Lizzo Wanted To Play Ursula In The Little Mermaid Movie So Ursula Could Be Portrayed As a THOT?

Lizzo Wanted To Play Ursula In The Little Mermaid Movie So Ursula Could Be Portrayed As a THOT?

Lizzo gave some insight into her audition for Disney's live-action The Little Mermaid and what happened when she ran into Melissa McCarthy, who ultimately won the part of Ursula. The singer-songwriter lobbied for the role on social media in 2018, posting a viral clip of herself expertly belting the lyrics to "Poor Unfortunate Souls." It's safe to say she understood the assignment — what with the purple body paint, larger-than-life white wig, and hairline-high eyebrows. ADVERTISEMENT So when it was announced that Melissa won the part, some fans were divided, saying that while Melissa is fantastic, the role should have gone to a Black woman or drag queen, especially since Ursula was inspired by the late drag queen Divine. Well, in a new cover story with Variety, Lizzo reflected on the situation. "Everyone knows I auditioned for Ursula in The Little Mermaid, and I didn’t get it. But you know, I’m fine as hell. That has nothing to do with Ursula, but I was down to make Ursula a THOT, shaking ass."

Oshay Duke Jackson