Laura Marano
Biography
Laura Marano is an American actress and singer. She was born on November 29, 1995, in Los Angeles, California. Marano is known for her work in various television series, including Austin & Ally, and the Disney Channel series. She also appeared in the TV show Without a Trace for three seasons and Back to You. Marano has starred in several films, including the indie movie A Sort of Homecoming, the Disney Channel Original Movie Bad Hair Day, and the Netflix original movie The Perfect Date. She was one of the original contestants on the TV show Are You Smarter than a 5th Grader?. Marano has a total of 54 known credits in her acting career.
Career overview
Laura Marano is an American actress known for her work in television and film. She began her career in the early 2000s, appearing in various television shows. One of her notable early roles was in the reality game show Are You Smarter than a 5th Grader?, where she was one of the original contestants.
Marano also appeared in several television series, including Without a Trace, where she had a recurring role for three seasons, and Back to You. Her work in television led to opportunities in film, where she appeared in the indie movie A Sort of Homecoming.
In addition to her work in television and film, Marano has also appeared in several Disney Channel productions. She starred in the Disney Channel Original Movie Bad Hair Day and the Netflix original movie The Perfect Date. Marano's acting career has spanned multiple platforms and genres, showcasing her versatility as an actress.
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Full Filmography
62 titles- Above and Below (2026)
- Original Sound (2026) as Ryan Reed
- Last Train to Fortune (2025) as Amanda
- Choose Love (2023) as Cami Conway
- The Royal Treatment (2022) as Isabella "Izzy"
- The Royal Treatment (2022) Producer
- The War with Grandpa (2020) as Mia
- The Kelly Clarkson Show (2019) as Self
- Tamron Hall (2019) as Self - Guest
- The Perfect Date (2019) as Celia Lieberman
- A Cinderella Story: Christmas Wish (2019) as Kat Decker
- A Cinderella Story: Christmas Wish (2019) Songs
- Saving Zoë (2019) as Echo
- Saving Zoë (2019) Producer
- Love Daily (2018) as Erica
- Lady Bird (2017) as Diana Greenway
- Mother and Daughter: California Dream (2016) as Herself
- Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Road Chip (2015) as Hotel Babysitter
- Bad Hair Day (2015) as Monica Reeves
- A Sort of Homecoming (2015) as Young Amy
- Girl Meets World (2014) as Ally Dawson
- Disney Parks Frozen Christmas Celebration (2014) as Self
- Liv and Maddie (2013) as Emmy "Fangs" Wulfert
- Radio Disney Music Awards (2013) as Self
- Randy Cunningham: 9th Grade Ninja (2012) as Rachel (voice)
- Austin & Jessie & Ally All Star New Year (2012) as Ally Dawson
- Jessie (2011) as Ally Dawson
- Austin & Ally (2011) as Ally Dawson
- Fish Hooks (2010) as Hamster Girl #2 (voice)
- FlashForward (2009) as Young Tracy
- Little Monk (2009) as Cousin Lauren
- Childrens Hospital (2008) as Haley (uncredited)
- Childrens Hospital (2008) as Haley
- True Jackson, VP (2008) as Molly
- Gary Unmarried (2008) as Louise Brooks
- The Sarah Silverman Program. (2007) as Young Sarah Silverman
- The Sarah Silverman Program. (2007) as Heather Silverman / Young Sarah Silverman
- Superbad (2007) as Young Becca
- Ni Hao, Kai-Lan (2007) as Mei Mei (voice)
- Back to You (2007) as Gracie Carr
- Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader? (2007)
- Young Hollywood (2007) as Self
- Goldfish (2007) as Suzy Jenkins
- Dexter (2006) as Young Debra
- Heroes (2006) as Young Alice Shaw
- Ice Age: The Meltdown (2006) as Additional Voices (voice)
- Ghost Whisperer (2005) as Audrey
- Robot Chicken (2005) as Evie / Linda / Titanic Waitress (voice)
- The Jacket (2005) as Young Jackie
- The X's (2005) as Andrea (voice)
- The X's (2005) as Scout Y (voice)
- Medical Investigation (2004) as Brooke Beck
- Huff (2004) as Amelia
- The Ellen DeGeneres Show (2003) as Self
- Finding Nemo (2003) as Additional Voices (voice)
- Joan of Arcadia (2003) as Emily
- Without a Trace (2002) as Kate Malone
- Teen Choice Awards (1999) as Self - Presenter
- House of Holloway as Grace
- House of Holloway Executive Producer
- When We Collided as Vivi Alexander
- When We Collided Co-Producer
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Laura Marano best known for?
Laura Marano is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Above & Below (2026), The Royal Treatment (2022), The Royal Treatment (2022), The War with Grandpa (2020).
When and where was Laura Marano born?
Laura Marano was born on November 29, 1995 in Los Angeles, California, USA.
How many credits does Laura Marano have?
Laura Marano has accumulated over 62 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1999 to 2026.
What is Laura Marano's background in cinema and television?
Laura Marano is an American actress and singer. She was born on November 29, 1995, in Los Angeles, California. Marano is known for her work in various television series, including Austin & Ally, and the Disney Channel series. She also appeared in the TV show Without a Trace for three seasons and Back to You. Marano has...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Girl Meets World (2014) as Ally Dawson — aged about 18
- Randy Cunningham: 9th Grade Ninja (2012) as Rachel (voice) — aged about 16
- Dexter (2006) as Young Debra — aged about 10
- Ghost Whisperer (2005) as Audrey — aged about 9
- Liv and Maddie (2013) as Emmy "Fangs" Wulfert — aged about 17
- Jessie (2011) as Ally Dawson — aged about 15
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