Dove Cameron

Actress and singer from Disney Channel

Dove Cameron - Actress and singer from Disney Channel
Born

January 15th, 1996
29 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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An actress and singer became recognized for her roles in television and film. Featured prominently in the Disney Channel series 'Liv and Maddie', the portrayal of dual characters garnered attention. Additionally, starred in the 'Descendants' film series, portraying Mal, the daughter of Maleficent. Both the series and films contributed to increased visibility and popularity. In the music realm, released singles that showcased vocal talent, with some tracks becoming popular within the Disney music catalog.

Starred in 'Liv and Maddie'

Portrayed Mal in 'Descendants'

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