Jodi Benson
Jodi Benson is a talented American actress and singer, best known for her voice role as Ariel in Disney's The Little Mermaid. With a career spanning decades, she has earned acclaim in both animation and musical theatre. Her distinctive voice and ability to portray youthful... Read More
Known for
The Little Mermaid (2023)
The youngest of King Triton’s daughters, and the most defiant, Ariel longs to find out more about the world beyond the sea, and while...
The Little Mermaid II: Return to the Sea (2000)
Set several years after the first film, Ariel and Prince Eric are happily married with a daughter, Melody. In order to protect Melody from...
Toy Story 3 (2010)
With their owner Andy leaving home for university, the toys fear for their future. Escaping being accidentally thrown away as rubbish, Buzz and the...
Personal details
Credits
| Year | Title | Character | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 |
The Wingfeather Saga: The Journey BeginsIn the vast world of Aerwiar, the Wingfeather family uncovers a secret that changes their world forever. The Journey Begins... |
Nia Wingfeather (voice) | |
| 2025 |
LEGO Disney Princess: Villains UniteAfter Ariel, Moana, Tiana, Rapunzel, and Snow White thwarted Gaston's plan to take over all of their kingdoms, he calls... |
Ariel (voice) | |
| 2025 |
Disney Princess Concert: Celebrating 70 Years of DisneylandJodi Benson, Auli'i Cravalho, Paige O'Hara, and Anika Noni Rose unite for Disney Princess Concert: Celebrating 70 Years of Disneyland,... |
Self | |
| 2023 |
Disney 100: A Century of Dreams – A Special Edition of 20/20Commemorating the 100th anniversary of the entertainment company with interviews, rare footage and photos, and never-before-heard stories from those who... |
Self | |
| 2023 |
Once Upon a StudioCreated for Disney's 100th anniversary, the short features Mickey Mouse corralling a gallery of legendary Disney characters for a group... |
Ariel (voice) | |
| 2023 |
Lego Disney Princess: The Castle QuestTiana, Moana, Snow White, Rapunzel, and Ariel are off on an adventure as they are each unexpectedly transported to a... |
Ariel (voice) | |
| 2023 |
The Little MermaidThe youngest of King Triton’s daughters, and the most defiant, Ariel longs to find out more about the world beyond... |
Market Vendor | |
| 2022 |
The Boss Baby: Christmas BonusChristmas Eve takes a twisty turn when the Boss Baby accidentally swaps places with one of Santa's elves and gets... |
Lala Doo-Da (voice) | |
| 2022 |
The Wingfeather SagaOnce upon a time, in a cottage above the cliffs on the Dark Sea of Darkness, there lived three children... |
Nia (voice) | |
| 2019 |
The Little Mermaid Live!Live musical performances by a star-studded cast will be interwoven into the broadcast of the animated classic. |
Self - Host / Ariel / Vanessa (voice) | |
| 2019 |
MarthaMartha, a single mother and working nurse, struggles with her son leaving for college. When a mysterious woman invites Martha... |
Eve | |
| 2018 |
Ralph Breaks the InternetVideo game bad guy Ralph and fellow misfit Vanellope von Schweetz must risk it all by traveling to the World... |
Ariel (voice) | |
| 2018 |
HowardThough legendary lyricist Howard Ashman died far too young, his impact on Broadway, movies, and the culture at large were... |
Self / Ariel (voice) / Doria Hudson | |
| 2015 |
Star vs. the Forces of EvilIntergalactic warrior Star Butterfly arrives on Earth to live with the Diaz family. She continues to battle villains throughout the... |
Singing Teacher (voice) | |
| 2014 |
ClarenceIn a world of noise, Clarence is a jar of sunshine, pure and simple. He sees the world only in... |
Diana (voice) | |
| 2013 |
Sofia the First: The Floating PalaceAfter Sofia helps a little mermaid named Oona, Sofia's amulet grants her the power to transform into a mermaid and... |
Queen Emmaline / Ariel (voice) | |
| 2012 |
Secret of the WingsTinkerbell wanders into the forbidden Winter woods and meets Periwinkle. Together they learn the secret of their wings and try... |
Healing Fairy (voice) | |
| 2011 |
Hawaiian VacationThe toys throw Ken and Barbie a Hawaiian vacation in Bonnie's room. |
Barbie (voice) | |
| 2011 |
The Little Engine That CouldFeaturing an all-star cast, the timeless story comes to life in this all-new, feature-length film filled with fun and adventure! |
Jillian (voice) | |
| 2010 |
Beyond Beauty: The Untold Stories Behind the Making of Beauty and the BeastAn interactive, feature-length behind-the-scenes documentary teeming with worthwhile bonus content all its own. |
Self | |
| 2010 |
Toy Story 3Woody, Buzz, and the rest of Andy's toys haven't been played with in years. With Andy about to go to... |
Barbie (voice) | |
| 2010 |
Ken's Dating Tips: #31 Play Hard to GetWhat do you say when someone ask you on a date? Let Ken show you the tips you need to... |
Barbie (voice) | |
| 2009 |
Waking Sleeping BeautyBy the mid-1980s, the fabled animation studios of Walt Disney had fallen on hard times. The artists were polarized between... |
Self - Ariel (voice) (archive footage) | |
| 2008 |
The Little Mermaid: Ariel's BeginningFollow Ariel's adventures before she gave up her fins for true love. When Ariel wasn't singing with her sisters, she... |
Ariel (voice) | |
| 2007 |
EnchantedThe beautiful princess Giselle is banished by an evil queen from her magical, musical animated land and finds herself in... |
Sam | |
| 2007 |
CN Invaded Part 4: Strange Trout from Outer Space/Cheese OrbsStrange Trout from Outer Space: Sampson thinks the new trout campers are aliens from outer space he encountered. Cheese Orbs:... |
Patsy Smiles / Jane Doe (voice) | |
| 2006 |
Treasures Untold: The Making of Disney's 'The Little Mermaid'Find out how the spectacular music inspired the animation, and learn more about the development of the characters—such as how... |
Self | |
| 2006 |
Disney Princess Sing Along Songs, Vol. 3 - Perfectly PrincessWith the help of all the Disney Princesses, your child can learn how to "transform" herself into the fairy-tale princess... |
Ariel (voice) | |
| 2005 |
Disney Princess: A Christmas of EnchantmentWelcome to a wondrous place of music and magic where your favorite Disney Princesses have gathered for their first-ever holiday... |
Ariel (voice) | |
| 2005 |
Once Upon a HalloweenOn the night before Halloween, the Evil Queen from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs plans to conquer Halloween, and... |
Ariel (voice) (archive sound) | |
| 2005 |
Disney Princess Sing Along Songs, Vol. 2 - Enchanted Tea PartyIt's an enchanted royal tea party, and your little princess is the guest of honor! There, she can sing along... |
Ariel (voice) | |
| 2005 |
Camp LazloThe series is set in a universe inhabited solely by anthropomorphic animals of many species and focuses on a trio... |
Patsy Smiles / Jane Doe / Almondine (voice) | |
| 2005 |
Camp LazloThe series is set in a universe inhabited solely by anthropomorphic animals of many species and focuses on a trio... |
Patsy Smiles / Jane Doe (voice) | |
| 2005 |
Camp LazloThe series is set in a universe inhabited solely by anthropomorphic animals of many species and focuses on a trio... |
Almondine / Mommy Lumpus (voice) | |
| 2005 |
Camp LazloThe series is set in a universe inhabited solely by anthropomorphic animals of many species and focuses on a trio... |
Patsy Smiles (voice) | |
| 2005 |
Disney Princess Stories Volume Three: Beauty Shines from WithinYour little girl is just wishes away from a unique experience that combines all the wonder of storytelling with the... |
Ariel (voice) | |
| 2005 |
Disney Princess Stories Volume Two: Tales of FriendshipNow your little princess can enter a world of pure enchantment with DISNEY PRINCESS STORIES VOLUME TWO: TALES OF FRIENDSHIP... |
Ariel (voice) | |
| 2005 |
Disney Princess Party: Vol. 2: The Ultimate Princess Pajama Jam!The animated stories star everyone's favorite Disney princesses, who gather together once again for another magical evening filled with make-believe... |
Ariel (voice) | |
| 2005 |
Baby Faith: God Made BabiesThe story of Moses is told in this animated presentation, hosted by Jodi Benson (Disney's "The Little Mermaid"), which helps... |
self | |
| 2004 |
Disney Princess Sing Along Songs, Vol. 1 - Once Upon A DreamSound the trumpets and prepare for the ultimate celebration of magic, music and dreams come true! Introduce your little princess... |
Ariel (voice) | |
| 2004 |
Disney Princess Stories Volume One: A Gift from the HeartNow every little girl can enter the world of Disney Princesses -- a kingdom of fantasy where dreams begin, where... |
Ariel (voice) | |
| 2004 |
Balto III: Wings of ChangeBalto and the other sled dogs are feeling dejected because the mail that used to be delivered by dogsled is... |
Jenna (voice) | |
| 2004 |
Baby Faith: God Made MeThis Is The 1st Episode Of Baby Faith. |
Self | |
| 2003 |
The Brotherhood of Poland, New HampshireThe Brotherhood of Poland, New Hampshire is an American drama series created by David E. Kelley that aired on CBS.... |
Unknown character | |
| 2003 |
Duck DodgersDuck Dodgers battles evil in the 24th century. |
Princess Incense (voice) | |
| 2003 |
Stolen Jewels, Stolen Hearts: Commandments 7-8The award-winning Kids' Ten Commandments series includes great Bible lessons for kids! This 5-DVD K*10*C collection features state-of-the-art animation and... |
Leila(voice) | |
| 2003 |
A Life and Seth Situation: Commandments 5-6The award-winning Kids' Ten Commandments series includes great Bible lessons for kids! This 5-DVD K*10*C collection features state-of-the-art animation and... |
Leila(voice) | |
| 2003 |
Toying with the Truth: Commandments 9-10The award-winning Kids' Ten Commandments series includes great Bible lessons for kids! This 5-DVD K*10*C collection features state-of-the-art animation and... |
Leila(voice) | |
| 2003 |
The Rest is Yet to Come: Commandments 3-4The award-winning Kids' Ten Commandments series includes great Bible lessons for kids! This 5-DVD K*10*C collection features state-of-the-art animation and... |
Leila(voice) | |
| 2003 |
101 Dalmatians II: Patch's London AdventureBeing one of 101 takes its toll on Patch, who doesn't feel unique. When he's accidentally left behind on moving... |
Anita (voice) | |
| 2003 |
The Not So Golden Calf: Commandments 1-2The award-winning Kids' Ten Commandments series includes great Bible lessons for kids! This 5-DVD K*10*C collection features state-of-the-art animation and... |
Leila(voice) | |
| 2002 |
The Rapsittie Street Kids: Believe in SantaRicky wants to give his crush Nicole a Christmas gift, but when he does she angrily rejects it as "cheap."... |
Lenee (voice) | |
| 2002 |
Balto: Wolf QuestBalto and his daughter Aleu embark on a journey of adventure and self discovery. |
Jenna (voice) | |
| 2001 |
Mickey's Magical Christmas: Snowed in at the House of MouseWhen a huge snowstorm leaves everyone stranded, Mickey and all of his guests at the House of Mouse, including Pooh,... |
Ariel (voice) | |
| 2001 |
Lady and the Tramp II: Scamp's AdventureLady and Tramp's mischievous pup, Scamp, gets fed up with rules and restrictions imposed on him by life in a... |
Lady (voice) | |
| 2001 |
Disney's House of MouseA very-recognizable audience of Disney animated characters gather into the House of Mouse nightclub to enjoy musical guests, cartoon shorts... |
Ariel (voice) | |
| 2001 |
Disney Through The Decadesfeatures a look through the different decades of the disney company with old footage hosted by Disney stars. appeared on... |
Unknown character | |
| 2000 |
Joseph: King of DreamsIn this animated retelling of the story from the Bible's Book of Genesis, Joseph's gift of dream interpretation and his... |
Asenath (voice) | |
| 2000 |
The Little Mermaid II: Return to the SeaSet several years after the first film, Ariel and Prince Eric are happily married with a daughter, Melody. In order... |
Ariel (voice) | |
| 1999 |
The Crippled LambThe classic children's book The Crippled Lamb comes to home video in this special adaptation with full animation, original songs,... |
Abigail/Mary/Laura Lamb | |
| 1999 |
Toy Story 2Andy heads off to Cowboy Camp, leaving his toys to their own devices. Things shift into high gear when an... |
Barbie (voice) | |
| 1999 |
Hercules: Zero to HeroAfter defeating Hades for good, Hercules marries Meg and revisits his teenage years. In particular, it shows an adolescent Hercules's... |
Helen of Troy (voice) (archive sound) | |
| 1999 |
Batman BeyondAs new villains overrun Gotham City of the future, the aging Bruce Wayne hangs up the cape of the once... |
Aquagirl (voice) | |
| 1998 |
The Wild ThornberrysTravel the world with the Thornberrys and come face-to-face with blue sheep in Nepal, emus in Australia, marmots in Pakistan,... |
Mother Cheetah (voice) | |
| 1998 |
HerculesFollow Herc's many labors during the years he spent training on how to be a hero under the tutelage of... |
Helen of Troy (voice) | |
| 1998 |
The Mighty KongThe classic story of the mighty Eighth Wonder of the World is given a musical update, utilizing the talents of... |
Ann Darrow (voice) | |
| 1997 | Self | ||
| 1997 |
A Christmas CarolMiser Ebenezer Scrooge is awakened on Christmas Eve by spirits who reveal to him his own miserable existence, what opportunities... |
Belle (voice) | |
| 1997 |
FlubberProfessor Phillip Brainard, an absent minded professor, works with his assistant Weebo, trying to create a substance that's a new... |
Weebo (voice) | |
| 1997 |
Pepper AnnThe quirky adventures of Pepper Ann, a 12-year-old girl trying to get through life with her family and friends. |
Unknown character | |
| 1997 |
Pepper AnnThe quirky adventures of Pepper Ann, a 12-year-old girl trying to get through life with her family and friends. |
Amber O'Malley (voice) | |
| 1995 |
Walt Disney World Very Merry Christmas ParadeWalt Disney World Very Merry Christmas Parade is a live television special. It aired on ABC December 25, 1995. |
Self | |
| 1995 |
Caroline in the CityCaroline Duffy is a successful cartoonist in Manhattan whose eclectic friends are sometimes the subjects of her comic strip. |
Mother | |
| 1995 |
Mickey's Fun Songs: Beach Party at Walt Disney WorldSing, dance, and play along with Mickey and the gang in fun-filled musical adventures! It's easy as you read the... |
(voice) | |
| 1994 |
ThumbelinaBorn of a flower and growing to only a couple of inches tall, poor Thumbelina is worried she'll never meet... |
Thumbelina (voice) | |
| 1992 |
Walt Disney World Very Merry Christmas ParadeWalt Disney World Very Merry Christmas Parade is a live television special. |
Self | |
| 1992 |
The Little MermaidDisney's The Little Mermaid is an American animated television series produced by Walt Disney Television Animation based on the 1989... |
Ariel (voice) | |
| 1992 |
Dance! Workout with BarbieBarbie is now the star of a brand-new video! Barbie leads nine girls in over a dozen hot new dance... |
Barbie | |
| 1992 |
P.J. SparklesPJ is an orphan with no last name and she has a special wish, she wants someone to love. One... |
P.J. Sparkles (voice) | |
| 1991 |
The Pirates of Dark WaterWhen Ren, a young son of a lighthouse keeper, rescues a stranger foundering in the rocks near his home, he... |
Tula (voice) | |
| 1990 |
Why Christmas Trees Aren't Perfect: The Story of Small PineCome share the story of a young tree named Small Pine who had big hopes. One very special Christmas he... |
Princess Arabella (voice) | |
| 1989 |
The Little MermaidThis colorful adventure tells the story of an impetuous mermaid princess named Ariel who falls in love with the very... |
Ariel (voice) | |
| 1984 |
HunterHunter is an American police drama television series created by Frank Lupo, and starring Fred Dryer as Sgt. Rick Hunter... |
Police Officer | |
| TBA |
Broadway: The Next GenerationA look at the past, present and future of the Great White Way. |
Self | |
| TBA |
Rapsittie Street Kids: A Bunny's TaleSomething missing from Zeke's life prevents him from capturing the Easter Spirit. This film made it far into production and... |
Lenee (voice) |
Latest Release
The Wingfeather Saga: The Journey Begins
2025
LEGO Disney Princess: Villains Unite
2025 / TMDB 7.2
Disney Princess Concert: Celebrating 70 Years of Disneyland
2025 / TMDB 1.0
Disney 100: A Century of Dreams – A Special Edition of 20/20
2023 / TMDB 7.1
Once Upon a Studio
2023 / TMDB 8.3
Lego Disney Princess: The Castle Quest
2023 / TMDB 6.4
Got a question about Jodi Benson?
Jodi Benson is most famous for voicing Ariel in Disney's The Little Mermaid and Barbie in various Barbie films. Her performances have made her a staple in animated features.
Jodi Benson has received several awards, including a Disney Legend Award in 2011, recognizing her contributions to the Disney franchise.
Jodi Benson's first film role was in the animated feature The Little Mermaid, released in 1989, where she voiced Ariel, launching her into stardom.
Jodi Benson's estimated net worth is approximately $6 million, largely due to her work in animation and musical theatre.
Besides animation, Jodi Benson has worked in live-action television and musical theatre, showcasing her versatility as a performer.
Jodi Benson has two daughters, Mackenzie and Delaney, who are both involved in the arts.
Jodi Benson's voice acting style is characterized by her clear, youthful tone and emotional expressiveness, making her performances resonate with audiences of all ages.
Yes, Jodi Benson has voiced characters in non-Disney projects, including the animated series DuckTales and several video games, showcasing her talent across various media.