Adam Lamberg

American actor known for Lizzie McGuire

Adam Lamberg - American actor known for Lizzie McGuire
Born

September 14th, 1984
40 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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Born on September 14, 1984, this American actor gained popularity for portraying Gordo in the Disney Channel series Lizzie McGuire. The show aired from 2001 to 2004 and followed the life of a teenage girl navigating school and relationships, with Gordo serving as her best friend and confidant. The series was well-received and spawned a feature film, further cementing the character's place in early 2000s pop culture. After the show concluded, this actor pursued education and took a break from acting, returning to the industry years later.

Portrayed Gordo in Lizzie McGuire

Appeared in the Lizzie McGuire Movie

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