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Daily Record
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Lizzie McGuire cast now from joining the army to new career in law
The Lizzie McGuire Movie was released on May 2, 2003, and served as the finale to the hugely popular Disney series, but since the reboot was cancelled, fans have been left wondering what the cast have been up to It's been over two decades since The Lizzie McGuire Movie brought our favourite animated series, complete with its internal monologues, to life on the big screen, embodying the early-2000s aesthetic. Premiered on 2 May 2003, the film was a Disney Channel sensation: Lizzie embarks on a trip to Rome, is mistaken for an international pop star, and even manages to evade her frenemy-turned-friend while entangled in a romantic plot with an Italian pop star named Paolo - all during a school excursion. The movie marked the conclusion of an immensely popular series that aired from 2001 to 2004, catapulting Hilary Duff into teen idol status. A reboot was announced by Disney+, but was subsequently cancelled in 2020 - following alleged creative disagreements between Duff and Disney executives over the series' themes and slightly more mature tones. Several members of the original cast were set to reprise their roles for the highly anticipated reunion. With this unfortunate turn of events, many fans were left pondering what became of the cherished actors - while some bid farewell to Hollywood, one enlisted in the Army, and others maintained their careers at a steady pace, reports the Mirror US. Here's a look at where the stars of Lizzie McGuire find themselves in 2025. Hilary Duff (Lizzie McGuire/Isabella Parigi) Now 37, Hilary Duff has gracefully made the leap from Disney darling to multitasker: mum, singer, author and actor. After conquering the teen film circuit with Cheaper by the Dozen and A Cinderella Story, Duff released pop hits like 'Come Clean' and 'So Yesterday' before eventually settling into adult TV roles with Younger and How I Met Your Father. Off-screen, Duff is now a mother of four - three daughters with husband Matthew Koma and one son with her ex, hockey player Mike Comrie. She's also become a best-selling children's author, publishing My Little Brave Girl in 2021 and My Little Sweet Boy in 2023, both inspired by her kids. She was set to lead the Lizzie McGuire reboot, but creative clashes with Disney over a more grown-up direction led to its cancellation. Adam Lamberg (David 'Gordo' Gordon) Gordo was Lizzie's best friend and the reluctant crush of many teenage girls of the time. Off-screen, Adam Lamberg walked away from acting shortly after the series ended, instead embracing a much quieter life. Now 40, Lamberg earned a geography degree from UC Berkeley, followed by a master's in public administration from Baruch College in New York - and even worked at the Irish Arts Center in New York as a development associate. He'd agreed to reprise his role in the reboot but that reunion never ended up happening. Jake Thomas (Matt McGuire) Jake Thomas was the annoying little brother everyone secretly loved. Now 34, he's grown into a jack-of-all-trades behind the scenes, dabbling in photography, directing and screenwriting - the latter of which he studied at California State University, Northridge, alongside Japanese. He's popped up in everything from Cory in the House to ER, and in 2023 launched a rewatch podcast Living Lizzie with fellow cast member Davida Williams. Ashlie Brillault (Kate Sanders) Ashlie Brillault played Kate, Lizzie's frenemy and former bestie, and then promptly exited the acting world entirely. Aside from a brief one-episode appearance on One on One, Brillault packed it in after the movie and pivoted into law. She earned her JD and now works as a criminal defence attorney in Southern California. Hallie Todd (Jo McGuire) Hallie Todd was Lizzie's patient and wise mother. In real life, Todd's career dates back to the 1970s, with appearances on Murder, She Wrote, Star Trek: The Next Generation, and Life with Roger before becoming the Disney Channel's coolest TV mum. Now 62, she's mostly stepped behind the camera with her husband Glenn Withrow and daughter Ivy. The trio run a production company and write together, and according to her official bio, Todd also teaches acting. Robert Carradine (Sam McGuire) Robert Carradine also had a career long before being Lizzie's dad. With credits in Revenge of the Nerds, The Cowboys, and even Django Unchained, Carradine, now 70, has stayed consistently in work over the decades. He co-hosted King of the Nerds from 2013 to 2015, appeared on Celebrity Wife Swap, and has three children of his own. Carradine was another cast member confirmed for the reboot before it collapsed. Yani Gellman (Paolo Valisari) After playing the charming but shady pop star in the movie, Yani Gellman went on to land major roles in The Young and the Restless, 90210, Greek, and Pretty Little Liars. He's still acting, most recently in the film A Bestselling Kind of Love, and keeps fans updated via Instagram. Gellman also appeared in the underwater thriller 47 Meters Down and, fun fact, once modelled for Omega watches. Alex Borstein (Miss Ungermeyer) Alex Borstein made all of the kids and young teenagers scared of her as Miss Ungermeyer. Known for MADtv, Gilmore Girls, and as the voice of Lois Griffin on Family Guy, Borstein joined the Lizzie McGuire world just for the movie, but left a lasting impression. Now 53, Borstein has won two Emmys for her powerhouse role in The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel and continues to get scene-stealing roles across TV and film. Carly Schroeder (Melina Bianco) Melina was the chaotic best friend to Matt, Lizzie's brother, and Carly Schroeder had an already impressive career before that - appearing on Port Charles and in the soccer drama Gracie. But her biggest life twist came in 2019 when she announced she was joining the U.S. Army. Now 34, she's a Captain and Infantry Officer after graduating from Officer Candidate School. Daniel Escobar (Mr. Escobar) Daniel Escobar played the affable Mr. Escobar in the film and was already a familiar face thanks to roles in Curb Your Enthusiasm, Charmed, and Malcolm in the Middle. Sadly, he passed away in December 2013 at the age of 49 due to complications from diabetes.
Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
'Lizzie McGuire' and Disney Actor, 37, Looks Unrecognizable Now
If you were a fan of Lizzie McGuire in the '00s, it's likely you had a major childhood crush on Disney heartthrob Clayton Snyder. At just 13 years old, Snyder starred as Ethan Craft on the beloved Disney Channel series, which ran from 2001 through 2004 and starred as the titular character. 🎬SIGN UP for Parade's Daily newsletter to get the latest pop culture news & celebrity interviews delivered right to your inbox🎬 Shortly after Lizzie McGuire wrapped, Snyder retreated from the spotlight, leaving fans to wonder what he's up to now. The 37-year-old looks pretty uncrecognizable in the present day, trading in his enviable and luscious blonde hair (obviously, his hair secret was onto something back then) for slicked back brown tresses, adding a neatly trimmed beard into the mix and allowing some natural gray hairs to peek through for a salt and pepper effect. Despite taking a step back from acting, he's living a full life, as his Instagram bio notes that he's also a dad and husband to Upload actress Allegra Edwards. In 2002, he explained his decision to walk away from the industry to E!, noting he was 'thankful' when the show wrapped and he could start a 'new chapter' in high school. He then got offered the Lizzie McGuire Movie and quit the varsity water polo team, though he regretted it, noting, 'It was that decision, actually, that got me to stop acting completely. I was pretty down at that time.' Thankfully, he found his way back to his one true love, as his Instagram bio describes him as a a "waterpoloist" at LA Athletic Club Water Polo and host of a podcast titledWater Polo Wednesday. In 2014, he marked his return to acting, appearing in shorts and making guest appearances on some popular TV shows, with his IMDb page revealing that he's presently got several projects in the works, including Quarter, a film with Brooke Shields and Tati Gabrielle.
Scottish Sun
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Lizzie McGuire fans are losing their minds after realising what heartthrob Paulo looks like 22 years after the hit film
The actor also revealed whether fans can expect a reboot HEY NOW, HEY NOW Lizzie McGuire fans are losing their minds after realising what heartthrob Paulo looks like 22 years after the hit film Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) YANI Gellman stole millions of hearts across the world when he played Paolo in the Lizzie McGuire Movie. But now, 22 years after the hit film, the heartthrob looks completely different from his early Disney days. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 Yani was catapulted into the spotlight thanks to his role as the handsome Italian popstar in the Lizzie McGuire Movie Credit: Alamy 3 It's been more than two decades since the actor stole millions of hearts across the world Credit: Alamy 3 The actor, now 39, looks unrecognisable, sporting a stubble and shorter hair Credit: instagram/Yani Gellman Born in the US, Yani was catapulted into the spotlight thanks to his role as the handsome Italian popstar who convinced Lizzie, played by Hilary Duff, to perform with him. Both Lizzie and the audience fell in love wit Yani's sweet smile, swept hair and charming Italian accent - which is why when he turned out to be a fake at the end of the movie was particularly shocking and heartbreaking. The Disney hit movie, which premiered in 2003, was a huge staple in millions of childhoods, and despite the twist ending, it's safe to say that Paolo was a celebrity crush for many. But what does he look like now? Well, Yani has most certainly grown up over the last two decades. Recent Instagram photos show that the actor, now 39, is rocking some stubble, and his hair is much shorter than when he appeared on TV screens. Yani made his acting debut back in 1998 in an episode of the show Animorphs. After that, he landed a bunch of small roles in shows like Goosebumps, The Famous Jett Jackson, Blue Murder, and Mentors. He also starred in the movies Urban Legends: Final Cut, Jason X, Boss of Bosses, and The Matthew Shepard Story. In 2002, he landed the lead role in the TV series Guinevere Jones. However, his big break came in 2003 when he was cast as Paolo in The Lizzie McGuire Movie. 00s TV heartthrob, now 69, looks unrecognizable from hot cop character as he's spotted years after hit show canceled In addition to Hilary, now 37, it also starred Adam Lamberg, Robert Carradine, Haille Todd, and Jake Thomas. The movie grossed $55.5 million - £43million - at the box office and made him an international star. After the huge success of The Lizzie McGuire Movie, Yani went on to act in the show Wild Card, the Canadian series Monster Warriors, CBS' The Young and the Reckless, the popular drama series Pretty Little Liars, and CW's 90210. In more recent years, the actor appeared in the horror film 47 Meters Down, the TV movie A Bestselling Kind of Love, and Apple TV's Departing Seniors. Over the years, Yani has spoken positively of The Lizzie McGuire Movie, which made him famous. Back in 2023 on the 20th anniversary, he posted an emotional tribute to his Instagram, writing: ''This week marks the 20th anniversary of the premiere of The Lizzie McGuire Movie. ''This film has meant more to me than words can say ... [Here's] to the best community of fans and supporters anywhere - thank you for an amazing run. This truly is what dreams are made of.'' He also told Too Fab in 2018 that he would love to reprise his role as Palo for a reboot so that he could have a ''chance at redemption''. ''I think a reboot would be fun,''he said. ''I think a reboot with some sort of like shout outs to the generation of actors beforehand would be fun. ''But then I also think that there's potentially even a bit of a story there about like what happens to these characters after this trip.'' The actor added: ''I've always felt that Paolo had a heart bigger than what he kind of showed in those moments. ''The character would love a chance at redemption. So you know I would definitely be open to considering that if it came around. ''But no matter what, I think the movies and the TV show that are still out there kind of really appeal and relate to like even today's audiences, so whether they make another thing or not, this world kind of lives on and people still enjoy it.'' One fan recently commented under Yani's post: ''You're what my dreams are made of (talk to me).'' ''Hi there handsome,'' another fan shot their shot. ''Sing to me Paolo,'' someone else chuckled.
The Irish Sun
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Lizzie McGuire fans are losing their minds after realising what heartthrob Paulo looks like 22 years after the hit film
YANI Gellman stole millions of hearts across the world when he played Paolo in the Lizzie McGuire Movie. But now, 22 years after the hit film, the 3 Yani was catapulted into the spotlight thanks to his role as the handsome Italian popstar in the Lizzie McGuire Movie Credit: Alamy 3 It's been more than two decades since the actor stole millions of hearts across the world Credit: Alamy 3 The actor, now 39, looks unrecognisable, sporting a stubble and shorter hair Credit: instagram/Yani Gellman Born in the US, Yani was catapulted into the spotlight thanks to his role as the handsome Italian popstar who convinced Both Lizzie and the audience fell in love wit Yani's sweet smile, swept hair and charming Italian accent - which is why when he turned out to be a fake at the end of the movie was particularly shocking and heartbreaking. The Disney hit movie, which premiered in 2003, was a huge staple in millions of childhoods, and despite the twist ending, it's safe to say that Paolo was a But what does he look like now? Well, Yani has most certainly grown up over the last two decades. read more on celebrities Recent Instagram photos show that the actor, now 39, is rocking some Yani made his acting debut back in 1998 in an episode of the show Animorphs. After that, he landed a bunch of small roles in shows like Goosebumps, The Famous Jett Jackson, Blue Murder, and Mentors. He also starred in the movies Urban Legends: Final Cut, Jason X, Boss of Bosses, and The Matthew Shepard Story. Most read in Celebrity In 2002, he landed the lead role in the TV series Guinevere Jones. However, his big break came in 2003 when he was cast as Paolo in 00s TV heartthrob, now 69, looks unrecognizable from hot cop character as he's spotted years after hit show canceled In addition to Hilary, now 37, it also starred Adam Lamberg, Robert Carradine, Haille Todd, and Jake Thomas. The movie grossed $55.5 million - £43million - at the box office and made him an international star. After the huge success of The Lizzie McGuire Movie, Yani went on to act in the show Wild Card, the Canadian series Monster Warriors, CBS' The Young and the Reckless, the popular drama series Pretty Little Liars, and CW's 90210. In more recent years, the actor appeared in the horror film 47 Meters Down, the TV movie A Bestselling Kind of Love, and Apple TV's Departing Seniors. Over the years, Yani has spoken positively of The Lizzie McGuire Movie, which made him famous. Back in 2023 on the 20th anniversary, he posted an emotional tribute to his Instagram, writing: ''This week marks the 20th anniversary of the premiere of The Lizzie McGuire Movie. ''This film has meant more to me than words can say ... [Here's] to the best community of fans and supporters anywhere - thank you for an amazing run. This truly is what dreams are made of.'' He also told ''I think a reboot would be fun,''he said. ''I think a reboot with some sort of like shout outs to the generation of actors beforehand would be fun. ''But then I also think that there's potentially even a bit of a story there about like what happens to these characters after this trip.'' The actor added: ''I've always felt that Paolo had a heart bigger than what he kind of showed in those moments. ''The character would love a chance at redemption. So you know I would definitely be open to considering that if it came around. ''But no matter what, I think the movies and the TV show that are still out there kind of really appeal and relate to like even today's audiences, so whether they make another thing or not, this world kind of lives on and people still enjoy it.'' One fan recently commented under ''Hi there handsome,'' another fan shot their shot. ''Sing to me Paolo,'' someone else chuckled.
The Guardian
21-04-2025
- Entertainment
- The Guardian
‘Aspirational in the silliest sense': why The Lizzie McGuire Movie is my feelgood movie
Three years ago, my fiance and I were winding through the narrow streets of Seville when he began a sentence with the words: 'Imagine if.' Imagine if, he pondered, you went to a foreign country and it turned out that you looked exactly like one of their local celebs. People would approach you for autographs … they would scream at you on the street … you wouldn't know what was going on. I stopped still and gawped at him. 'That's the plot of The Lizzie McGuire Movie,' I said. And that's when I found out that the man I was going to marry had never seen the greatest film of all time. Movies with the word 'movie' in the title are not usually considered the world's best and yes, officially The Lizzie McGuire Movie is a flop, with a 41% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. But the coming-of-age comedy was released in 2003, at a time when critics were allowed to hate teenage girls a little more openly than they're allowed to hate teenage girls today. That might be 'irrelevant' because the 'experts' were 'technically correct' in noting that the movie is not a masterpiece, but I believe it is at least a masterpiece of the genre. By which I mean: at one point, an Italian woman manhandles Hilary Duff before handing her a giant wheel of cheese. The Lizzie McGuire Movie is a spin-off of the Disney channel show of basically the same name. Our lovable hero, Lizzie (Duff), graduates middle school and goes on a trip to Rome with her classmates. When she gets there, she realises – via gifted cheese – that she is the spitting image of the Italian pop star Isabella Parigi (who – hold onto your jaws as I say this – is also played by Duff). Hijinks ensue. In short: Isabella's singing partner Paolo Valisari whizzes Lizzie around on his moped and subjects her to a makeover montage. Why? Because he wants Lizzie to perform as Isabella, who has left Italy, at the International Music Video Awards. Are his motivations nefarious? You bet they are! But the only way for Lizzie to discover this is by donning a sparkly lilac top with a square inexplicably cut out around her belly button. Nostalgia clouds the mind but I do think this movie is genuinely funny – Alex Borstein as school trip wrangler Miss Ungermeyer is a particular highlight ('Put your money in your front pockets,' she warns the kids after catching sight of slick pop star Paolo). While the film is undeniably a trite tableau of teen movie cliches, it avoids the harshest and grossest ones that were popular at the time. No one is mocked for having an eating disorder or stalked oh-so-romantically. It is aspirational in the silliest sense – while other movies might've inspired you to flirt like this or dance like that, nothing in The Lizzie McGuire Movie could be copied: you're either in danger of being mistaken for an Italian pop star or you're not. This means it didn't make 11-year-old me feel bad about herself, and it still makes adult me feel good. I often think about the overlap in 'boy' and 'girl' culture. A young teenage girl will consume – or at least try out – the same stuff as a teenage boy, because of the value society affords anything masculine (and because we wanted boys to kiss us). As a teen girl, I watched Fight Club and played Fifa, but how many straight boys read The Princess Diaries or watched Lizzie McGuire? There are huge gaping holes in men's cultural knowledge: most have never seen a Duff-Duff duet in the Colosseum, one Duff in purple, the other in green, both singing the words 'hey, now' a total of 23 times. I couldn't marry a man who had never heard the lyrics 'Hey, now, hey, now, this is what dreams are made of', so I left my fiance at the altar three months after our trip to Seville. I'm kidding, of course – but naturally I did force him to watch the film before we married, and unbeknownst to me he even slipped a reference to it into our vows. In front of who else but Italian civil officials, my husband promised to watch the film with me at least once a year. It was a light aside in vows that were otherwise (I swear, I swear) deeply meaningful, but I'm still going to hold him to that promise – until death do us hey, now.
