Here's why:
* Official Disney Princesses: Disney has a specific criteria for who qualifies as a Disney Princess. This includes:
* Being a main female character in a Disney animated feature film.
* Being a princess by birth, marriage, or through some other royal designation.
* Exhibiting positive character traits like bravery, kindness, and intelligence.
* Appearing in merchandise and special events associated with the Disney Princess franchise.
* Kiara, Maid Marian, and Tiger Lily don't fully meet these criteria:
* Kiara: While she is a main character in *The Lion King II*, she is not a princess by birth or marriage. She becomes queen through her own actions.
* Maid Marian: She is the love interest of Robin Hood, but not a princess in the traditional sense. *Robin Hood* is also an animated feature, but not a Disney animated film.
* Tiger Lily: She is a Native American princess in *Peter Pan*, but the movie was produced by Walt Disney Productions, not Walt Disney Feature Animation. Also, she is portrayed in a stereotypical and culturally insensitive way.
Why the confusion?
* Popularity and Fan Recognition: These characters are popular and have a strong presence in Disney merchandise and culture, leading some fans to believe they are official princesses.
* Disney's Shifting Criteria: Disney's definition of "Princess" has evolved over time, and characters who might not have met the early criteria might now be considered. This can lead to confusion.
While they might not be official Disney Princesses, these characters are still beloved and important parts of Disney's legacy.