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Jodi Benson - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | October 11, 1961 |
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| Age | 64 |
| Birthplace | Rockford, Illinois, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Libra - (see also Jodi Benson's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Ox |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Voicing Ariel in Disney's 'The Little Mermaid' and related works |
Intro
Jodi Benson is an American actress and singer best known for providing the voice of Ariel in Disney's 'The Little Mermaid' (1989) and its related franchise. She has had a successful career on Broadway and in animation, earning critical acclaim for her vocal performances.
Early Life & Background
Jodi Benson was born and raised in Rockford, Illinois. She attended Millikin University in Decatur, Illinois, where she studied musical theater before embarking on her professional performing career.
Career Highlights
- Provided the voice of Ariel in Disney's 'The Little Mermaid' (1989) and subsequent projects
- Nominated for Tony Award for her performance in the Broadway musical 'Crazy for You' (1992)
- Voiced Barbie in Disney-Pixar's 'Toy Story 2' (1999) and 'Toy Story 3' (2010)
- Extensive career in Broadway shows and animated films
Trivia
- Inducted as a Disney Legend in 2011
- Has continued to reprise Ariel in various Disney media for decades
- Appeared in a cameo role in Disney's live-action adaptation of 'The Little Mermaid' (2023)
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Jodi Benson?
Jodi Benson is 64 years old.
When was Jodi Benson born?
Jodi Benson was born the 11 October 1961.
Where is Jodi Benson from?
Rockford, Illinois, USA.
On Her Birth-Day
About October 11th, 1961, in brief:
- Historical events: The first summit of the Non-Aligned Movement took place in Belgrade from October 11-12, 1961. This gathering aimed to establish a coalition of states not aligned with major power blocs during the Cold War.
- Day of the week: October 11th, 1961 was a Wednesday
- Zodiac Sign: Libra (in western zodiac), Ox (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Hit The Road Jack by Ray Charles
- #1 UK song: Walking Back To Happiness by Helen Shapiro
- Popular movie: West Side Story directed by Jerome Robbins, Robert Wise
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