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Mother Gothel (Tangled)

Last Updated on: November 15th, 2024

Who is Mother Gothel?

Mother Gothel is the central antagonist in Disney’s 2010 animated feature film Tangled. She is a cunning, manipulative, and self-centered woman who uses deception to maintain her youthful appearance.

Gothel discovers the power of a magical golden flower that grants eternal youth and beauty. When the flower is used to save the ailing Queen of Corona, its magic is transferred to the hair of the Queen’s daughter, Rapunzel. Realizing she can no longer use the flower, Gothel kidnaps Rapunzel and locks her away in a hidden tower, raising her as her own daughter under the guise of protection.

Gothel’s true intentions are to exploit Rapunzel’s magical hair to preserve her own youth indefinitely. She is a master manipulator, using fear and false affection to keep Rapunzel isolated and compliant. Despite her nurturing facade, her love is purely self-serving, making her one of Disney’s most psychologically complex villains.

The character of Mother Gothel is brought to life by Broadway actress and singer Donna Murphy, whose voice performance adds depth to the character’s charm and menace. Murphy also performs Gothel’s signature song, “Mother Knows Best,” a chilling showcase of her manipulative prowess.

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Movie Appearances

Tangled

Song Appearances

Mother Knows Best (Song)

“Mother Knows Best” is a song from the 2010 Disney animated film “Tangled“. The song is sung by the character Mother Gothel, who is the…

Park Appearances

World of Color | Disneyland

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