Jodi Benson
Jodi Marie Benson, Jodi Marie Marzorati-Benson, Jodi Marzorati
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Jodi Benson (née Marzorati; born October 10, 1961) is an American actress and singer. She is best known for providing the voice of Ariel in Disney's The Little Mermaid (1989), as well as in its sequel, prequel, and television series spin-off, along with many other Disney works. Benson is also known for her portrayal of Barbie in the second and third films of the Toy Story franchise (1999, 2010), and in the Toy Story Toons short Hawaiian Vacation (2011). Benson was born and raised in a Catholic family. She graduated from Boylan Central Catholic High School in Rockford, Illinois, and Millikin University in Decatur, Illinois. For her contributions to Disney, Benson was named a "Disney Legend" in 2011. Benson's other notable voice roles in Disney projects include Weebo in Flubber (1997), Belle (taking over for Paige O'Hara) in House of Mouse (2001–03), Lady (who was originally voiced by Barbara Luddy) in Lady and the Tramp II: Scamp's Adventure (2001) and Anita Radcliffe (originally voiced by Lisa Davis) in 101 Dalmatians II: Patch's London Adventure (2003); she also appeared as Sam in the live-action Disney film Enchanted (2007). Outside of Disney, Benson's film credits include Don Bluth's Thumbelina (1994), Balto II: Wolf Quest (2002), and Balto III: Wings of Change (2004); on television, she voiced the character of Tula in Hanna-Barbera's The Pirates of Dark Water (1991–93), and Jane Doe and Patsy Smiles in Cartoon Network's Camp Lazlo (2005–08). In video games, Benson provided the voice of EVA in the Metal Gear series (2004–10), performing under the pseudonym Suzetta Miñet.
Career
- 1961Born
- 2011Won Disney Legends
- Notable work: The Little Mermaid
- Notable work: Toy Story
Trivia
- •Place of birth: Rockford
- •Citizenship: United States
- •Known as: singer, voice actor, stage actor, film actor
- •Genre: traditional pop
- •Plays: voice
- •Spouse: Ray Benson
What happened recently
Disney And Pixar's Toy Story 5 | Jodi Benson Hosts Red Carpet Premiere Katherine Parkinson (VOFI2FCmSC)
Review: Disney actress Jodi Benson and Marcia Mitzman Gaven are 'positively penpalish' in Off
Ariel Becomes The Witch: Jodi Benson to Star in Dr. Phillips Center's Upcoming Production of "Into the Woods"
Video: Jodi Benson Makes an Appearance at Sierra Boggess and Jelani Remy's EPCOT Disney on Broadway Concert
Video: Sierra Boggess Performs THE LITTLE MERMAID Anthem for Original 'Ariel' Jodi Benson
D23 FAN-bassador Jodi Benson Thanks D23 Members for a Memorable 2025 While Looking Towards 2026
Off-Broadway's Pen Pals Gets 4th, Final Extension; Jodi Benson, More Join Rotating Roster of Stars
‘The Little Mermaid’ actress Jodi Benson talks about ‘The Wingfeather Saga’ Season 3
Jodi Benson Reveals Which Iteration of “The Little Mermaid”, Including Animation, Theater and Live-Action, Is Her Favorite
“The Little Mermaid ”Star Jodi Benson Reveals Which of Ariel’s Traits Came Naturally to Her and What Was ‘Difficult to Tap into’
'Little Mermaid's Jodi Benson Says Daughter Is ‘on Her Own Path' in Acting Career
Jodi Benson, the Original Ariel, Reveals Why Her Appreciation for the Character Has ‘Deepened’ Over Time (Exclusive)
The Little Mermaid Icon Jodi Benson Surprised The Cast Of Disney Parks' New Show, And There's Wholesome Video
Jodi Benson Considered 'The Little Mermaid 2' a "Full Circle" Moment for Her as a Mother
Jodi Benson, Original Voice of Ariel, Supports Daughter as She Takes on 'Little Mermaid' Role
Daughter of Jodi Benson, Original Voice of Ariel, Is Portraying the Little Mermaid in New Production
Jodi Benson’s daughter, Delaney Benson, breathes new life into ‘The Little Mermaid’
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