Alright, so Disney just went and did it. They actually pulled the trigger on the live-action Tangled movie, and the big news – the really big news – is that Teagan Croft is officially our new Rapunzel. Yeah, I know. The internet, as it always does, went a little wild. Some folks were scratching their heads, some were straight up confused, and then there were the rest of us, who’ve been quietly (or not so quietly) rooting for this girl, who were just like, “FINALLY. Someone gets it.”

“Who Is Thattt?” – Your New Rapunzel, That’s Who.

Look, if you’re not clued into the world of comic book adaptations or, let’s be real, you’re not a parent of a teen who watches everything DC-related, Teagan Croft might not be a household name yet. But trust me, she’s about to be. You probably know her best as Rachel Roth, or Raven, from DC’s Titans. And let me tell you, playing Raven? That’s not some cutesy Disney Channel gig. That’s heavy lifting. Raven is dark, she’s powerful, she’s got serious emotional baggage, and she’s constantly battling literal demons. Not exactly the sunniest character on the block, right?

So when the news broke – Disney dropping it like a bombshell via X, with Milo Manheim (our new Flynn Rider, by the way) resharing it on Instagram – and Teagan herself popping into the comments with that classic, playful, “Ohhhh waitttt who is thattt,” tease, the reactions were, shall we say, varied. You had your “OMG SHE’S PERFECT” crowd, and then you had the “She’s Raven, how can she be Rapunzel?!” brigade. It’s almost like people forget actors can, you know, act different roles. Wild concept, I know.

The Raven to Rapunzel Pipeline

But here’s the thing. While Raven is all about internal struggle and gothic angst, Rapunzel, at her core, is also about internal struggle. She’s not just a pretty face with really, really long hair. She’s a prisoner. She’s spent her entire life locked away, dreaming of a world she’s never seen, yearning for freedom, and yet, she’s also incredibly resourceful, optimistic (despite her circumstances), and yes, even a little bit fierce when she needs to be. She’s got a frying pan and she’s not afraid to use it, remember?

Why Teagan Is Actually the Perfect Fit

This isn’t some random pick, guys. This is smart casting. When you’ve played a character like Raven, who has to convey so much emotional depth, vulnerability, and latent power with just a look – often under layers of makeup and costume, by the way – you’ve got the chops for Rapunzel. Rapunzel needs to be innocent, yes, but not naive. She needs to be strong, but not aggressive. She needs to be able to go from wide-eyed wonder to absolute determination in a heartbeat. And Teagan? She’s got that range, believe me.

“Ohhhh waitttt who is thattt.” – Teagan Croft, reacting to her own casting, probably with a smirk.

I mean, think about it. The live-action Disney princess thing is tricky. You can’t just pick someone who looks the part perfectly. You need someone who can embody the spirit of the character, someone who can bring a certain gravitas and relatability to a story that’s inherently fantastical. And honestly, after seeing Teagan grow up on screen, evolving from a somewhat shy, overwhelmed teenager into a powerful, confident young woman in Titans, I’m convinced she has the emotional intelligence to portray Rapunzel’s complex journey.

What This Actually Means

This casting isn’t just about finding a pretty face; it’s about finding someone who can carry the emotional weight of a character who literally breaks free from a tower and discovers the world for the first time. It’s about that wonder, that fear, that joy, all mixed up. And Teagan Croft has proven she can deliver on those big, messy emotions. She’s got this incredible ability to be understated yet profoundly impactful, and that’s exactly what Rapunzel needs. No over-the-top dramatics, just real, raw feeling.

So yeah, if you were skeptical, I get it. If you didn’t know who she was, now you do. And if you were already on board, well, then you and I are probably already planning our movie night outfits. Teagan Croft as Rapunzel? It’s not just good casting; it’s actually really, really smart. And I, for one, can’t wait to see her let down that incredibly long, glowing hair. This isn’t just another live-action remake; this one feels like it actually might hit different.