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Harry Styles is officially going to play Prince Eric in 'The Little Mermaid' live-action film

BEST.NEWS.EVER! - by Bianca Mastroianni
  • 14 Aug 2019

UPDATE: Everything we've been told is a lie. Head here to read the disappointing news about Harry Styles turning down the role.

OKAY, NO NEED TO LOSE OUR COOL OR ANYTHING BUT IT'S TIME TO LOSE OUR COOL.

Harry Styles is returning to the big screen. He has OFFICIALLY signed on to play Prince Eric in The Little Mermaid live-action remake!

*HEAVY BREATHING*.

Harry will star alongside singer and Chloe x Halle actress Halle Bailey, who will play the leading role of Ariel.

WATCH: Everything you need to know about the upcoming live-action 'The Little Mermaid' cast

The DisInsider was the first to confirm the exciting news, however, Disney has yet to make an official comment. 

The former One Direction band member has been a fan-favourite to play the role of Prince Eric since news of disney's live-action remake was announced, with that jaw-line, hair, and voice. He was the ideal candidate! 

Not to mention the singer made his acting debut in Christopher Nolan's blockbuster Hollywood film Dunkirk in 2017, showcasing that the boy-bander had some serious acting skills.

As for Halle Bailey, insiders have previously reported that she was director Rob Marshall's favourite for the part since the beginning.

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Just Announced: Halle Bailey has been cast in the upcoming live-action reimagining of The Little Mermaid.

Rob said in an official statement: “After an extensive search, it was abundantly clear that Halle possesses that rare combination of spirit, heart, youth, innocence, and substance — plus a glorious singing voice — all intrinsic qualities necessary to play this iconic role.”

Harry marks the fourth member to be cast in the live-action reimagining with Jacob Tremblay, Awkwafina and Melissa McCarthy already on board!

WATCH: The Little Mermaid (1990) official trailer

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