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Frozen Stars Poised for Historic $60M Animation Paydays

11/22/2025

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Kristen Bell, Idina Menzel, and Josh Gad are reportedly set to earn $60 million each to voice characters in Disney's Frozen 3 and 4.
The deal could be the highest salary in animation history, reflecting the franchise's success after films grossed over $3 billion.
The arrangement raises concerns about pay disparities, since directors and artists often earn far less.
Disney aims to retain these stars to ensure Frozen's continued profitability.

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Kristen Bell, Idina Menzel, and Josh Gad are reportedly set to earn $60 million each to voice characters in Disney's Frozen 3 and 4.
The deal could be the highest salary in animation history, reflecting the franchise's success after films grossed over $3 billion.
The arrangement raises concerns about pay disparities, since directors and artists often earn far less.
Disney aims to retain these stars to ensure Frozen's continued profitability.