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The evolution of Disney princesses

From fragile young ladies to strong and determined heroines

The evolution of Disney princesses
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Jasmeen Siddiqui
30/04/2025 20:00 ‧ 1 month ago | StarsInsider

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For more than six decades, Disney has held a monopoly over children's films, forming the basis of several generations' perceptions of what

men and women should act like. The media giant has done its best to engage with up-to-date standards

and norms, and while their work has been revolutionary at times, it has also been quite regressive at others.

Disney princesses have long reflected the social context of their times, which is why their evolution has been as drastic as the cultural shifts we've seen over the past century. Click ahead

to journey through Disney's most celebrated women, and see whether much has changed at all.

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