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Anneliese van der Pol

Anneliese van der Pol is a Dutch-American actress and singer recognized for her role as Chelsea Daniels in the Disney Channel series *That's So Raven* (2003–2007) and its spin-off *Raven's Home* (2017–2022). She has also contributed to Disney Channel music, including the song "Over It" featured on the *Stuck in the Suburbs* soundtrack. Her work primarily falls within television acting and singing for a younger audience.

September 23, 1984: Anneliese van der Pol's Birth

On September 23, 1984, Anneliese Louise van der Pol was born. She is a Dutch-American actress and singer.

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1999: Starring in Grease and Evita

In 1999, Anneliese van der Pol played Sandy Dumbrowsky in Grease, earning her a Bobbi Award. She also played Eva Perón in Evita, receiving positive reviews.

2000: Starring in Oklahoma!

From 2000 to 2001, Anneliese van der Pol starred as Laurey in a musical theatre production of Oklahoma! in Austin, Texas.

2001: Oklahoma! performance

From 2000 to 2001, Anneliese van der Pol starred as Laurey in a musical theatre production of Oklahoma! in Austin, Texas. Her performance earned her nominations for awards.

2002: Graduation from High School

In 2002, Anneliese van der Pol graduated from Orange County High School of the Arts in Santa Ana, California.

2003: That's So Raven Debut

From 2003 to 2007, Anneliese van der Pol played Chelsea Daniels in the Disney Channel series That's So Raven.

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2004: Disney Music Projects

In 2004, Anneliese van der Pol recorded "Over It" for the Disney Channel Original Movie Stuck in the Suburbs, and "A Day in the Sun" for the album That's So Raven Too!. She also contributed to other Disney music projects.

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2006: Disney Channel Games and Kim Possible Appearance

In 2006, Anneliese van der Pol appeared on the first installment of the Disney Channel Games and guest-starred on Kim Possible in the episode "And the Mole-Rat Will Be CGI".

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2006: Arrested for DUI

In 2006, Anneliese van der Pol was arrested for DUI in Los Angeles after hitting a parked car, with a blood alcohol level of 0.19.

February 2007: Broadway Debut Announcement

In February 2007, it was announced that Anneliese van der Pol would make her Broadway debut as Belle in Beauty and the Beast.

April 3, 2007: Broadway Debut

On April 3, 2007, Anneliese van der Pol made her Broadway debut as Belle in Beauty and the Beast.

July 12, 2007: Broadway in Bryant Park Performance

On July 12, 2007, Anneliese van der Pol, along with Beauty and the Beast co-stars, performed songs from the show at Bryant Park's Broadway in Bryant Park.

July 29, 2007: Final Performance as Belle

On July 29, 2007, Anneliese van der Pol gave her final performance as Belle in Beauty and the Beast, marking the show's 5,464th and final performance.

2007: That's So Raven Conclusion

From 2003 to 2007, Anneliese van der Pol concluded her role as Chelsea Daniels in the Disney Channel series That's So Raven.

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2007: Sentenced for DUI

In 2007, Anneliese van der Pol was sentenced for her DUI, receiving 36 months probation, fines, assessments, and an alcohol education program.

2007: End of That's So Raven

In 2007, Anneliese van der Pol's role as Chelsea Daniels concluded on the Disney Channel series That's So Raven.

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May 2008: Cast in Vanities, A New Musical

In May 2008, Anneliese van der Pol was revealed to play Kathy in the new musical, Vanities, A New Musical.

August 22, 2008: Vanities, A New Musical Previews

On August 22, 2008, Anneliese van der Pol originated the role of Kathy during the musical's Broadway previews in Pasadena, California.

September 28, 2008: End of Vanities Previews

On September 28, 2008, Anneliese van der Pol concluded her run in the Broadway previews of Vanities, A New Musical in Pasadena, California.

February 2, 2009: Postponement of Vanities Broadway Debut

Originally scheduled for February 2, 2009, the Broadway debut of Vanities, A New Musical, starring Anneliese van der Pol, was postponed.

February 26, 2009: Original Opening Date for Vanities on Broadway

February 26, 2009, was the original opening date for the Broadway production of 'Vanities', starring Anneliese van der Pol, but the show was postponed.

July 2, 2009: Vanities Off-Broadway Previews

On July 2, 2009, Vanities, A New Musical, starring Anneliese van der Pol, began its Off-Broadway previews at the Second Stage Theatre in New York City.

July 2009: Wicked Audition

As of July 2009, Anneliese van der Pol stated that she had received her fourth call-back for the role of Glinda in Wicked on Broadway.

July 16, 2009: Vanities Off-Broadway Official Opening

On July 16, 2009, Vanities, A New Musical, starring Anneliese van der Pol, officially opened Off-Broadway at the Second Stage Theatre.

August 9, 2009: Vanities Off-Broadway Closing

On August 9, 2009, the Off-Broadway production of Vanities, A New Musical, starring Anneliese van der Pol, concluded its performances.

August 21, 2009: Vanities Original Cast Album Recording

On August 21, 2009, Anneliese van der Pol began recording the Original Cast Album for Vanities, A New Musical, along with Lauren Kennedy and Sarah Stiles.

September 2009: Starring in Meet Me in St. Louis

In September 2009, Anneliese van der Pol starred as Esther Smith in the Theatre Under The Stars production of Meet Me in St. Louis.

October 11, 2009: End of Meet Me in St. Louis Run

On October 11, 2009, Anneliese van der Pol's limited run in the Theatre Under The Stars production of Meet Me in St. Louis concluded.

December 1, 2009: The Battery's Down Guest Appearance

On December 1, 2009, Anneliese van der Pol made a guest appearance on The Battery's Down, as Rhonda Busby Smith; the episode premiered on YouTube.

December 15, 2009: Vanities Original Cast Album Release

On December 15, 2009, the Original Cast Album for Vanities, A New Musical, featuring Anneliese van der Pol, was released with Sh-k-Boom Records.

December 2009: Guest appearance on The Battery's Down

In December 2009, Anneliese van der Pol made a guest appearance on The Battery's Down, as Rhonda Busby Smith.

July 7, 2010: Vampires Suck Trailer Premiere

On July 7, 2010, the trailer for Vampires Suck, starring Anneliese van der Pol as Jennifer, exclusively premiered on Break.com.

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December 2010: Shalom Sesame Premiere

In December 2010, Anneliese van der Pol appeared in a twelve-part miniseries revival of Shalom Sesame, which premiered during the Hanukkah holiday.

2010: End of Probation

In 2010, Anneliese van der Pol's probation ended following her DUI arrest.

April 10, 2011: Shake It Up Guest Appearance

On April 10, 2011, Anneliese van der Pol appeared as Ronnie on Disney Channel's Shake It Up in the episode "Reunion It Up!".

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May 17, 2011: A Dram of Drummhicit Previews

On May 17, 2011, previews started for "A Dram of Drummhicit", a Scottish play by Arthur Kopit and Anton Dudley, where Anneliese Van der Pol was cast as Fiona MacLeod. The previews were held in San Diego by La Jolla Playhouse.

September 2011: Cast in For the Record: Tarantino in Concert

In September 2011, Anneliese van der Pol was cast in For the Record: Tarantino in Concert.

May 2012: The Heiress Production

From April to May 2012, Anneliese van der Pol starred as Marian Almond in the Pasadena Playhouse production of The Heiress.

November 13, 2012: For the Record: Tarantino Album Release

On November 13, 2012, the cast recording, For the Record: Tarantino, featuring Anneliese van der Pol, was released through LML Music.

December 1, 2012: Emma Production

On December 1, 2012, Anneliese van der Pol began playing the lead role in the Arizona Theatre Company's production of Paul Gordon's new musical, Emma.

January 20, 2013: End of Emma Production

On January 20, 2013, Anneliese van der Pol concluded her run in the Arizona Theatre Company's production of Paul Gordon's new musical, Emma.

September 14, 2013: The Importance of Being Earnest in Tucson

On September 14, 2013, Anneliese van der Pol starred as Gwendolyn Fairfax in Stephen Wrentmore's production of The Importance of Being Earnest, in Tucson.

October 5, 2013: End of Tucson Run for The Importance of Being Earnest

On October 5, 2013, the Tucson run of Stephen Wrentmore's production of The Importance of Being Earnest, starring Anneliese van der Pol, concluded.

October 10, 2013: The Importance of Being Earnest in Phoenix

On October 10, 2013, Anneliese van der Pol began her run as Gwendolyn Fairfax in Stephen Wrentmore's production of The Importance of Being Earnest in Phoenix.

October 27, 2013: End of Phoenix Run for The Importance of Being Earnest

On October 27, 2013, the Phoenix run of Stephen Wrentmore's production of The Importance of Being Earnest, starring Anneliese van der Pol, concluded.

July 2014: Thoroughly Modern Millie Performance

In July 2014, Anneliese van der Pol played Millie Dillmount in the Will Rogers Memorial Center production of Thoroughly Modern Millie.

November 14, 2016: Raven's Home Casting Announcement

On November 14, 2016, it was reported that Anneliese van der Pol would reprise her role as Chelsea Daniels for the second That's So Raven spin-off series Raven's Home.

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July 21, 2017: Raven's Home Premiere

On July 21, 2017, Raven's Home premiered, featuring Anneliese van der Pol reprising her role as Chelsea Daniels.

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2017: Raven's Home Debut

In 2017, Anneliese van der Pol reprised her role as Chelsea Daniels on the Disney Channel spin-off series Raven's Home.

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2022: End of Raven's Home

In 2022, Anneliese van der Pol's role as Chelsea Daniels concluded on the Disney Channel spin-off series Raven's Home.

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December 23, 2023: Engagement Announcement

On December 23, 2023, Anneliese van der Pol announced her engagement to Johnno Wilson, her Raven's Home co-star.

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December 11, 2024: Marriage to Johnno Wilson

On December 11, 2024, Anneliese van der Pol married her Raven's Home co-star, Johnno Wilson, in Santa Barbara, California.

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June 27, 2025: Pregnancy Announcement

On June 27, 2025, Anneliese van der Pol and her husband announced that they were expecting their first child.