Halle Bailey’s Son Reacting To The Little Mermaid Is The Cutest Thing Ever

March 7, 2025

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If you need a timeline cleanse, Halle Bailey’s latest post featuring her son, Halo, recognizing her on screen in The Little Mermaid is what you may be exactly what you are looking for. The singer and actress shared a sweet video on X, and the internet aunties and uncles are collectively in their feelings.

Halo Recognizes His Mother Halle Bailey As Ariel & The Internet Can’t Get Enough

In the clip, little Halo is watching his mom play Ariel on screen when he suddenly turns toward the camera, then back at the screen, grinning from ear to ear. As Halle’s mermaid character emerges from the water, showing off her iconic bright red kinky curls, Halo’s tiny lips form the word “Mama.”

Cue the waterworks!

Completely overwhelmed with love, Halle giggles in the background, repeating “Mama” right back to her baby boy. The moment is so pure, so wholesome, and the internet cannot handle it.

Halle Bailey’s Fans Are Absolutely Swooning Over Halo

The short clip has gone viral, with fans sharing it and dropping their feelings. From crying emojis and heart reactions to GIFs, Halle’s army couldn’t help but express how adorable the moment was.

One fan posted, “Imagine having a Disney princess as your mom.”

Another wrote, “This is the purest reaction ever. My heart can’t take it.”

And we agree with them.

Halo Shows The Importance Of ‘The Little Mermaid’

Halo might not fully understand how iconic his mom’s role as Ariel is, but he knows his mama is special. Halle’s portrayal of one of Disney’s first Black princesses was groundbreaking, and seeing her son recognize her on screen makes it even more meaningful.

This moment is a beautiful reminder that Halle’s impact will last for generations- on-screen and in her own home.