Laura Marano, an American actress, singer, songwriter, and model, is a woman of many abilities. The 20-year-old has been performing since she was five years old, beginning with Stage Door Theater. Since then, her career has expanded dramatically, landing her a number of parts in sitcoms, movies, and television shows. She rose to stardom as an adolescent actress thanks to the Disney Channel Original Series “Austin and Ally,” in which she portrayed Ally Dawson. She did not go to a school on the set, though; instead, she attended a regular high school despite her hectic shooting schedules. Vanessa Marano, who played April in “Gilmore Girls” and is presently portraying Bay in ABC’s “Switched at Birth,” is Laura’s older sister. Currently recording for the Big Machine Records label, Laura Marano also has her own perfume company.
The Epic Ascent to Stardom
When Laura was five years old, she started working with the Stage Door Theatre on several shows. She has appeared in numerous television shows and advertisements, including “Without a Trace,” “Joan of Arcadia,” “The Sarah Silverman Program,” “Children’s Hospital,” and “Ghost Whisperer.” Laura’s big break came in 2011 when she was cast as Ally Dawson in the Disney Channel series “Austin and Ally.” The four years the show ran successfully helped make Laura a household name worldwide. More specifically, she claims that “Austin and Ally” also helped her get over her vocal anxieties and helped her build confidence. She has played a leading role in the films “A Sort of Homecoming” and “Bad Hair Day.” She also appeared on “Are You Smarter Than A Fifth Grader” as one of the first five classmates. Although Laura started out in the acting business, singing has always been her first passion. Her 2016 debut single, “Boombox,” had over 42 million YouTube views and peaked at number 27 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. She got off to a strong start on the Disney kid to pop star transition path when her second single, “La La,” peaked at number 123 on iTunes! Her record agreement with Big Machine Records, a successful label that represents well-known artists like Taylor Swift and is home to the studio where she is recording her debut album, is the newest achievement in her career.
Why Laura Marano Is So Unique?
In addition to her acting and singing careers, Laura has a charitable nature. She was selected as the UNICEF Ambassador for Trick-or-Treat 2013, a campaign that urged kids to collect money on Halloween for less fortunate kids all over the world. She participated in the Disney-Birds Eye vegetable campaign Step Up to the Plate the very next year, which encouraged teenagers in the USA to consume more healthful food. She works hard to ensure that she sets a positive example for them because she is aware of the large number of teenagers that follow her.
Past Fame of Laura Marano
The geeky, musical genius, who has spent five years portraying Ally Dawson on the television series “Austin and Ally,” is very dear to Laura, and the two share many characteristics. In fact, after a Sunday dinner at her house, she invented her renowned “The Ally Way” dance motion! In addition to being a Potterhead, Laura is a lover of Empire, Modern Family, Homeland, and Game of Thrones. Her debut album is scheduled to be released soon, and she plans to keep composing music for the foreseeable future.
Behind the Scenes
Laura Marano is the daughter of acting coach-turned-former-actress Ellen Marano and college lecturer Damiano Marano. Vanessa Marano, who plays Bay in the ABC Family series “Switched at Birth,” is her older sister. Laura has enrolled at The University of Southern California as a part-time student despite her busy schedule. She plans to continue her degree as well as advance her work since she thinks education keeps you grounded. Velvet, the dog owned by Laura.
Laura Marano’s Net Worth
American actress and singer Laura Marano has a $3 million dollar net worth. In November 1995, Laura Marano was born in Los Angeles, California. For her work as Ally Dawson on the Disney Channel television series Austin & Ally, Marano is well known. She received her first acting role when she was five years old and has since appeared in numerous commercials and Stage Door Theater performances.
Trivia
Laura began playing the piano when she was just nine years old!