Lance Joseph Martinez

Meet the Cast of Disney’s Tangled Live-Action: Teagan Croft and Milo Manheim

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<p>Finally, <strong>Rapunzel</strong> and <strong>Flynn</strong> are stepping off the screen and into the real world!</p><p>After years of speculation and rumors, <strong>Disney</strong> has officially unveiled the stars who will bring the beloved characters of <strong><em>Tangled</em></strong> to life in the upcoming live-action adaptation.</p><div style="text-align:center"><br/></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-0" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DTOUjV8k_6k/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=1080&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A0%2C%22os%22%3A589222%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="746" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-0" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><p><strong>Teagan Croft</strong> will take on the role of <strong>Rapunzel</strong>, the spirited princess with magical long hair who has been trapped in a tower by the cunning <strong>Mother Gothel</strong>. <strong>Milo Manheim</strong> will play <strong>Flynn Rider</strong>, the charming thief whose unexpected encounter with Rapunzel sparks an adventure filled with floating lanterns, self-discovery, and romance. Together, the duo embarks on a journey that leads Rapunzel to uncover her true identity and embrace her freedom.</p><p>The announcement, made by Disney on January 8, has already ignited excitement among fans, sparking a wave of curiosity about the actors chosen to embody these iconic Disney roles, nearly 16 years after the original animated film debuted in 2010.</p><p>With that, here’s a closer look at Teagan Croft and Milo Manheim, the talented young stars who are set to capture the magic, mischief, and heart of Rapunzel and Flynn Rider for a whole new generation of audiences.</p><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong>Teagan Croft</strong><strong><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:700px;display:block" width="700"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1767960959805teagancroft_1680238211_3070383115957752725_2227379663.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="700"/><span class="fr-inner">Photo from @teagancroft</span></span></span></strong></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>She is Australian.<br/></strong></div><p>Teagan Croft is an Australian actress born on April 23, 2004, so she was just around six years old when <em>Tangled</em> first hit cinemas.</p><p>In 2016, her family relocated to <strong>Chicago</strong>. She is also the niece of actresses <strong>Penny</strong> and <strong>Jessica McNamee.</strong></p><div><br/></div><div><strong>She began her career through an adaptation.<br/></strong></div><p>Adaptations proved to be a lucky break for Teagan. She began her acting journey at just nine years old, making her debut on stage as <strong>Scout Finch</strong> in a theatrical adaptation of the classic novel <strong><em>To Kill a Mockingbird.</em></strong></p><div><br/></div><div><strong>She has an impressive acting range.</strong></div><p>Despite having a relatively small number of projects, Teagan has shown remarkable versatility by taking on diverse and high-quality roles. She gained wider recognition in the 2016 Australian science fiction film <strong><em>The Osiris Child.</em></strong> That same year, she also appeared on television with a recurring role as <strong>Bella Loneragan</strong> in <strong><em>Home and Away.</em></strong></p><p>In August 2017, Teagan was cast as the <strong>DC Comics</strong> character <strong>Rachel Azarath,</strong> also known as <strong>White Raven</strong>, in the DC Universe <strong></strong>series <strong><em>Titans</em></strong>. The show premiered on October 12, 2018, and ran until its conclusion on May 11, 2023.</p><p>She also starred in<em> </em><strong><em>True Spirit</em>,</strong> a film based on the real-life journey of Australian sailor <strong>Jessica Watson</strong>, who attempted a solo circumnavigation of the globe at just sixteen years old.</p><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:700px;display:block" width="700"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1767961026784teagancroft_1714554412_3358248276094665116_2227379663.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="700"/><span class="fr-inner">Photo from @teagancroft</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>She is studying English Literature.<br/></strong></div><p>Beyond her growing success in the entertainment industry, Teagan is also pursuing her studies in English literature, with a minor in music theory.</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>She is into fashion<br/></strong></div><p>A quick scroll through Teagan’s Instagram feed feels like flipping through a high-fashion lookbook. She has also served as a face for several luxury brands, including <strong>Cartier</strong>, <strong>Louis Vuitton,</strong> and<strong> Pandora</strong>.<strong></strong></p><div><br/></div><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong>Milo Manheim</strong></div><div style="text-align:center"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:700px;display:block" width="700"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1767960999687milomanheim_1746391440_3625316620122754358_188326554.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="700"/><span class="fr-inner">Photo from @milomanheim</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>He is from California.<br/></strong></div><p>Milo Manheim is a true Venice, Los Angeles native—born and raised in California—and it’s no surprise that his good looks and natural talent run in the family. He is the son of award-winning actress <strong>Camryn Manheim </strong>and former model <strong>Jeffrey Brezovar.</strong></p><p>His mother, Camryn, is a celebrated American actress best known for her iconic lead role as <strong>Kate Dixon</strong> on <strong><em>Law &amp; Order</em></strong>, a performance that cemented her status as a television powerhouse.</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>He began his career at the age of six.<br/></strong></div><p>Milo’s journey into acting began at just six years old, when he joined a local after-school program in Culver City. By 2008, he was already making waves onstage, going on to star in more than 20 musicals under<strong> Liza Monjauze Productions</strong>,<strong> </strong>an early showcase of the talent that would later propel his career forward.</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>He won a Theater award.<br/></strong></div><p>With a solid background in theatre and musicals, it’s no surprise he honed his craft on stage. In 2017, he took home the <strong>Outstanding Performance in a Leading Role </strong>award at the <strong>New York Musical Theatre Festival</strong> for his standout role in the musical <em><strong>Generation Me.</strong></em></p><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:700px;display:block" width="700"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1767961123066milomanheim_1760833054_3746461660681622441_188326554.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="700"/><span class="fr-inner">Photo from @milomanheim</span></span></span></div><div><br/></div><div><strong>He is an activist.</strong></div><p>Milo showed an early passion for social issues, focusing on a project called <strong>“Activism at Any Age” </strong>as part of his bar mitzvah studies. He pursued this with the Sholem Community, a secular, nontheistic Jewish organization in Los Angeles, reflecting his early interest in advocacy and community engagement.</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>He headlined a Disney film.<br/></strong></div><p>Milo isn’t new to leading a Disney project. He first captured audiences as <strong>Zed</strong> in the smash Disney Channel movie <strong><em>Zombies</em></strong>, which premiered on February 16, 2018. </p><p>The role quickly became a fan favorite, earning him reprised appearances in the sequels: <strong><em>Zombies 2</em> </strong>on February 14, 2020,<strong><em> Zombies 3 </em></strong>on Disney+ on July 15, 2022, and the latest chapter, <strong><em>Zombies 4</em></strong>, which arrived on Disney+ on July 10, 2025.</p><div><br/></div><p>Lead photos from <strong>@teagancroft, @milomanheim, </strong>and <strong>Disney</strong></p>

<p>Curious who will bring Rapunzel and Flynn Rider to life? Here’s a closer look at Teagan Croft and Milo Manheim, the talented young stars set to capture the magic, mischief, and heart of Disney’s "Tangled" for a whole new generation of audiences.</p>

Curious who will bring Rapunzel and Flynn Rider to life? Here’s a closer look at Teagan Croft and Milo Manheim, the talented young stars set to capture the magic, mischief, and heart of Disney’s "Tangled" for a whole new generation of audiences.

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Get to Know the Lead Stars of Disney’s 'Tangled' Live-Action: Teagan Croft and Milo Manheim

Lance Joseph Martinez

Published Jan 10, 2026 09:00 AM PHT

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Updated Jan 10, 2026 09:06 AM PHT

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