| Full name: | Madison Michelle Pettis |
| Born: | July 22, 1998 in Arlington, Texas, USA |
| Age: | 24 |
| Years active: | 2006-present |
| Key roles: | Sophie Martinez in Cory in the House, Peyton Kelly in The Game Plan, Tess Foster in Life with Boys |
| Social media: | Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube |
As a long-time fan of Madison Pettis, I‘ve eagerly followed her journey to stardom from her early days as a child actor to her current status as a talented young lead. Here‘s an in-depth look at Madison‘s background, major career highlights, philanthropy, and fun facts about this charming rising star.
Early Life and Career Beginnings
Born in 1998 in Texas, Madison was bitten by the acting bug early on. She started taking lessons at age 5 and was soon auditioning for any parts she could. Her persistence paid off in 2006 when she landed a recurring role on Disney‘s Cory in the House at just 8 years old. Though a small part, fans like me noticed the lively spark Madison brought to her performance as Sophie Martinez.
Big Break in The Game Plan
Madison‘s big break came just a year later in the 2007 Disney film The Game Plan opposite Dwayne Johnson. As his on-screen daughter Peyton Kelly, Madison stole every scene with her spunky charm. Critics raved about her "self-assurance without precociousness." For me, The Game Plan cemented Madison as a star to watch. Her natural acting and infectious energy leaped off the screen.
Blossoming TV Career
After The Game Plan, Madison began scoring lead TV roles that allowed her talents to shine:
- Life with Boys (2010-2013) – Madison played teen Tess Foster in this popular Canadian comedy series. As a fan, I admired how effortlessly she handled both the comedy and drama.
- The Fosters (2013) – Her emotional turn as foster child Lou Chan thrilled me. She brought such heart and vulnerability to this role.
- All American (2018-present) – Currently, Madison lights up the screen as Layla Keating on this CW hit drama. Her poise and likability make Layla a standout.
Scene-Stealing Film Performances
Though TV has been her focus, Madison has delivered fantastic film performances as well:
- The Pirates! Band of Misfits (2011) – She held her own next to Hugh Grant as his plucky daughter.
- Adventures in Babysitting (2016) – Madison showed her humorous side as insecure teen Tiffany.
- American Fighter (2017) – This emotional drama featured a powerful turn by Madison that wowed me.
Voice Acting and Music
Madison lends her expressive voice acting to animated hits like Jake and the Never Land Pirates and American Dad! Hearing her voice in these shows, I‘m amazed by her versatility. Additionally, Madison released the single "Rock, Paper, Scissors" in 2015, revealing lovely singing chops.
Giving Back
Despite her busy career, Madison makes time for philanthropy with organizations like Make-A-Wish. She also uses social media to advocate for causes like mental health awareness and stopping bullying. Her selflessness makes me proud to be a fan.
Fun Facts About Madison
After following Madison for so many years, here are some fun facts her devoted fans know:
- She has an older brother named Steven.
- Her favorite food is sushi.
- She‘s a skilled dancer and avid volleyball player.
- Madison loves to sing and posts cover songs on her YouTube channel.
- She once had a cooking web series called "Cooking With Madison."
- Her celebrity crush is Michael B. Jordan.
The Future is Bright
Madison Pettis has accomplished so much already, and I know the best is yet to come. Whatever she does next, I‘ll be right there cheering her on. With her talent and work ethic, Madison‘s future shines bright!