At a star-studded event in New York City yesterday, March 14th, Princess Tiana officially joined the Disney Princess Royal Court.

At the event, all 8 of the Disney Princess characters gathered to welcome Princess Tiana as the 9th Disney Princess to be inducted into the Royal Court during a magical crowning ceremony at the New York Palace in Manhattan.

The other Disney Princesses include:
- Ariel
- Aurora (Sleeping Beauty)
- Belle
- Cinderella
- Jasmine
- Mulan
- Pocahontas
- Snow White

The event, which was sponsored by Mattell and CDI, also helped to promote “The Princess And The Frog” on Blu-ray and DVD, which releases tomorrow, March 16th.

Some celebrities who attended the event with their children include:
- Tina Fey
- Audra McDonald
- Kelly Rutherford
- Melissa Joan Hart
- Nigel Barker
- Alessandra Ambrosio
- Matt Walton
- Amy Landecker

Sheila Ullery, vice president of girls franchise development for Disney Consumer Products, said, “We’re thrilled to recognize Princess Tiana and officially announce that she is here to stay as a full-fledged Disney Princess. Little girls quickly embraced her independent, strong-willed character and the rich storyline of The Princess and the Frog. We’ll continue to showcase Princess Tiana in stand-alone and multi-princess merchandise, including apparel, accessories, costumes, toys, stationery, food, beauty products and home entertainment.”

Source: Disney