Ashley Tisdale

Actress and singer best known for High School Musical

Ashley Tisdale - Actress and singer best known for High School Musical
Born

July 2nd, 1985
40 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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An actress, singer, and producer, this individual gained prominence through a leading role in the Disney Channel's High School Musical franchise as Sharpay Evans. Musical career includes the albums Headstrong and Guilty Pleasure, both of which achieved commercial success. Tisdale also served as an executive producer on the TV series Phineas and Ferb, contributing significantly to the show's popular success. Additional acting credits include roles in The Suite Life of Zack & Cody and the animated series Kim Possible.

Starred as Sharpay Evans in High School Musical

Released albums Headstrong and Guilty Pleasure

Produced the animated series Phineas and Ferb

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