From Mia Thermopolis to a Disney Legend, Anne Hathaway is celebrating a major milestone as one of her most beloved films makes its way back to the big screen.

After consecutive projects this 2026, Anne Hathaway has officially been inducted as a Disney Legend, joining the prestigious group of individuals recognized for their significant contributions to The Walt Disney Company and its legacy.

For many fans, Hathaway’s connection to Disney is closely tied to her breakout role as Mia Thermopolis in The Princess Diaries. Released in 2001, the film introduced audiences to an ordinary teenager who discovers that she is heir to the throne of the fictional kingdom of Genovia.

Hathaway reprised the role in The Princess Diaries 2: The Royal Engagement in 2004, further cementing Mia as one of her most recognizable characters.

More than two decades after the original film, Hathaway is preparing to return as the beloved princess in The Princess Diaries 3, which is currently in the works.

The upcoming project has been met with excitement from longtime fans who have been waiting years to see what comes next for Mia and the kingdom of Genovia. While plot details remain largely under wraps, Hathaway’s return alone has been enough to fuel anticipation for the next chapter.

Her Disney Legend induction makes the timing even more special, celebrating her career while fans prepare to see her revisit one of the roles that helped make her a household name.

From Mia Thermopolis to a Disney Legend, Hathaway’s journey continues to be a nostalgic one for audiences who grew up watching her become Genovia’s princess and now, they may finally get to see what kind of queen she has become.