In Descendants 3, Hades is played by Cheyenne Jackson. The film stars Dove Cameron as Mal, Cameron Boyce as Carlos, and China Anne McClain as Uma.
Main cast
- HadesCheyenne JacksonMain
- MalDove CameronMain
- CarlosCameron BoyceMain
- UmaChina Anne McClainMain
- EvieSofia CarsonMain
- JayBooboo StewartMain
Supporting cast
- BenMitchell HopeSupp
- MaleficentKristin ChenowethSupp
- Fairy GodmotherMelanie PaxsonSupp
- Dr. FacilierJamal SimsSupp
Guest & voice
- AudreySarah JefferyGuest
- JaneBrenna D’AmicoGuest
- Dizzy TremaineAnna CathcartGuest
- Celia FacilierJadah MarieGuest
- Squeaky & SquirmyChristian Convery & Luke RoesslerGuest
- Hadie (young)Zachary WilliamsGuest
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About this cast
In the 2019 Disney Channel film _Descendants 3_, the god of the Underworld Hades is portrayed by actor and singer Cheyenne Jackson. The film follows Mal and her friends as they face the return of the wicked Fairy Godmother’s twin sister and welcome new villain kids to Auradon, with Hades playing a key role as the father of Maleficent’s daughter Mal.
FAQs
Who plays Hades in Descendants 3?
Hades is played by Cheyenne Jackson. He is a singer and actor known for Broadway roles and TV appearances like *American Horror Story*.
Is Hades in Descendants 3 the same character from Hercules?
Yes, the character is based on the Disney villain from *Hercules*, but this version has a different design and personality, portrayed by Cheyenne Jackson rather than James Woods.
Does Cheyenne Jackson sing as Hades in the film?
Yes, Cheyenne Jackson performs a villain song called ‘Do What You Gotta Do’ alongside Mal and Maleficent.
How many Descendants films are there?
There are three main films: *Descendants* (2015), *Descendants 2* (2017), and *Descendants 3* (2019), plus a short film *Descendants: The Royal Wedding* and a spin-off series *Descendants: Wicked World*.
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