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Jodi Benson watches daughter play Ariel in ‘The Little Mermaid’

Delaney Benson is currently playing the title role in the production at Miami’s Area Stage.

A screenshot of Jodi Benson and Delaney Benson at Miami’s Area Stage

Jodi Benson is experiencing a full-circle moment. The Tony Award-nominated actor who famously voiced the central role of Ariel in the animated film “The Little Mermaid” recently had the opportunity to see her daughter play the role in an immersive stage version. Delaney Benson is currently portraying the title role in the production at Miami’s Area Stage, set to run through Aug. 4. Check out a clip of Jodi Benson watching Delaney Benson perform “Part of Your World” below.

@coolzjay

Watching @Delaney Benson play Ariel and @Jodi Benson being the most supportive mom was honestly such an honor!!! So lucky to have been able to witness this 😭 #thelittlemermaid #jodibenson #ariel #disney #miami

♬ original sound - Jess