Evil Queen No Longer Working at Disneyland After 8 Years

Disneyland’s Evil Queen Steps Down After Nearly a Decade

The Evil Queen at Disneyland has long been a viral sensation, and you’ve likely seen Sabrina Von B. portraying her without even realizing it. Over the last few years, the actress and TikTok creator has captivated millions through her hilariously sharp interactions with guests while donning the crown of Snow White’s iconic villain.

“It was a dream getting to do my own spin on a character that really wasn’t popular or viral or well-known before videos of me really started going around,” the 27-year-old told PEOPLE. “I read a lot of comments about people saying they would’ve never loved this character, but now it is their favorite character.”

“That really was an honor to be able to bring a Disney villain to life, and also not be evil, but put a more comical spin on it and create joy for people and make people smile, all while being a villain, was very rewarding.”

Starting her journey at just 18 years old, Sabrina Von B. spent eight years bringing iconic villains to life at Disneyland. While her repertoire grew to include Maleficent, Agatha Harkness, and Lady Tremaine, she was most recognized for her nearly decade-long tenure as the Evil Queen.

“I don’t take it lightly that the experiences I created are stories people will carry for years,” she shared with PEOPLE, noting her goal was to help fans appreciate the charm of a villain rather than just fearing them. This connection was evident in the park, where guests often approached with phones already recording, eager to capture a moment with the Evil Queen.

Whether she was insisting her royal beauty was “all natural” or correcting a guest who called her La Bruja (the witch) with a sharp “La Reina” (the queen), her improvisational skills were unmatched. “Sometimes I would surprise myself with witty comebacks,” she recalled, explaining how she would add successful quips to her “arsenal.” Once she stepped on stage, she noted, “The Queen takes over.”

Embodying the Evil Queen was as much a physical feat as a mental one. Von B. tells PEOPLE that the role was far more demanding than guests realized, requiring intense preparation to handle the California heat while draped in heavy fabrics. Staying “royalty-ready” meant a strict regimen of hydration, skin care, and sufficient rest just to maintain the energy needed to “flip that cape day in and day out.”

The metamorphosis into the villain began with a specific ritual: facial exercises, practiced cackles, and meticulous makeup application. Once the costume was on, the final shift happened in the seconds before she stepped on stage. “I would let my face drop into the Evil Queen and just open the door,” she explains. “The character takes over.”

While her performances went viral in waves—first in 2019 and again in 2021—Von B. faced the unique challenge of balancing internet fame with Disney’s strict “protection of the magic.” Despite commenters constantly trying to unmask her, she remained anonymous to shield the character’s integrity. It wasn’t until after her departure from Disneyland that she finally confirmed her identity in a TikTok video that has since surpassed 6.5 million views.

Though her eight-year reign has ended, Von B. remains “honored” by the impact she made. From a fan who traveled all the way from Japan just to meet her, to a memorable encounter with a baby dressed as a “mini” Queen, these moments define her career. “I’m very grateful that those videos live on,” she reflects. “It was surreal then, it is surreal now, and I really will never live down that feeling.”

Photo Credit : Courtesy of Sabrina Von B

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