Nearly 15 years ago, Anne Hathaway rose to fame with her film debut in Disney's "The Princess Diaries." Her comedic and inspiring portrayal of Mia Thermopolis, awkward teen turned royalty, captured the hearts of girls across America. The film, based off of Meg Cabot's book series, was a commercial success and landed a sequel in 2004. Both films have been beloved by fans everywhere, so when news hit last week that "Princess Diaries 3" is in the works, the reaction was somewhere along the lines of:
In honor of the upcoming film, here's a list of 13 things the clumsy, charming princess taught us in the first two movies.
1. No One Can Always Look Perfect
It's unrealistic to think you can always look like you just walked out of a magazine. Sometimes, you just have to rock your natural, frizzy look.
2. The World Does Not Revolve Around You
It's time to stop saying "I" so much, and start thinking about the other seven billion.
3. Some People Don't Change
Princess Mia tries to believe the best of people, but even she realizes that sometimes, people just don't and won't change and choose to remain jerks.
4. No One Can Make You Feel Inferior Without Your Consent
Eleanor Roosevelt said it, Joe reminded Mia, and Mia reminded us that others can only get us down if we let them.
5. Stick Up For Yourself
Don't ever let anyone walk all over you or take you for granted without calling them out on it.
6. It's Good To Believe In Some Old-Fashioned Romance...
Because every princess deserves a happy ever after.
7. ...Although That Romance Might Not Always Be What You Expected
Your first interactions with your prince could be less than charming, but that doesn't mean he's not the one.
8. You Won't Always Have It All Together
Even a princess makes mistakes.
9. Just Because You Can't Dance, Doesn't Mean You Shouldn't
So bust a not-so-flattering move and love it.
10. A Heartfelt Apology Can Go A Long Way
Bonus points if it involves a pizza.
11. Fall For The Nice Guy
Because he is worth it!
12. Courage Is More Than Not Being Afraid
This quote is how you should live life. 'Nuff said.
13. Anything Is Possible
Your dream might not play out exactly according to plan, but if you believe in yourself anything is possible, even miracles.
