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American actress and singer

  • Date of Birth: 28 September 1987
  • Age: 38 years old
  • Place of Birth: Houston, Texas, USA
  • Height: 157 cm
  • Weight: 55 kg
  • In the rating: #1 Actress

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Hilary Erhard Duff is an American actress, singer-songwriter, businesswoman, and author. She first gained fame as a teen idol playing the title role in the Disney Channel series Lizzie McGuire (2001–2004) and has since built a multifaceted career in film, television, music, and business.

Duff's journey from a child performer in Texas to a global pop culture phenomenon is a story of resilience, reinvention, and staying true to oneself. After skyrocketing to fame as the awkward but lovable Lizzie McGuire, she successfully navigated the tricky transition from teen star to adult artist, proving her staying power across multiple decades. Whether topping the Billboard charts, starring in hit TV shows like Younger and How I Met Your Father, or balancing motherhood with a demanding career, Duff has remained a beloved and relatable figure. Her honesty about the challenges of child stardom, divorce, and family struggles has only deepened her connection with fans, cementing her legacy as one of the most enduring icons of her generation.

Hilary Duff said: "There are definitely people I respect and I love their music, but there was never really an artist that I said, 'I want to be just like them, I love the way their career is going. I love their music.' It wasn't really like that. I wanted to be like myself."

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Early Life and Education

Hilary Erhard Duff was born in Houston, Texas, on September 28, 1987. She is the second child of Bob and Susan Duff; her older sister, Haylie Katherine, was born on February 19, 1985. Her father co-owned a local convenience store chain, while her mother sold cosmetics. The Duffs were a tight-knit family, and Hilary spent her early childhood between Houston and the nearby town of Bastrop, where her parents owned a historic ranch.

Duff began performing at a young age, inspired by her sister. At age six, she made her stage debut in a touring production of The Nutcracker. To further her daughters' interest in the arts, her mother relocated the family to San Antonio, Texas, where they attended St. Mary's Hall, a private school known for its arts program. Duff took voice lessons and soon booked her first television commercial. In 1996, the sisters landed background roles in the miniseries True Women. Determined to help her daughters break into show business, Duff's mother moved the family to Los Angeles.

Hilary Duff said: "I'm a sucker for a catchy song, and dance music. That's my sweet spot."

Duff was homeschooled from the age of eight. She has openly discussed the challenges of her unconventional education, stating that she received "zero education" as a child star because she spent her childhood working on TV and film sets. She never earned a GED but has said she is "happy" with her level of education and has no desire to return to school. She has focused instead on educating herself about topics that interest her.

Career Beginnings and Breakthrough

Duff's first major role came in 1998 when she played Wendy in the film Casper Meets Wendy. In 1999, she won a Young Artist Award for her portrayal of Ellie in The Soul Collector.

Her big break came on January 12, 2001, when the first episode of Lizzie McGuire premiered on Disney Channel. The show was a massive hit, averaging an estimated 2.3 million viewers per episode and launching Duff to teen idol status. The series ran for two seasons and spawned a 2003 film, The Lizzie McGuire Movie, which served as the show's finale.

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Film Career

Duff appeared in a string of successful films throughout the 2000s. Her filmography includes mainstream hits such as Cadet Kelly (2002), Agent Cody Banks (2003), Cheaper by the Dozen (2003), A Cinderella Story (2004), and Cheaper by the Dozen 2 (2005). She later transitioned to independent films, taking on more adult-themed roles in War, Inc. (2008), According to Greta (2009), Bloodworth (2011), and The Haunting of Sharon Tate (2019).

On television, Duff starred as Kelsey Peters in TV Land's longest-running original series, Younger (2015–2021). She then produced and starred as Sophie Tompkins in the Hulu sitcom How I Met Your Father (2022–2023).

Music Career

Duff released her debut album, Santa Claus Lane, in 2002. Her breakthrough album, Metamorphosis (2003), was a commercial success, and she followed it with Hilary Duff (2004), Dignity (2007), and Breathe In. Breathe Out. (2015). After an 11-year hiatus from music, she returned with the album luck… or something, released in 2026.

Hilary Duff said: "I know I can handle dramatic roles, but I don't think I should have to play a young mother on crack to prove it."

Awards and Recognition

Duff has received numerous accolades throughout her career, including a World Music Award, seven Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards, four Teen Choice Awards, and two Young Artist Awards. She has also been nominated for two People's Choice Awards and an MTV Video Music Award. In 2026, Time magazine named her one of the 100 most influential people in the world.

Famous Friends and Acquaintances

Duff is known for her tight-knit group of celebrity mom friends, which includes Meghan Trainor, Ashley Tisdale, and Mandy Moore. She sees these friends about two to three times a week for various activities with their kids.

Her closest friend for over two decades is actress Alana Masterson ("The Walking Dead"). She is also close with Mandy Moore; they became especially close after welcoming babies in 2021.

Duff has maintained a friendly relationship with her former Lizzie McGuire co-star Lalaine and has a good rapport with Jimmy Fallon, whom she taught her "With Love" dance during a 2026 appearance on The Tonight Show.

In the 2000s, Duff was romantically linked to Aaron Carter and dated Joel Madden of Good Charlotte. She was also married to former NHL player Mike Comrie from 2010 to 2016 and is now married to songwriter Matthew Koma.

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Personal Life

Duff married former NHL player Mike Comrie in 2010. They welcomed their first child, son Luca Cruz, in 2012. The couple separated in 2014 and their divorce was finalized in 2016. Duff has described the end of her marriage as a "huge, horrible choice to make".

She began dating musician Matthew Koma in 2017. They married in 2019 and have three children together: daughters Banks Violet (born October 2018), Mae James (born March 2021), and son Townes Meadow Bair (born May 2024). Duff has described her family life as "chaotic as ever, but the best".

Duff has been open about her strained family relationships. Her parents divorced in 2008, and she has stated that she and her sister Haylie do not speak. She has addressed these struggles in her music, including the song "We Don't Talk" from her album luck… or something.

Hilary Duff said: "I know I can handle dramatic roles, but I don't think I should have to play a young mother on crack to prove it."

Interesting Facts

  1. Duff was homeschooled from the age of eight and has admitted she received "zero education" as a child star.
  2. She began acting at a young age because she wanted to follow in her older sister's footsteps.
  3. Duff is the author of several books, including a young adult novel series.
  4. In 2026, Time magazine named her one of the 100 most influential people in the world.
  5. She is a businesswoman with her own fashion lines and has been involved in various philanthropic efforts.

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Date of Birth 28 September 1987
Age 38 years old
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