Sherri Stoner and Joshua Finkel as the live reference models for Ariel and Prince Eric in Disney’s ‘The Little Mermaid,’ which was released in theaters on this day 34 years ago. In addition to the choreographed movements, Sherri’s unique quirks, such as frequent lip-biting, blowing to remove hair from her face, and moving her hands when nervous, were inherited by Ariel. At the 62nd Academy Awards, ‘The Little Mermaid’ won the Oscars for Original Score (Alan Menken) and Original Song (“Under The Sea,” Music by Alan Menken; Lyric by Howard Ashman). “Kiss The Girl” also received an Original Song nomination. #thelittlemermaid #ariel #princessariel #princeeric #disney #animation #littlemermaid #disneyanimation #bts #2danimation #behindthescenes #underthesea #kissthegirl #oscars #academyawards #movies #film