Anika Noni Rose explains the importance of Disney Princess Tiana and her song 'Almost There' - Los Angeles Times
AJ+ on Twitter: "Anika Noni Rose says she spoke to "Ralph Breaks the Internet" animators about the importance of representation after her character Princess Tiana (Disney's first black Disney Princess) was depicted
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Anika Noni Rose attend the official induction of Princess Tiana into the Disney Princess Royal Court and release of 'The Stock Photo - Alamy
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Princess and the Frog' Actress Praises Halle Bailey, Yara Shahidi on Disney Roles - Inside the Magic
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The Disney Family Singalong: Volume II" Lineup to Feature Shakira, Josh Gad, Anika Noni Rose, and More; Premiering May 10 on ABC - WDW News Today
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Anika Noni Rose attend the official induction of Princess Tiana into the Disney Princess Royal Court and release of 'The Stock Photo - Alamy
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EXCLUSIVE: Anika Noni Rose Reads an Excerpt from 'Tales of Courage and Kindness' – Disney's Ultimate Princess Celebration | Disney Parks Blog
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Disney Legend Anika Noni Rose (Briefly) Discusses Upcoming "Princess and the Frog" Ride - LaughingPlace.com
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