Julie Andrews Declines Princess Diaries 3 Role at 90 as Anne Hathaway Says Disney Pushed Hard
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Updated · Variety · Aug 19
Julie Andrews Declines Princess Diaries 3 Role at 90 as Anne Hathaway Says Disney Pushed Hard
3 articles · Updated · Variety · Aug 19
Summary
Julie Andrews said she turned down a return as Queen Clarisse in “Princess Diaries 3,” describing herself as retired and saying the film could flourish without “Granny” at her age.
Anne Hathaway, who will reprise Mia Thermopolis, said Disney pressed hard to bring Andrews back and that the offer remains open if she changes her mind.
Hathaway framed the sequel around nostalgia for fans who were 6 when the first film arrived and may now be bringing their own children to the franchise.
The comments at D23 clarify that Andrews’ absence stems from her own decision, not a lack of interest from Disney or the returning cast.