Dr. Facilier – Michael Jackson
The antagonist in the 2009 Disney film The Princess and the Frog, has been said to be based on a few different people. He got his dance moves from legendary jazz musician Cab Calloway and his appearance from Baron Samedi, the master of the dead (Haitian loa).
The biggest influence on this character is said to have been none other than Michael Jackson. This is especially seen during Dr. Facilier’s epic performances. He dances with the same effortless ease as the King of Pop, which must have been difficult for the animators to do.