Disney Introduces New Princess, Sofia the First

In 2012, Disney is introducing an animated movie and TV series that will revolve around Sofia, the purple-gowned kiddie princess.

"Sofia the First" adventures will begin with the nominal little girl, who becomes a princess when her mother marries the king of her storybook world. Typical daydreaming for a toddler.

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The “Sofia the First” will be aimed at toddlers and young children, ages two to seven. The television series will play on both Disney Channel and Disney Junior, a channel aimed at children ages 2 to 7 that is set to make its debut in the coming months.

Unlike other Disney Princesses, Sofia is not a damsel in distress. "Although Sofia will have plenty of pretty dresses and sparkly shoes, our stories will show Sofia, and our viewers, that what makes a real princess is what's inside, not what's outside," said Nancy Kanter, senior vice president of programming and general manager for Disney Junior Worldwide.

The "Sofia" movie will debut in fall 2012, with the TV series following in spring 2013.

"Modern Family" actor Ariel Winter will voice Sofia, "Grey's Anatomy" Sara Ramirez as her mom, Queen Miranda, "Let's Make a Deal" host Wayne Brady as a clever rabbit named Clover and "Project Runway" Tim Gunn voicing Baileywick, the Royal Steward.