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‘The Little Mermaid’ star reacts after being showered in praise by Dwayne Johnson

'The Little Mermaid' star Halle Bailey and Dwayne Johnson show the power of kindness.

Halle Bailey as Ariel in 'The Little Mermaid'
Screengrab via Disney

Halle Bailey was thrilled to receive heartwarming messages of support from Dwayne Johnson and his adorable daughters for her performance in The Little Mermaid.

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Bailey took to Twitter to respond to a sweet clip posted by the Black Adam star, showcasing himself at the movies with his children Jasmine and Tiana, along with their friends. The little girls clutched their Little Mermaid dolls, expressing gratitude to Bailey for her remarkable vocal performance and the delightful swag they received from Disney.

The Rock’s post inspired other parents to tweet their gratitude to the young actor for her outstanding portrayal of Ariel and the joy she has brought to their children.

Some posted photos of Bailey sharing a warm embrace with her adoring young fans.

Others felt moved by The Rock’s support for the young star.

Bailey stars as the mermaid princess Ariel in the live-action adaptation of the 1989 animated feature film. The Little Mermaid also stars Jonah Hauer-King, Melissa McCarthy, Javier Bardem, Noma Dumezweni, and Awkwafina.

With influential figures like The Rock in The Little Mermaid fandom, Halle Bailey’s star status is assured. Her profound gratitude for his support is a testament to the uplifting impact of kindness.