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Tyla Joins Toy Story 5 as Flamingo
9 Jun
Summary
- South African singer Tyla voices a new character, the Inflatable Flamingo.
- Tyla's character is a playful pool toy befriending the main characters.
- The film's release date is set for June 19, 2026.
South African singer Tyla has officially joined the cast of the upcoming Toy Story 5, marking her debut with Disney. She will lend her voice to a brand-new character, the Inflatable Flamingo, designed exclusively for the Sub-Saharan African release. This character is described as a playful pool toy who becomes an unexpected friend to Woody and Buzz.
Tyla shared her profound excitement about joining the iconic Pixar franchise, noting her lifelong love for the Toy Story series. This casting fulfills a long-held wish, as she had previously joked about wanting to work with Disney. The film is scheduled to premiere on June 19, 2026.
The ensemble cast for Toy Story 5 includes returning stars Tom Hanks as Woody and Tim Allen as Buzz Lightyear. New additions to the voice cast feature Greta Lee, Conan O'Brien, and Craig Robinson. Global music star Bad Bunny also joins as Pizza with Sunglasses, and Taylor Swift contributed an original song to the soundtrack.
