Introduction
Halle Bailey is a young and talented actress who is set to make a splash as Ariel in the upcoming live-action adaptation of The Little Mermaid. She is best known for being a part of the R&B duo Chloe x Halle alongside her sister Chloe Bailey. In this blog post, we will take a closer look at Halle Bailey’s personal life, including her age, sisters, parents, and boyfriend.
Early Life and Career
Age and Background
Halle Bailey was born on March 27, 2000, in Atlanta, Georgia. She is currently 21 years old. Halle and her sister Chloe were raised in a musically inclined family, with their father being a musician and their mother managing their careers. The sisters started their music career by posting covers of popular songs on YouTube, which eventually caught the attention of Beyoncé. They were later signed to her record label, Parkwood Entertainment, and have since released two studio albums.
Chloe x Halle
Halle and her sister Chloe formed the R&B duo Chloe x Halle in 2015. They gained popularity on YouTube, where they posted covers of popular songs. In 2016, they were signed to Beyoncé’s record label, Parkwood Entertainment. They have released two studio albums, “The Kids Are Alright” and “Ungodly Hour,” both of which received critical acclaim. In addition to their music career, the sisters have also made appearances in TV shows and movies such as Grown-ish and The Fighting Temptations.
Personal Life
Sisters
Halle has one sister, Chloe Bailey, who is also a part of the R&B duo Chloe x Halle. The sisters are very close and often collaborate on music together. They have been performing together since a young age and have a strong bond both on and off stage.
Parents
Halle’s father, Doug Bailey, is a musician who played bass guitar for the R&B group The Floaters. Her mother, Courtney Bailey, manages the careers of Halle and Chloe. The sisters have often credited their parents for their success and have mentioned that they have been a source of inspiration and support throughout their careers.
Boyfriend
Halle Bailey is currently dating actor and musician, Kelvin Harrison Jr. The couple has been dating since 2019 and often shares pictures of each other on social media. They have also been seen attending events and premieres together. Kelvin is best known for his roles in movies such as Waves and It Comes at Night.
The Little Mermaid
Ariel
Halle Bailey was cast as Ariel in the upcoming live-action adaptation of The Little Mermaid in 2019. The decision to cast a black actress in the role of Ariel was met with both praise and criticism. However, Halle has mentioned that she is excited to take on the role and bring her own interpretation to the character.
Production
The Little Mermaid is currently in production and is set to be released in 2023. The movie will be directed by Rob Marshall and will also star Melissa McCarthy, Javier Bardem, and Awkwafina. The movie will feature new songs by Lin-Manuel Miranda and Alan Menken, as well as the original songs from the animated movie.
