Linda Larkin (born March 20, 1970) is an American actress, best known for her role as the speaking voice of

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in Disney's 1992 animated feature film ''

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''.

Career

Larkin began her career in 1990, with the film ''

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'' as Joanne. She became the voice of

in the 1992 Disney film ''

''. In order for her to voice Princess Jasmine, Disney required her to lower her voice as it was otherwise too high for the role. Larkin has reprised the role as Jasmine in the sequels and various other media, including ''

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'' and ''

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'', as well as in the

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, ''

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'', ''

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'', and the ''

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'' and ''

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'' video game series. For her work at

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, Larkin was honored as a Disney Legend on August 19, 2011.

Personal life

She has been married to actor and musician Yul Vazquez since 2002.

Filmography

Film

Television

Video games

References

External links

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Linda Larkin at the Disney Legends Website
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