Tiana

Quotes

Dreams will definitely come true. What's important is to keep putting in the effort.
I'm running for my dream, not to become a princess.
Everyone has the right to achieve their dreams.
With hope, any difficulty can be overcome.
Love makes not only yourself but the people around you happy too.

Trivia

Tiana is Disney's first African American princess.
The character's design references the expressions and features of voice actress Anika Noni Rose.
The production team respected Tiana's cultural background and consulted African American screenwriters.
Tiana-themed attractions are being constructed at Disneyland and Walt Disney World.
The initial character name was 'Maddie (Madeline)', but it was changed.
In the movie, Tiana spends a long time transformed into a frog, which drew some criticism.

Alternate names

Tiana Princess Tiana Tia Tiana's Palace

Profile

Species: Human
Gender: Female
Birth year: 1920s

Appearance

Overall appearance: A young African American woman with warm skin tone, curly dark brown hair, and distinctive dimples. Often wears elegant princess dresses.
Height: About 165cm
Weight: Secret
Eye color: Brown
Hair color: Black
Distinguishing features: Curly hair

Dimples

Round small nose

Full lips
Iconic items: Tiana's Palace restaurant

Green princess dress

Waitress uniform

Accessory earrings

Mama Odie's voodoo amulet

Personality and abilities

Core personality: Hard worker
Detailed personality: Strong sense of responsibility, practical and reliable type who works with all her might to realize her family's dream. Caring towards those around her, strong independence. Never gives up even when facing difficulties and spares no effort towards her dreams.
Keywords: Brave

Responsible

Kind

Independent

Positive

Pragmatic

Cooperative
Motto: Effort is the only way to achieve dreams
Talents: Cooking talent

Sense as a chef

Social communication skills

Leadership

Decisiveness
Skills: Waitress

Restaurant management

All cooking (including Cajun cuisine)

Dance

Problem-solving skills
Motivation: To open her own restaurant 'Tiana's Palace', which was her late father's dream
Habits: Left-handed, and occasionally has the habit of putting her hand to her mouth when nervous.
Favorite foods: Beignets, Cajun cuisine, New Orleans local cuisine
Hobbies: Cooking, Dance, Music appreciation (Jazz)
Favorite places: New Orleans, Swamp, Mama Odie's shack
Favorite colors: Green, Gold
Music: Jazz, Blues
Disliked situations: Racism, Unfair treatment, Giving up on dreams

History

Backstory: In 1920s New Orleans, a young waitress aiming to own her own restaurant to fulfill her father's dream, who died in World War I. Meets the magical frog prince Naveen and kisses him to help, resulting in her turning into a frog herself, but through adventures, she realizes true love and her dream.
Debut date: December 11, 2009
Work title: The Princess and the Frog
Media type: Movie

Transformation into a frog

Significant event: Transformation into a frog
Description: Kissed Prince Naveen, who was turned into a frog by the evil sorcerer Dr. Facilier, and ended up turning into a frog herself.

Meeting Mama Odie

Significant event: Meeting Mama Odie
Description: Met the voodoo priestess Mama Odie during her journey seeking help and learned the secrets of magic.

Opening of Tiana's Palace

Significant event: Opening of Tiana's Palace
Description: At the end of her journey, opened her dream restaurant 'Tiana's Palace' and was recognized as a princess.

Appearance in Disney+ series 'Tiana'

Significant event: Appearance in Disney+ series 'Tiana'
Description: Scheduled to star as the protagonist in the spin-off series announced in 2020.

Announcement of Splash Mountain retheme

Significant event: Announcement of Splash Mountain retheme
Description: Announcement that Splash Mountain at Disney parks in California and Florida will be rethemed to 'Tiana's Bayou Adventure'.

Relationships

James

Father

Deceased father and the existence with a deep bond that gave Tiana the inspiration for her dream of owning a restaurant.

Prince Naveen

Partner

The partner with whom she nurtured true love while traveling together as frogs.

Charlotte

Best friend

Childhood friend and friend from a wealthy family. Kindly lends costumes and such.

Mama Odie

Mentor

Voodoo witch who provides advice and magical support.

Louis

Teammate

Alligator who plays jazz and is a travel companion.

Ray

Teammate

Swamp firefly. Adventuring companion who helps each other.

Disney Princess

Disney Princess: member

Media appearances

The Princess and the Frog

Movie / Protagonist

2009 theatrical release

Series / Protagonist

Disney+ spin-off series

Sofia the First

Anime / Guest

2014 episode appearance

Ralph Breaks the Internet

Movie / Supporting

2018

Once Upon a Time Season 7

Series / Supporting

2017

LEGO Disney Princess: Castle Adventure