an amazing music team.”
First announced in 2020, the “Tiana” series would have followed “the newly crowned Princess of Maldonia on a new adventure, but her New Orleans past isn’t far behind.” It was originally slated for a 2024 premiere but was repeatedly delayed. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the series could not get where it needed to be given production costs.
However, a short-form “The Princess and the Frog” special directed by Joyce Sherri and Steve Anderson, with a script by Sherri, is in development.
Rose mentioned the special in her Instagram post, writing,
As hurtful as it is for anything you’ve put your heart and soul in to be prematurely ended, my hope is that when what is now to be a ‘Tiana Special Event’ airs, that all of you beautiful, loving, loyal fans who’ve been championing not just the series, but a ‘Princess And The Frog’ sequel, tune in. And when I say tune in, I mean, tell your friends, family, coworkers, baby sitters; tell all the people you know who have loved Princess Tiana, Naveen, Louis, Charlotte, Mama Odie, and the magic they’ve created together over the years, and make sure you are watching. Show your love and your desire in the numbers. Make that desire an undeniable and real thing. Until then, we will be continuing to work hard to bring you the most beautiful content we can.
Anika Noni Rose on Instagram
Rose thanked those who worked on the “Tiana” series, fans, and “all who continue to love her into existence and beyond.”
Disney released the traditionally animated “The Princess and the Frog” in 2009. It was directed by John Musker and Ron Clements from a screenplay by them and Rob Edwards, with music by Randy Newman.
At the Disney Parks, Tiana’s Bayou Adventure at Disneyland and Magic Kingdom takes guests beyond the story of the original film. You can watch our full ride POV from Magic Kingdom below:
Source: Variety
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