What The Dwarfs From 2025’s Snow White Movie Look Like In Real Life

Since its announcement, the live-action adaptation of “Snow White” has been embroiled in various debates. Some criticisms, like those directed at Rachel Zegler for her role as Snow White due to her ethnicity, have raised questions about fairness. Other concerns are more valid, such as how the seven dwarfs characters, prominent in the 1937 animated film, will be cast and portrayed.

Peter Dinklage voiced concerns about Hollywood’s persistent use of characters with his condition in contemporary media, yet others who champion representation for actors with dwarfism have also expressed dissatisfaction with his viewpoint. As a result, Disney opted to hire non-dwarf actors for six roles and employed CGI to depict them as fantastical beings in the movie. They’re not labeled as “dwarfs” and instead portrayed as an unusual group of men who seem to enjoy mining excessively without any apparent purpose. In summary, these creative choices have failed to bring satisfaction to anyone involved.

Even though it might be puzzling for some to figure out who voices these characters given that their faces don’t always match the actors portraying them, here is a glimpse at what the dwarfs in the 2025 adaptation of “Snow White” look like in real life and some potential places where you may have encountered them before.

Andrew Barth Feldman (Dopey)

Dopey is the soul of Snow White’s story. Initially shy and quiet, he finds his voice with Snow White’s support. The voice you hear from him is provided by Andrew Barth Feldman, who is recognized for his role alongside Jennifer Lawrence in the 2023 comedy “No Hard Feelings.” Interestingly, Feldman chose to forego attending Harvard to take part in this bawdy comedy, and he expresses no remorse about his choice.

Without a doubt, he has nothing to feel remorseful about given his successful career in acting despite forgoing higher education. Notably, he landed significant roles, such as appearing in “High School Musical: The Musical: The Series” and portraying Neil Levy in “Saturday Night” (2024). His theatrical resume also includes a starring role in the Broadway production of “Dear Evan Hansen.” Additionally, he released an album titled “Penn Station” in 2023, showcasing his original compositions.

In the movie “Snow White,” Feldman doesn’t have many spoken lines as the character Dopey because Dopey was originally mute in the 1937 version, using gestures and facial expressions to communicate instead. However, when Dopey speaks for the first time in this storyline, it marks a significant milestone in Snow White’s journey.

Jeremy Swift (Doc)

Jeremy Swift, the man behind Doc’s voice, has a longer career in acting compared to Andrew Barth Feldman. He started acting in the 1980s and gained significant recognition for his roles as Septimus Spratt in “Downton Abbey” and Leslie Higgins on “Ted Lasso.” Notably, his character from “Ted Lasso” is set to make a comeback in the upcoming fourth season airing on Apple TV+.

In addition to being a talented jazz musician, Swift’s background in jazz music played a role in the character development of Higgins in “Ted Lasso”. Jason Sudeikis shared that he often allows himself to be inspired easily, and one such moment came when he listened to Swift discussing his roots in jazz. Consequently, Sudeikis decided to incorporate this musical skill into the show’s narrative.

Prior to landing the role of Doc in “Snow White,” Swift had already established a connection with Disney. He had previously acted as Hamilton Gooding in “Mary Poppins Returns” and voiced the animated character representing Gooding. Furthermore, he portrayed Principal Merlin in “Descendants: The Rise of Red,” which was released on Disney+. Swift’s composed personality makes him ideally suited for the role of Doc, who frequently needs to keep the other dwarfs calm during tense situations.

Tituss Burgess (Bashful)

It seems quite fitting for Tituss Burgess to be part of a Disney musical, given his extensive background in theater. Since the early 2000s, he has graced Broadway stages with roles in productions like “Jersey Boys,” “The Little Mermaid,” and “Guys and Dolls.” During the release of “Snow White,” it was revealed that Burgess would portray Mary Todd Lincoln in the play “Oh, Mary!”. Speaking to BroadwayWorld, Burgess expressed his excitement about the role: “I’m overjoyed. It’s not often that a play comes along that allows me to fully utilize my talents, so I don’t take this opportunity for granted.

Absolutely, if you’re not familiar with the New York theatre circuit, Burgess might be recognized more for his role as Titus on “Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt.” In this series, he plays Ellie Kemper’s (Kimmy’s character) overly dramatic roommate. Titus aspires to be a star and assists Kimmy in adjusting to life outside of a cult bunker after her escape.

Just as Kemper took on numerous voiceover roles following “Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt,” Burgess has mirrored this trend beyond his role in “Snow White.” He can be seen in multiple episodes of “Central Park” and also features in the Netflix film “Spellbound,” where Rachel Zegler plays the princess. It appears that whenever Zegler is portraying royalty, Burgess isn’t far from the scene as well.

Martin Klebba (Grumpy)

Martin Klebba, the voice actor behind Grumpy in Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, is the only one among the seven characters who has Acromicric dysplasia, a form of dwarfism. Given this, it’s not unexpected that he’s been vocal about the debate surrounding the use of CGI instead of hiring little people for the roles. In an interview with The New York Post, Klebba expressed his sentiments saying, “I don’t hold Disney responsible. After all, they’re the ones who provided me with nourishment, and they gave me the opportunities that allowed me to live the life I have.

Being a part of the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise and playing Marty in four out of five films has undeniably shaped my affectionate viewpoint towards Disney. Additionally, I’ve had the pleasure of working with them on Oz the Great and Powerful, where I played the Munchkin Rebel. My resume also boasts credits from Hancock, Scrubs, and the latest release, The Electric State. Interestingly, 2025’s Snow White isn’t my debut in fairy tales; I made an appearance in Mirror Mirror in 2012 as well as Snow White: The Fairest of Them All on TV.

Klebba didn’t shy away from expressing his criticisms about Disney’s approach to the release of “Snow White” to The Hollywood Reporter, as it featured a more subdued premiere. He said, “There won’t be the usual fanfare like, ‘Disney’s first movie ever made!'” due to all the controversy. “They’re cautious because they fear the backlash from various segments of society,” he added. However, he also expressed his continued gratitude for being involved in the project.

Jason Kravits (Sneezy)

Jason Kravits, known for voicing Sneezy, has more than 100 acting credits under his belt. It’s quite possible you’ve encountered him elsewhere before, given his extensive career. He gained significant recognition during the late 90s following his recurring role as A.D.A. Richard Bay on “The Practice” for a few seasons. Although much of his work consists of brief appearances on TV shows such as “The Big Bang Theory,” “Blue Bloods,” and “Law and Order: Special Victims Unit,” these roles merely represent a small fraction of his accomplishments. Lately, he made an appearance as Mr. Maynard in an episode of Peacock’s “Ted,” and you might also recognize him as Mike in the Season 4 episode of “Only Murders in the Building.

Approaching the premiere of “Snow White”, Kravits appeared ecstatic to join the cast. He shared a photo on Instagram, showing him paying tribute to Billy Gilbert’s Hollywood star, the original voice actor for Sneezy. Furthermore, he praised the story during an interview with The Upcoming on the “Snow White” red carpet, expressing his admiration for “the timeless allure of the tale about a dreamer and its universal theme embedded within this legend.” Kravits’ next appearance will be in the film “On Swift Horses”, which has already garnered attention at both the Toronto International and South by Southwest film festivals.

George Salazar (Happy)

George Salazar, best known for his optimistic character Happy, might be recognized by those frequenting the New York City theater scene rather than movie-goers. A seasoned Broadway performer, he has showcased his skills in productions like “Godspell” and “Be More Chill.” Lately, however, he’s been expanding his acting portfolio with more film and television roles.

In a recurring role on the series “Superstore”, Salazar portrayed Eric Sosa, the brother of Amy (America Ferrera). Notably underrated for its comedic value in the past decade, this sitcom saw Salazar’s character assume a significant role, eventually entering into a romantic relationship with Mateo (Nico Santos). Their storyline culminated in marriage by the series finale. In a stark contrast, on “Impeachment: American Crime Story”, he portrayed George Conway, an attorney representing Paula Jones (Annaleigh Ashford) as she took legal action against President Bill Clinton (Clive Owen).

The reason “Snow White” stands out is that it marks Salazar’s debut in a full-length movie. His fans have been eagerly waiting for this moment, and he expressed his excitement on Instagram: “Experiencing my first Hollywood premiere alongside my extraordinary partner and caring parents was like the cherry on top of a cake I’ve been thrilled to savor since receiving the ‘You got it!’ call in December 2021.” Here’s hoping this isn’t his only film role, as he’s also set to appear in the indie drama “These Little Ones Perish” in the future.

Andy Grotelueschen (Sleepy)

Least, yet by no means insignificant, is the character Sleepy, brilliantly voiced by Andy Grotelueschen. In the tale of “Snow White,” it’s hinted that Sleepy might suffer from narcolepsy, a suggestion that Grotelueschen portrays masterfully. It’s not the first time he’s feigned sleep on-screen; he previously played a hypnotized man in an episode of “The Knick.” While his film and TV roles may be limited, he has also made appearances in a few episodes of “The Gilded Age” and is listed as “Party Guest #2” in the 2024 release “A Complete Unknown.

A significant chunk of his acting background is derived from Broadway, where he’s played roles in both “Cyrano de Bergerac” and “Tootsie”. Notably, he was nominated for a Tony Award for Best Featured Actor in a Musical for his performance in “Tootsie”. Additionally, he has done motion-capture work for the video game “Red Dead Redemption II”.

In this retelling, all the voice actors playing Snow White’s friends deliver commendable performances, although Looper criticizes the less-than-stellar CGI visual effects in “Snow White.” At least now, you’re aware of the human faces behind the characters that have likely given Disney quite a few challenges for years.

2025-03-20 03:31