Celebrity Info
Halle Bailey, born in Atlanta, GA in 2000, first stepped into the spotlight at just eight years old, performing with her older sister Chloe on YouTube. It didn’t take long for Halle to start making waves—alongside her sibling, she formed the musical duo Chloe x Halle, a name that would soon become synonymous with talent and harmony. As Halle grew more confident in her artistry, their channel gained traction, especially after they posted a cover of Beyoncé’s “Pretty Hurts.” That performance? It was a game-changer. Halle caught the eye of none other than Beyoncé herself, who not only discovered the sisters but went on to mentor them closely.
From there, Halle’s journey accelerated quickly. Beyoncé signed Chloe and Halle to her Parkwood Entertainment label, opening doors that many only dream of. Halle, still a teenager, appeared in Beyoncé’s groundbreaking visual album Lemonade and later joined her as an opening act on major tours, including the Formation World Tour and the On the Run II Tour with Jay-Z. Talk about being in elite company! All the while, Halle was honing her craft, balancing music with early acting roles—like a guest appearance on Tyler Perry’s House of Payne and a small part in Queen Latifah’s Last Holiday. She also lent her voice to films like Let It Shine and Joyful Noise, both back in 2012.
But it was in 2016 that Halle and Chloe really began to shine musically. They released their first EP, Sugar Symphony, followed by the mixtape The Two of Us in 2017. Then came their debut studio album, The Kids Are Alright, in 2018—a project where Halle co-wrote all 16 tracks and co-produced several. The effort paid off: the sisters earned Grammy nominations for Best New Artist and Best Urban Contemporary Album. Impressive? Absolutely. And Halle was just getting started.
Around the same time, Halle took a bold step into television, starring alongside her sister as Skylar Forster in the Freeform series Grown-ish. Not only did she act, but she also helped perform the show’s theme song—another showcase of Halle’s versatility. But perhaps the role that truly catapulted Halle into global fame was when she was cast as Ariel in Rob Marshall’s live-action remake of The Little Mermaid (2020). Yes, Halle became the face of one of Disney’s most beloved characters, bringing grace, voice, and depth to the iconic mermaid. From YouTube covers to Hollywood leading lady, Halle Bailey’s rise has been nothing short of magical.
When it comes to Halle Bailey’s career highlights, many fans and critics often point to Lemonade (2016) as her highest-rated project. While Halle Bailey wasn’t the central figure in that visual album, her appearance and contribution were part of a powerful cultural moment that received widespread acclaim. On the other hand, Halle Bailey’s most recent major role came in The Little Mermaid (2023), which, despite high expectations and significant buzz, ended up receiving more mixed reviews from audiences and critics alike—making it, by comparison, her lowest-rated work to date. Of course, Halle Bailey continues to grow as an artist, and her impact in both music and film remains undeniable.
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