Postage stamps pay homage to Disney Villains

Disney fans, rejoice. The US Postal Service released new stamps commemorating 10 Disney villains.

The stamps feature some of our beloved villains including Evil Queen from Snow White and Seven Dwarfs, Captain Hook from Peter Pan, Maleficent from Sleeping Beauty, Scar from Lion King, Honest John from Pinocchio, Lady Tremaine from Cinderella, Ursula from The Little Mermaid, Gaston from Beauty and the Beast and the Queen of Hearts from Alice in Wonderland.

Each stamp shows one Disney villain against a blue background, with his/her name on the side.

“Beginning in 1923, Disney’s Ink & Paint Department helped create classic animated films. Its artists brought life to countless memorable characters, including many iconic Disney villains,” read US Postal Service website.

The stamps were launched during the annual D23 Expo at Anaheim Convention Centre, California on Saturday.

Postmaster General of the United States Megan J Brennan was joined by officials from Disney during the launch of the stamps.

In a statement, Brennan remarked, "The Postal Service is highlighting the Disney Villains and the pioneering spirit of the (Walt Disney Animation Studios') Ink and Paint Department that brought many of these characters to life."

"These stamps are our way of saying Disney Villains will forever entertain us and serve as a tribute Disney's artistry and storytelling skill."

In 2012, Disney joined with the US Postal Service and released stamps featuring characters from Finding Nemo, Toy Story and Monsters, Inc.