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LOS ANGELES, Jan. 29 (UPI) -- Disney Junior says it is working on Elena of Avalor, a new animated series about a 16-year-old, Latina princess to be voiced by Aimee Carrero. The character of Elena, who hails from "an enchanted fairytale kingdom inspired by diverse Latin cultures and folklore," will be introduced in a special episode of the popular princess program Sofia the First in 2016, the cable television network said in a news release.
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"Our creative team has delivered a universal story with themes that authentically reflect the hopes and dreams of our diverse audience," Nancy Kanter, executive vice president and general manager of Disney Junior Worldwide, said in a statement Thursday. "What excites us most is the chance to use distinctive animation and visual design to tell wonderful stories influenced by culture and traditions that are familiar to the worldwide population of Hispanic and Latino families and reflect the interests and aspirations of all children as told through a classic fairytale."
"Princess Elena's journey began long ago when her parents and kingdom were taken from her by the evil sorceress, Shuriki," a synopsis said. "Elena bravely faced the sorceress to protect her little sister, Princess Isabel, and grandparents but in the process, her magical amulet pulled her inside its enchanted jewel, saving her life but imprisoning her at the same time. Decades later, Princess Sofia of Enchancia discovers the truth about the amulet she has worn since joining her royal family and sets out to restore Elena to her human form and help her return to the kingdom of Avalor. While Elena is the rightful heir to the throne, she is only age 16 so she will rule Avalor with the help of a Grand Council comprised of her Grandfather Tito, Grandmother Cici and Royal Advisor, Duke Esteban."
