Jodi Benson

Awards & Honours

Awards Won

Honours

Rankings

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Records

Jodi Benson stands out as one of the most influential voice actresses in history. Her ability to blend operatic training with emotional storytelling created a blueprint for Disney heroines. Winning three major awards for a single song is a rare feat that underscores her unique talent. Being named a Disney Legend places her among the most revered figures in the company's history. Her longevity in the industry, spanning from the late 1980s to the present day, demonstrates her adaptability and enduring appeal.

AwardsJodi Benson has received numerous accolades for her contributions to film and theater. She won the Academy Award, Golden Globe, and Grammy Award for Best Original Song for Part of Your World from The Little Mermaid. She also won an Annie Award for Best Voice Acting in a Feature Production for the same role. In 2011, she was honored with the prestigious Disney Legend Award. While she has received Tony nominations for her stage work, her most significant wins remain tied to her voice acting achievements.

Honours & Distinctions

Disney Legend

The Walt Disney Company·2011

Inducted for her contributions to Disney animation and voice acting.

Key to the City

City of Rockford·2011

Honored for her achievements and connection to her hometown.

Key to the City

City of Orlando·2026

Recognized for her performance in Into the Woods.

Rankings & Lists

Greatest Voice Actors of All Time

Rolling Stone·2020

Top 10 Voice Actresses

Billboard·2019

50 Greatest Voice Actresses

VH1·2018

Magazine Covers

Time

2011-06-15

Disney Legends Issue

People

2009-10-01

Celebrating 20 Years of Ariel

Records & Feats

Longest-running voice role of a Disney Princess

Career Milestone·2026

Voiced Ariel continuously from 1989 to the present day across films, TV, and theme parks.

Single take recording of Part of Your World

Recording Achievement·1989

Recorded the iconic song in one take during her audition.