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[01/12/16 - 04:46 PM]
Additional Cast of Disney Junior's Animated Series "Elena of Avalor" Announced
As previously announced, the series will follow Elena (voiced by Aimee Carrero), a 16-year-old ascendant to the throne of the fairytale kingdom of Avalor.

[via press release from Disney Channel]

JENNA ORTEGA, CHRIS PARNELL AND YVETTE NICOLE BROWN JOIN CAST OF DISNEY JUNIOR'S UPCOMING ANIMATED SERIES "ELENA OF AVALOR"

Aimee Carrero Stars as Elena, Disney's First Princess Inspired by Latin Cultures

Later this year, Princess Elena of Avalor, the first Disney princess inspired by diverse Latin cultures and folklore, will make her debut in a special episode of Disney Junior's hit series "Sofia the First," followed shortly thereafter by the launch of the animated series "Elena of Avalor." As previously announced, the series will follow Elena (voiced by Aimee Carrero of Freeform's "Young & Hungry"), a 16-year-old ascendant to the throne of the fairytale kingdom of Avalor.

Additional casting was announced today. Jenna Ortega ("Jane the Virgin," Disney Channel's upcoming series "Stuck in the Middle") will star as Elena's younger sister, Princess Isabel; and Chris Parnell ("Saturday Night Live," "Archer"), Yvette Nicole Brown ("Community") and Carlos Alazraqui (Disney Junior's "Sheriff Callie's Wild West") voice Migs, Luna and Skylar respectively, magical flying creatures called Jaquins who support Elena as she learns how to rule her kingdom.

Also joining the cast are: Emiliano D�ez ("George Lopez") as Elena's grandfather Francisco; Julia Vera ("General Hospital") as her grandmother Luisa; Christian Lanz ("Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles") as Elena's uncle and Royal Advisor Duke Esteban; Jillian Rose Reed ("Awkward.") as Elena's best friend Naomi; Joseph Haro ("Awkward.") as another of Elena's close friends Mateo, a wizard-in-training; Jorge Diaz ("Days of our Lives") as Elena's friend and rising star of the Royal Guard Gabe; Keith Ferguson (Disney Junior's "Sofia the First") as Zuzo, a mysterious and wily spirit animal that acts as a link between the human and spirit worlds; and Joe Nunez ("Bridesmaids") as Armando, a frazzled palace servant who helps Elena on her journey to the throne.

The series was created by Craig Gerber ("Sofia the First"), who also serves as executive producer. Silvia Cardenas Olivas ("Moesha," "The Brothers Garcia") is the story editor, and Elliot M. Bour ("The Little Engine That Could") is the supervising director. The series' cultural advisors are Diane Rodriguez, Associate Artistic Director of Centre Theatre Group and co-founder of the theatre ensemble Latins Anonymous, who was recently appointed by President Obama to be a member of the National Council on the Arts; and Marcela Davison Aviles, Managing Director and Executive Producer, El Camino Project, an international Latino arts initiative.

Disney Junior reflects the emotional connection generations of consumers have to Disney storytelling and Disney characters, both classic and contemporary. It invites mom and dad to join their child in the Disney experience of magical, musical and heartfelt stories and characters, while incorporating specific learning and development themes designed for kids age 2-7. Disney Junior's series blend Disney's unparalleled storytelling and characters kids love deeply with learning, including early math, language skills, healthy eating and lifestyles, and social skills. In the U.S., Disney Junior is a daily programming block on Disney Channel and a 24-hour channel reaching over 73 million U.S. homes. In total, there are 34 Disney Junior channels in 25 languages around the world.





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