The Princess Vlog

The Princess Vlog is my YouTube Channel, where I recite my posts under the guise of my animated self. If you enjoy this blog, please subscribe to my vlog on YouTube as well. For the story behind the Princess Vlog, check out my Story Saturday post about it.

How the Disney Princesses Stayed Modern for 80 Years:

The Rise and Fall of the Animated Prince:

Why Be a Princess If You Can Be a Lady-in-Waiting?

Don Bluth Princesses:

The Ultimate Princess Medley:

Princess Dream Medley:

Princesses of the Animation Industry:


Princess TV Medley:

Princess Year End Review 2019:


Princess Year End Review 2020:



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