Kristen Bell Slams 'Absurd' $60 Million Frozen 3 Salary Reports
Actress Kristen Bell has forcefully pushed back against widespread media reports claiming she is set to earn a staggering $60 million to return as the voice of Princess Anna in the upcoming animated sequels Frozen 3 and Frozen 4. The star labeled the circulating financial figures as "absurd" and categorically inaccurate, addressing the speculation in a recent interview.
Viral Rumors and Firm Denials
Recent entertainment industry rumors had suggested that Bell, along with her co-stars Idina Menzel (Elsa) and Josh Gad (Olaf), were each being compensated $60 million for their roles in the two planned sequels. This would have represented a combined total of $180 million for the principal voice cast. However, Bell has now firmly denied these claims, stating that the details of the deal have been widely misreported.
"I think there's been a lot misreported about that 'Frozen' deal," Bell told Entertainment Tonight. "No, no, no — that's somebody making a lot of things up." While expressing profound gratitude for her role in the successful franchise and acknowledging the films' commercial triumph, she emphasized that the viral salary number is simply not true.
The Frozen Franchise's Monumental Success
The Frozen series remains one of The Walt Disney Company's most profitable and critically acclaimed animated franchises. The original 2013 film, Frozen, achieved phenomenal box office success, grossing approximately $1.3 billion worldwide and winning two Academy Awards, including Best Original Song for "Let It Go." Its 2019 sequel, Frozen II, surpassed this achievement, earning around $1.45 billion globally and solidifying the series as a cultural phenomenon.
Future Release Plans and Development
Despite the salary misinformation, the future of Arendelle is very much secured. Disney has officially scheduled Frozen 3 for theatrical release on November 24, 2027. Furthermore, the studio has confirmed that a fourth installment, Frozen 4, is already in active development, ensuring the continuation of the beloved story for years to come. The clarification from Bell puts to rest speculative financial narratives while keeping fan excitement firmly focused on the upcoming cinematic adventures.
