One of the more highly anticipated of Disney’s live action remakes/adaptations is The Little Mermaid, and last month, it was reported that singing superstar Harry Styles was in the running to play Prince Eric. Fast-forward to earlier today, word came out that Styles had officially signed on to appear in the remake of the 1989 animated hit that kicked off the Disney Renaissance era, but it seems that is not actually the case.
According to The Wrap, Harry Styles has turned down the offer to play Prince Eric in The Little Mermaid. No specific reason was provided for why he declined to participate, though one source claimed that Styles is “a fan of the project.” Whether it was due to scheduling, creative differences or something in between, Styles and his glorious hair will reportedly not be gracing this particular Disney adaptation.