Princess Aurora is a fictional character from Disney's animated film, Sleeping Beauty, released in 1959. She is known for her long, flowing blonde hair and her kind, gentle nature. Aurora is cursed by the evil fairy Maleficent to fall into a deep sleep on her sixteenth birthday, only to be awakened by true love's kiss. In the story, Aurora is raised by three good fairies, Flora, Fauna, and Merryweather, who protect her from Maleficent's curse. The character is inspired by the fairy tale "La Belle au bois dormant" by Charles Perrault. Aurora's journey emphasizes themes of love, bravery, and the triumph of good over evil.