Eric

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Prince Eric is the deuteragonist of Disney's 1989 animated feature film The Little Mermaid. He is a young, dashing prince of a seaside kingdom with a passion for sailing the high seas. During one of his voyages, Eric is rescued by a mysterious girl after nearly drowning during a storm. Grateful for her heroism, and enchanted by her beautiful voice, Eric immediately falls in love with his rescuer and becomes determined to find and marry her.

Jonah Hauer-King

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Jonah Hauer-King is a British-American actor known for his work in both film and television. Born on May 30, 1995, in London, England, to a British father and an American mother, he holds dual citizenship. Hauer-King pursued a degree in theology and religious studies at St. John's College, Cambridge, while simultaneously building his acting career. He gained early recognition for his roles in the BBC series *Little Women* (2017) and *World on Fire* (2019). However, he is perhaps best known for his portrayal of Prince Eric in Disney's live-action adaptation of *The Little Mermaid* (2023). Hauer-King's versatility as an actor, combined with his charming screen presence, has made him a rising star in Hollywood, with a promising future ahead.