Susan Egan Wants Zendaya for Live-Action Hercules

Susan Egan, the original voice of Meg in the 1997 animated film Hercules, has expressed her strong desire for Zendaya to portray the character in the forthcoming live-action remake. Egan made these remarks exclusively to PEOPLE at the 2026 Disney Legends Awards Ceremony held in Anaheim, California. She playfully suggested that Zendaya might be aware of her persistent fan-casting. Egan praised Zendaya as a dynamic performer and a grounded individual she has admired for a long time. Disney initially announced plans for a live-action Hercules in 2020, with the Russo brothers set to produce. In 2022, Joe Russo indicated that the remake would adopt a more experimental tone for modern audiences. As of August 31, 2026, no actors have been officially linked to the project, and an expected release date remains unannounced. Egan also reflected on her experience voicing Meg, appreciating the opportunity to play a character with a sarcastic edge and witty one-liners, a departure from her usual "good girl" roles. She finds joy in continuing to perform music from Hercules and other Disney classics, feeling blessed by the magic of these songs and the composer Alan Menken. Egan emphasized the enduring power of Disney's music, which continues to resonate with new generations.