Hilary Duff

Hilary Duff is an American actress, singer, author, and businesswoman.

Hilary Duff is an American actress, singer, author, and businesswoman. She gained fame through the Disney Channel series Lizzie McGuire and later built a career in music, film, and television. She later starred in Younger and How I Met Your Father, and returned to music in 2026 with the album Luck… Or Something.

Early life and breakthrough

Hilary Duff was born in Houston, Texas, and began acting as a child. Her breakthrough came with Lizzie McGuire, which made her a teen idol and launched her film career.

Music career

Duff moved into pop music in the early 2000s and released several studio albums. Her 2003 album Metamorphosis became her best-known and most commercially successful recording. After a long hiatus, she returned to music in 2026 with Luck… Or Something, following a signing with Atlantic Records in 2025.

Acting career

After her Disney-era roles, Duff appeared in films and television projects across different genres. Later, she starred in Younger and How I Met Your Father.

Writing and business activities

Outside acting and music, Duff has pursued publishing and brand partnerships. Her activities have included authorship and business ventures in beauty, fashion, and consumer products.