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Princess Diaries 3 Delayed as Anne Hathaway Pregnant

8/14/2026

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Anne Hathaway said on SiriusXM’s Radio Andy that Princess Diaries 3 is delayed while she is pregnant with her third child.
Julie Andrews confirmed she will not reprise Clarisse Renaldi, preferring voice work to on-camera roles.
Meg Cabot told Hollywood Reporter the latest Princess Diaries 3 script is her favorite and she backs the film.
Adele Lim will direct Princess Diaries 3, with Debra Martin Chase, Naia Cucukov and Melissa Stack as producers.

History

Historical Context

The original Princess Diaries, released August 3 2001, became a surprise G-rated sleeper hit grossing $165 million worldwide, proving family-friendly live-action could succeed. Its success launched a franchise and made Anne Hathaway a breakout star, while Julie Andrews returned to Disney after 37 years. Now Hathaway’s pregnancy and Andrews’ refusal to reprise Clarisse push Disney to adjust sequel timing and financing.

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Anne Hathaway said on SiriusXM’s Radio Andy that Princess Diaries 3 is delayed while she is pregnant with her third child.
Julie Andrews confirmed she will not reprise Clarisse Renaldi, preferring voice work to on-camera roles.
Meg Cabot told Hollywood Reporter the latest Princess Diaries 3 script is her favorite and she backs the film.
Adele Lim will direct Princess Diaries 3, with Debra Martin Chase, Naia Cucukov and Melissa Stack as producers.

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