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Jenna Ortega and Aimee Carrero pose together while at a screening of their upcoming series Elena of Avalor at AMC Empire 25 on Monday (July 11) in New York City.

The two actresses, who voice the show’s Latina princesses, were also joined by actor Jaime Camil and the show’s creator Craig Gerber.

PHOTOS: Check out the latest pics of Jenna Ortega

A few days earlier, Aimee made an appearance on Good Morning America, where she talked about playing the first Latina Disney princess.

“It means absolutely everything…Disney has been in my family a very long time and to see my culture represented is really special and I hope it will be for everybody watching,” she said.

Check out the whole interview below…

Elena of Avalor gets trapped and protected inside her own special amulet in this new sneak peek to the new Disney Channel series.

Set in the enchanted fairy tale land of Avalor, the series tells the story of Elena (Aimee Carrero), a brave and adventurous teenager who has saved her kingdom from an evil sorceress and must now learn to rule as crown princess until she is old enough to be queen. Elena’s journey will lead her to understand that her new role requires thoughtfulness, resilience and compassion, the traits of all truly great leaders.

The stories incorporate influences from diverse Latin and Hispanic cultures through architecture, traditions, food and customs. Magic, mythology, folklore and music also play an important role, with each episode featuring original songs spanning an array of Latin musical styles including Mariachi, Latin Pop, Salsa, Banda and Chilean Hip Hop.

In the first episode, Elena officially becomes crown princess and rescues her sister, Isabel, from Noblins, elf-like shapeshifting creatures based on a Chilean peuchen myth. The episode also introduces Zuzo, Elena’s spirit guide in the animal world, based on the belief of a Mayan tribe in southern Mexico. In the second episode, titled “Model Sister”, Elena is torn between a promise she made to help Isabel (Jenna Ortega) and fulfilling her royal duties.

The one-hour premiere event will air on Friday, July 22nd @ 7PM ET/PT on Disney Channel, and this fall, a special TV movie titled Elena and the Secret of Avalor will make its premiere, which explains how Elena was imprisoned for decades in her magical amulet and eventually set free by Princess Sofia of Enchancia.

Tyler Posey as Prince Alonso, a charming prince from the Argentine-inspired Kingdom of Cordoba; Lucas Grabeel as Jiku, the leader of the Noblins; Jillian Rose Reed as as Naomi, Princess Elena of Avalor’s closest friend and fellow adventurer; and Marsai Martin as Cat, a budding scientist and adventurer, and many more round out the cast.

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Here’s the first song released from the new Disney Channel animated series Elena of Avalor!

It’s called “My Time” and it’s sung by Aimee Carrero (voice of Princess Elena). Be sure to get the single on iTunes now!

Set in the enchanted fairy tale land of Avalor, the series tells the story of Elena (Carrero), a brave and adventurous teenager who has saved her kingdom from an evil sorceress and must now learn to rule as crown princess until she is old enough to be queen. Elena’s journey will lead her to understand that her new role requires thoughtfulness, resilience and compassion, the traits of all truly great leaders.

The stories incorporate influences from diverse Latin and Hispanic cultures through architecture, traditions, food and customs. Magic, mythology, folklore and music also play an important role, with each episode featuring original songs spanning an array of Latin musical styles including Mariachi, Latin Pop, Salsa, Banda and Chilean Hip Hop.

Elena of Avalor will have a one-hour premiere on Friday, July 22nd @ 7PM ET/PT.

Jenna Ortega shows off a new Elena of Avalor doll while at the Disney Store on Wednesday (June 22) in Chicago, Ill.

The 13-year-old actress, who voices Isabel in the upcoming series was helping launch a new line of products tied to the show.

PHOTOS: Check out the latest pics of Jenna Ortega

After the event, where she met some lucky fans, Jenna took to her Instagram to showcase the doll version of the character she voices.

“Elena of Avalor’s merchandise is in stores now!!! Look @aimeecarrero we have a sister pack #ElenaofAvalor,” she captioned the cute selfie.

Elena of Avalor gives some serious side eye glares to Gabe in the official trailer for the animated series, coming to Disney Channel.

Set in the enchanted fairy tale land of Avalor, the series tells the story of Elena (Aimee Carrero), a brave and adventurous teenager who has saved her kingdom from an evil sorceress and must now learn to rule as crown princess until she is old enough to be queen. Elena’s journey will lead her to understand that her new role requires thoughtfulness, resilience and compassion, the traits of all truly great leaders.

The stories incorporate influences from diverse Latin and Hispanic cultures through architecture, traditions, food and customs. Magic, mythology, folklore and music also play an important role, with each episode featuring original songs spanning an array of Latin musical styles including Mariachi, Latin Pop, Salsa, Banda and Chilean Hip Hop.

In the first episode, Elena (Aimee Carrero) officially becomes crown princess and rescues her sister, Isabel, from Noblins, elf-like shapeshifting creatures based on a Chilean peuchen myth. The episode also introduces Zuzo, Elena’s spirit guide in the animal world, based on the belief of a Mayan tribe in southern Mexico. In the second episode, titled “Model Sister”, Elena is torn between a promise she made to help Isabel and fulfilling her royal duties.

Elena of Avalor will have a one-hour premiere on Friday, July 22nd @ 7PM ET/PT.

Elena of Avalor‘s debut on Disney Channel is super soon!

The network just announced that Princess Elena of Avalor will make her royal debut with a one-hour premiere event Friday, July 22nd @ 7PM ET/PT.

Set in the enchanted fairy tale land of Avalor, the series tells the story of Elena, a brave and adventurous teenager who has saved her kingdom from an evil sorceress and must now learn to rule as crown princess until she is old enough to be queen. Elena’s journey will lead her to understand that her new role requires thoughtfulness, resilience and compassion, the traits of all truly great leaders.

The stories incorporate influences from diverse Latin and Hispanic cultures through architecture, traditions, food and customs. Magic, mythology, folklore and music also play an important role, with each episode featuring original songs spanning an array of Latin musical styles including Mariachi, Latin Pop, Salsa, Banda and Chilean Hip Hop.

A full-length preview of the first episode, “First Day of Rule” will be available for verified users on the Disney Channel app and Disney Channel VOD platforms beginning Friday, July 1st. Following its U.S. debut, the series will roll out globally in 33 languages in 163 countries on Disney Channels worldwide.

In the first episode, Elena (Aimee Carrero) officially becomes crown princess and rescues her sister, Isabel, from Noblins, elf-like shapeshifting creatures based on a Chilean peuchen myth. The episode also introduces Zuzo, Elena’s spirit guide in the animal world, based on the belief of a Mayan tribe in southern Mexico. In the second episode, titled “Model Sister”, Elena is torn between a promise she made to help Isabel and fulfilling her royal duties.

This fall, Disney Channel will air a special TV movie titled Elena and the Secret of Avalor, which explains how Elena was imprisoned for decades in her magical amuletand eventually set free by Princess Sofia of Enchancia.

New recurring voices have also been announced: Tyler Posey as Prince Alonso, a charming prince from the Argentine-inspired Kingdom of Cordoba; Lucas Grabeel as Jiku, the leader of the Noblins; Jillian Rose Reed as as Naomi, Princess Elena of Avalor’s closest friend and fellow adventurer; and Marsai Martin as Cat, a budding scientist and adventurer.

How cute is Isabel from Elena of Avalor?!

The younger sister of the title character, Isabel is described as “a budding inventor” — which isn’t too far from Jenna Ortega‘s Stuck in the Middle character, Harley!

Jenna, 13, will voice Isabel in the animated series, which premieres later this summer.

“I always wanted to be a Disney princess, so to be able to be a part of ‘Elena of Avalor’ and voice Princess Isabel is a dream come true,” she shared. “I love her creativity and determination…and we both love our sisters!”