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Broadway Star Susan Egan Reveals Bell's Palsy Diagnosis, Will Miss Disney Princess Concert Tour This Fall

Broadway Star Susan Egan Reveals Bell's Palsy Diagnosis, Will Miss Disney Princess Concert Tour This Fall

Beloved Broadway actress Susan Egan has announced that she has been diagnosed with Bell’s Palsy and will need to sit out the upcoming fall run of the Disney Princess – The Concert tour.

The 52-year-old actress originated the role of Belle in the Broadway production of Beauty and the Beast and earned a Tony Award nomination for her performance. She also voiced the role of Megara in the Disney movie Hercules.

Susan and other actresses who have played princesses on Broadway have been touring the world for the last few years in their princess concert.

Click inside to read her announcement…

“Hi friends. So, this past week I was diagnosed with Bell’s Palsy (cute right? Belle!) – a temporary condition which paralyzes one side of the face. I’m told it’s triggered by a virus, and it seems we have one of those lurking about. I should make a full recovery, but like Justin Bieber (good company!), who announced a similar condition, I’m unable to perform at this time, and thus will not be on tour with Disney Princess – The Concert this fall. I will of course continue in my role as executive producer, alongside my amazing partners, working daily behind the scenes to bring you an absolutely incredible production! As a producer, I’m thrilled to announce that performing in my stead, we have TWO incredible Belles!” Susan wrote on Facebook.

Anneliese van der Pol, who was the final Belle on Broadway, will perform for two extra weeks to cover Susan‘s dates. Sarah Uriarte Berry, who was the second Belle on Broadway, will perform one week to cover Susan‘s dates.

We’re wishing Susan a speedy recovery!

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