Jodi Benson
Biography
Jodi Marie Benson, born Jodi Marie Marzorati on October 10, 1961, is an American voice actress and soprano singer. She is best known for providing both the speaking and singing voices of Disney's Princess Ariel in The Little Mermaid and its sequels. She reprised the role of Ariel in the English versions of the Kingdom Hearts series in 2002 and 2006. Benson also voiced the animated character Barbie in the 1999 film Toy Story 2 and the 2010 film Toy Story 3.
Career overview
Jodi Marie Benson, born Jodi Marie Marzorati on October 10, 1961, is an American voice actress and soprano singer. She is best known for providing both the speaking and the singing voices of the Disney princess Ariel in The Little Mermaid and its sequels. In addition to her film work in the franchise, Benson reprised her role as Ariel in the English versions of the Kingdom Hearts video game series in 2002 and 2006.
Beyond her work as Ariel, Benson has voiced other high-profile animated characters. She provided the voice of Barbie in the 1999 animated film Toy Story 2 and returned to the role for the 2010 film Toy Story 3. Her extensive career encompasses both prominent voice acting performances in major animated features and contributions as a soprano singer.
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86 titles- LEGO Disney Princess: Villains Unite (2025) as Ariel (voice)
- Two Ships (2025) Executive Producer
- Disney Princess Concert: Celebrating 70 Years of Disneyland (2025) as Self
- The Wingfeather Saga: The Journey Begins (2025) as Nia Wingfeather (voice)
- The Little Mermaid (2023) as Market Vendor
- Once Upon a Studio (2023) as Ariel (voice)
- Lego Disney Princess: The Castle Quest (2023) as Ariel (voice)
- Disney 100: A Century of Dreams – A Special Edition of 20/20 (2023) as Self
- The Wingfeather Saga (2022) as Nia (voice)
- The Boss Baby: Christmas Bonus (2022) as Lala Doo-Da (voice)
- The Little Mermaid Live! (2019) as Self - Host / Ariel / Vanessa (voice)
- Martha (2019) as Eve
- Ralph Breaks the Internet (2018) as Ariel (voice)
- Howard (2018) as Self / Ariel (voice) / Doria Hudson
- Star vs. the Forces of Evil (2015) as Singing Teacher (voice)
- Clarence (2014) as Diana (voice)
- Sofia the First: The Floating Palace (2013) as Queen Emmaline / Ariel (voice)
- Secret of the Wings (2012) as Healing Fairy (voice)
- Hawaiian Vacation (2011) as Barbie (voice)
- The Little Engine That Could (2011) as Jillian (voice)
- Toy Story 3 (2010) as Barbie (voice)
- Beyond Beauty: The Untold Stories Behind the Making of Beauty and the Beast (2010) as Self
- Ken's Dating Tips: #31 Play Hard to Get (2010) as Barbie (voice)
- Waking Sleeping Beauty (2009) as Self - Ariel (voice) (archive footage)
- The Little Mermaid: Ariel's Beginning (2008) as Ariel (voice)
- Enchanted (2007) as Sam
- CN Invaded Part 4: Strange Trout from Outer Space/Cheese Orbs (2007) as Patsy Smiles / Jane Doe (voice)
- Treasures Untold: The Making of Disney's 'The Little Mermaid' (2006) as Self
- Disney Princess Sing Along Songs, Vol. 3 - Perfectly Princess (2006) as Ariel (voice)
- Camp Lazlo (2005) as Patsy Smiles / Jane Doe (voice)
- Camp Lazlo (2005) as Patsy Smiles (voice)
- Camp Lazlo (2005) as Almondine / Mommy Lumpus (voice)
- Camp Lazlo (2005) as Patsy Smiles / Jane Doe / Almondine (voice)
- Once Upon a Halloween (2005) as Ariel (voice) (archive sound)
- Disney Princess Party: Vol. 2: The Ultimate Princess Pajama Jam! (2005) as Ariel (voice)
- Disney Princess: A Christmas of Enchantment (2005) as Ariel (voice)
- Baby Faith: God Made Babies (2005) as self
- Disney Princess Sing Along Songs, Vol. 2 - Enchanted Tea Party (2005) as Ariel (voice)
- Disney Princess Stories Volume Two: Tales of Friendship (2005) as Ariel (voice)
- Disney Princess Stories Volume Three: Beauty Shines from Within (2005) as Ariel (voice)
- Balto III: Wings of Change (2004) as Jenna (voice)
- Baby Faith: God Made Me (2004) as Self
- Disney Princess Stories Volume One: A Gift from the Heart (2004) as Ariel (voice)
- Disney Princess Sing Along Songs, Vol. 1 - Once Upon A Dream (2004) as Ariel (voice)
- Duck Dodgers (2003) as Princess Incense (voice)
- 101 Dalmatians II: Patch's London Adventure (2003) as Anita (voice)
- The Brotherhood of Poland, New Hampshire (2003)
- A Life and Seth Situation: Commandments 5-6 (2003) as Leila(voice)
- Toying with the Truth: Commandments 9-10 (2003) as Leila(voice)
- Stolen Jewels, Stolen Hearts: Commandments 7-8 (2003) as Leila(voice)
- The Not So Golden Calf: Commandments 1-2 (2003) as Leila(voice)
- The Rest is Yet to Come: Commandments 3-4 (2003) as Leila(voice)
- Balto: Wolf Quest (2002) as Jenna (voice)
- The Rapsittie Street Kids: Believe in Santa (2002) as Lenee (voice)
- Disney's House of Mouse (2001) as Ariel (voice)
- Lady and the Tramp II: Scamp's Adventure (2001) as Lady (voice)
- Mickey's Magical Christmas: Snowed in at the House of Mouse (2001) as Ariel (voice)
- Disney Through The Decades (2001)
- Joseph: King of Dreams (2000) as Asenath (voice)
- The Little Mermaid II: Return to the Sea (2000) as Ariel (voice)
- Toy Story 2 (1999) as Barbie (voice)
- Batman Beyond (1999) as Aquagirl (voice)
- Hercules: Zero to Hero (1999) as Helen of Troy (voice) (archive sound)
- The Crippled Lamb (1999) as Abigail/Mary/Laura Lamb
- The Wild Thornberrys (1998) as Mother Cheetah (voice)
- Hercules (1998) as Helen of Troy (voice)
- The Mighty Kong (1998) as Ann Darrow (voice)
- Pepper Ann (1997)
- Pepper Ann (1997) as Amber O'Malley (voice)
- Flubber (1997) as Weebo (voice)
- A Christmas Carol (1997) as Belle (voice)
- A Magical Walt Disney World Christmas (1997) as Self
- Caroline in the City (1995) as Mother
- Walt Disney World Very Merry Christmas Parade (1995) as Self
- Mickey's Fun Songs: Beach Party at Walt Disney World (1995) as (voice)
- Thumbelina (1994) as Thumbelina (voice)
- The Little Mermaid (1992) as Ariel (voice)
- Walt Disney World Very Merry Christmas Parade (1992) as Self
- Dance! Workout with Barbie (1992) as Barbie
- P.J. Sparkles (1992) as P.J. Sparkles (voice)
- The Pirates of Dark Water (1991) as Tula (voice)
- Why Christmas Trees Aren't Perfect: The Story of Small Pine (1990) as Princess Arabella (voice)
- The Little Mermaid (1989) as Ariel (voice)
- Hunter (1984) as Police Officer
- Broadway: The Next Generation as Self
- Rapsittie Street Kids: A Bunny's Tale as Lenee (voice)
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Jodi Benson best known for?
Jodi Benson is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The Little Mermaid (2023), Once Upon a Studio (2023), The Boss Baby: Christmas Bonus (2022), Ralph Breaks the Internet (2018).
When and where was Jodi Benson born?
Jodi Benson was born on October 10, 1961 in Rockford, Illinois, USA.
How many credits does Jodi Benson have?
Jodi Benson has accumulated over 86 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1984 to 2025.
What is Jodi Benson's background in cinema and television?
Jodi Marie Benson, born Jodi Marie Marzorati on October 10, 1961, is an American voice actress and soprano singer. She is best known for providing both the speaking and singing voices of Disney's Princess Ariel in The Little Mermaid and its sequels. She reprised the role of Ariel in the English versions of the Kingdom ...