Sherri Stoner: The Unseen Hero Behind Ariel's Movements in The Little Mermaid Sherri Stoner played a pivotal role in the creation of The Little Mermaid's iconic character, Ariel, by providing the physical movement references for Disney’s animators. Though often overlooked, Stoner’s performances brought Ariel’s graceful underwater movements and expressive gestures to life. Working closely with the animation team, Stoner acted out many of Ariel's key scenes, including her curious mannerisms and de