Disney adds diversity with Elena, its first Latina princess

Princess Elena of Avalor, a “confident and compassionate teenager,” will be introduced next year as Disney’s first Latina princess, Nancy Kanter, executive vice president and general manager of Disney Junior Worldwide announced today. Elena is described in a news release as “a confident and compassionate teenager in an enchanted fairytale kingdom inspired by diverse Latin cultures and folklore.” She will debut in a special episode of “Sofia the First” on Disney Junior next year, then have her own spin-off series, “Elena of Avalor,” on the network. The princess will be voiced by Aimee Carrero of ABC Family’s “Young & Hungry.”

What excites us most is the chance to use distinctive animation and visual design to tell wonderful stories influenced by culture and traditions that are familiar to the worldwide population of Hispanic and Latino families and reflect the interests and aspirations of all children as told through a classic fairy tale.

Nancy Kanter, Executive Vice President and General Manager of Disney Junior Worldwide

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