The Mystery of the Music
The anticipation for Disney’s live-action Beauty and the Beast has been nothing short of palpable, but there is one major question that has kept fans on the edge of their seats: Can Emma Watson actually sing?
While the trailers for the upcoming musical have broken records and stunned audiences with gorgeous visuals, the studio has been notoriously tight-lipped about the film’s songs. We’ve seen the library, the snowy castle, and that iconic yellow dress, but we haven’t heard a single note—until now.
In a viral moment that has set Instagram and X (Twitter) ablaze, a fan account may have just delivered the “Something There” snippet we’ve all been waiting for. And interestingly enough, the source isn’t a high-def movie trailer—it’s a toy.
A “Tale” From the Toy Aisle
A recording, reportedly taken from a new Hasbro singing Belle doll spotted in stores, features a voice that sounds suspiciously like the Harry Potter alum. In the grainy but clear clip, the voice performs a few lines from “Something There,” the beloved Alan Menken and Howard Ashman track where Belle first realizes her feelings for the Beast.
“I am officially floored,” wrote the fan who first shared the clip on social media. “If she wasn’t perfect enough, this has absolutely nailed her as Belle!”
The comment sections quickly turned into a digital listening party. “I’ve been so nervous to hear her voice, but this sounds exactly like I imagined Belle would sound in !” one fan wrote. Another added, “It’s definitely not the original Paige O’Hara version, which means… it’s Emma!”
A Career Milestone
While we have to take this with a grain of salt until Disney drops an official studio version, the voice in the recording captures that signature blend of intelligence and sweetness that Watson brings to all her roles.
This would mark a massive milestone for the actress. Despite her decade-spanning career, Watson hasn’t yet flexed her vocal cords in a film, making this Disney debut a high-stakes moment for the star.
Watson has previously been open about the “singing jitters,” telling fans earlier in the production process that she was starting singing lessons to do the role justice. If this doll is any indication, those lessons have certainly paid off.
Who’s Next to Sing?
Of course, Belle isn’t the only one we’re waiting on. The internet is still holding its breath to hear Ewan McGregor’s take on “Be Our Guest” and Emma Thompson’s version of the titular “Beauty and the Beast.”
With the film set to hit theaters in March, Disney will likely keep us teased with small, curated snippets. But if this doll is the real deal, it looks like Watson is more than ready to hold her own in the “Tale as Old as Time.”
Between the high-tech inventions we recently learned Belle will be sporting and these new vocals, this reimagining is shaping up to be a modern masterpiece. Now, the only question left is: when can we get the full soundtrack?
Unexpected Team-Up: Prince William and Emma Watson Unite for Change
Prince William had plenty to celebrate this weekend, but his latest public appearance quickly turned heads for a very different reason. After marking his 44th birthday and Father's Day with his family, the future king returned to royal duties—and made a surprisingly personal confession about the emotional toll of climate change.
William joined Hollywood stars Emma Watson and Benedict Cumberbatch at a United for Wildlife forum in London, an initiative he launched with the Royal Foundation in 2013. The organization works around the world to combat wildlife trafficking, environmental crime, and the destruction of endangered species.
But it was William's candid admission about his own fears that stole the spotlight.
The Prince of Wales revealed that climate change has caused him "sleepless nights," admitting he has struggled with anxiety about what the future could look like. Yet instead of allowing those fears to overwhelm him, William said seeing real progress through conservation efforts has helped keep his environmental anxiety under control.
He also delivered a powerful message to business leaders, urging them to become the kind of leaders they admired when they were children. With technology and innovation transforming the world at an incredible pace, William challenged CEOs to use their influence to create meaningful change.
The event launched London Climate Action Week, with more royal appearances expected, including the Earthshot Prize assembly.
Emma Watson also delivered a surprising revelation of her own. The Harry Potter star highlighted the fashion industry's enormous environmental impact, pointing out that it produces more emissions than aviation and ranks behind only oil among major polluting industries.
Watson, who is also pursuing a doctorate in philosophy at Oxford, shared a hilarious story about mistakenly believing paparazzi were following her. After spotting photographers with telephoto lenses, she arranged a distraction and escaped through another exit. The twist? They weren't photographing her at all. They were waiting to capture a red kite.
Meanwhile, Benedict Cumberbatch praised William as "a great guy" and urged businesses and individuals to recognize that they can still make a difference, even when global environmental challenges appear overwhelming.
With William, Watson, and Cumberbatch joining forces on the issue, the London forum delivered a clear message: the fight against environmental destruction is becoming impossible for the world's biggest names to ignore.
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