Hocus Pocus (1993 film) 2014, it was announced that Disney was developing a supernatural-themed film about witches, and that Tina Fey was on board as a producer and star. However, "Deadline" debunked rumors that the film was a sequel to "Hocus Pocus". In November 2014, Bette Midler said in an interview that she was ready and willing to return for a sequel. She also said her co-stars Sarah Jessica Parker and Kathy Najimy were interested in reprising the roles of the Sanderson sisters as well, but stressed that Disney had yet to greenlight any sequel. In November 2015, Midler stated in a Facebook Q&A
Bette Midler charm, wit and compelling protagonists of the original." Midler appeared on the Bravo TV show "My Life on the D-List" with Kathy Griffin in an episode that aired in June 2009. In December of the same year, she appeared in the "Royal Variety Performance", an annual British charity event attended by Queen Elizabeth II. Midler performed "In My Life" and "Wind Beneath My Wings" as the closing act. In 2010, Midler voiced the character Kitty Galore in the animated film "." The film was a success, grossing $112 million worldwide. In November 2010, Midler released "Memories of You", another compilation