History of Ashley Tisdale in Timeline

Ashley Tisdale is an American actress and singer known for her roles in Disney Channel projects. She gained fame as Maddie Fitzpatrick in "The Suite Life of Zack & Cody" and Sharpay Evans in the "High School Musical" series. Her success in these roles led to a successful music career, including a gold-certified album. Tisdale also voiced Candace Flynn in the animated series "Phineas and Ferb."

July 2, 1985: Birth of Ashley Tisdale

Ashley Michelle Tisdale was born on July 2, 1985. This marks the day she was born.

1997: First Acting Roles and Modeling

Ashley Tisdale landed her first acting roles in 1997, guest starring in episodes of "Smart Guy" and "7th Heaven". She also began modeling for Ford Models around this time.

1998: Voice Acting in Animated Films

In 1998, Ashley Tisdale provided her voice for the animated films "An All Dogs Christmas Carol" and "A Bug's Life".

2000: Guest Appearance in "Boston Public" and Award Nomination

Ashley Tisdale's guest appearance in an episode of "Boston Public" in 2000 earned her a Young Artist Award nomination for "Best Guest Performance in a TV Drama".

2001: Minor Role in "Donnie Darko"

Ashley Tisdale had a minor role in the film "Donnie Darko" in 2001.

2002: Appearance in "The Mayor of Oyster Bay"

Ashley Tisdale appeared in the film "The Mayor of Oyster Bay" in 2002.

2005: Joins "The Suite Life of Zack & Cody"

In 2005, Ashley Tisdale became part of the main cast of the Disney Channel series "The Suite Life of Zack & Cody".

2005: Ashley Tisdale Joins "The Suite Life of Zack & Cody"

In 2005, Ashley Tisdale joined the main cast of the Disney Channel series "The Suite Life of Zack & Cody", marking a significant step in her career.

2006: Breakthrough Role in "High School Musical"

Ashley Tisdale had her breakout role as Sharpay Evans in the Disney Channel film "High School Musical" in 2006. The film's success catapulted her career to new heights.

2006: Signing with Warner Bros. Records and Early Releases

Following the success of "High School Musical", Ashley Tisdale signed a recording contract with Warner Bros. Records in 2006. She began working on her debut album and released singles like "Be Good to Me".

2007: Release of Debut Album "Headstrong" and "Headstrong Tour"

Ashley Tisdale released her debut studio album, "Headstrong", in February 2007. The album was a commercial success and she embarked on the "Headstrong Tour Across America" to promote it.

2007: High School Musical 2 Premiere

Ashley Tisdale reprised her role as Sharpay Evans in "High School Musical 2," which premiered in 2007 and became a massive hit, garnering 17 million viewers and receiving critical acclaim.

2007: "High School Musical: The Concert" Tour

Ashley Tisdale, along with the rest of the "High School Musical" cast, went on tour in 2006 and 2007 to promote the film.

2007: Reflection on Early Career

In 2007, Ashley Tisdale reflected on her early career in an interview with Newsday, discussing her experiences in "Les Misérables" and "Annie".

2007: Release of Debut Album Headstrong

In 2007, Ashley Tisdale released her debut album Headstrong, which allowed her to learn herself as an artist and explore different musical styles.

2007: Praised for High School Musical 2 Performance

In 2007, Ashley Tisdale was praised by critics for her performance in High School Musical 2, being named a 'scene stealer' by Laura Fries of Variety.

October 2008: High School Musical 3: Senior Year Premiere

Ashley Tisdale's performance in "High School Musical 3: Senior Year," which premiered in October 2008, earned her critical recognition, including an MTV Movie Award for "Breakthrough Performance Female" in 2009.

2008: Completion of High School Musical Series

After the completion of the High School Musical series in 2008, Ashley Tisdale was initially reluctant to accept older roles as she felt 'you can never go backward.'

2008: Formation of Blondie Girl Productions

Ashley Tisdale established her production company, Blondie Girl Productions, in 2008.

2008: Conclusion of "The Suite Life of Zack & Cody"

Ashley Tisdale's run on the Disney Channel series "The Suite Life of Zack & Cody" ended in 2008.

2008: Maxim's Hot 100 List 2008

In 2008, Ashley Tisdale ranked number 10 on Maxim's Hot 100 list of sexiest women and hottest celebrities.

2008: Support for Make a Wish Foundation and Habitat for Humanity

Throughout 2008, Ashley Tisdale actively supported the Make a Wish Foundation, visiting hospitalized children and participating in fundraising efforts. She also dedicated her support to Habitat for Humanity, a non-profit organization focused on building homes for those in need.

June 11, 2009: Guilty Pleasure Release

Ashley Tisdale released her second studio album, "Guilty Pleasure," internationally on June 11, 2009, showcasing a more rock-oriented and edgy sound compared to her previous work.

2009: Split from Jared Murillo

After dating for two years, Ashley Tisdale and dancer Jared Murillo, whom she met while working on "High School Musical", ended their relationship in 2009.

2009: Release of Second Album "Guilty Pleasure"

Ashley Tisdale released her second studio album, "Guilty Pleasure", in 2009. However, it did not achieve the same commercial success as her debut album.

2009: MTV Movie Award Win

Ashley Tisdale won an MTV Movie Award for "Breakthrough Performance Female" in 2009 for her role in "High School Musical 3: Senior Year."

2009: Starring in Aliens in the Attic

In 2009, Ashley Tisdale starred in the film Aliens in the Attic, where director John Schultz praised her comedic talent and described her as having a 'gift' for comedy.

2009: Mixed Reactions to Guilty Pleasure

In 2009, Ashley Tisdale's second studio album Guilty Pleasure received mixed reviews, achieving a 48% rating on Metacritic. Critics praised some songs but criticized the overall album.

January 2010: Hope for Haiti Now Telethon

In January 2010, Ashley Tisdale participated as a phone operator during the "Hope for Haiti Now: A Global Benefit for Earthquake Relief" charity telethon. This event aimed to raise funds for organizations providing relief work in Haiti after the devastating 2010 earthquake.

2010: Television Return in Hellcats

Ashley Tisdale made her return to television in 2010, taking on the role of head cheerleader Savannah Monroe in The CW's drama series "Hellcats."

2010: New Television Roles and Production Deal

Ashley Tisdale started appearing in more films and returned to television with shows like "Hellcats" in 2010. Her production company, Blondie Girl Productions, also signed a multi-year deal with Relativity Media.

2010: Voice Debut in Phineas and Ferb

In 2010, Ashley Tisdale began voicing Candace Flynn in the animated series "Phineas and Ferb," which quickly gained popularity, becoming a favorite among kids and tweens and earning critical praise.

2010: Performance in Hellcats

In 2010, Ashley Tisdale's acting skills were praised by Kevin Murphy, creator of the television series Hellcats, for her ability to hold multiple colors in the same palette.

May 2011: Posed Nude for Allure

In May 2011, Ashley Tisdale posed completely nude for the May issue of Allure, stating it was her way of showing she is a woman, not just a young girl.

August 2011: Sharpay's Fabulous Adventure Premiere

Ashley Tisdale reprised her role as Sharpay Evans in the Disney Channel spin-off "Sharpay's Fabulous Adventure," which premiered in August 2011.

2011: Split from Scott Speer

Ashley Tisdale and director Scott Speer ended their relationship in 2011.

2011: Get on the Bus Campaign with Extreme Makeover: Home Edition

Ashley Tisdale participated in the "Get on the Bus" charity campaign organized by the TV show "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition" in 2011. She volunteered her time to help build a house for a family and performed several songs to contribute to fundraising efforts.

2011: Release of "Sharpay's Fabulous Adventure"

Ashley Tisdale starred in the "High School Musical" spin-off film "Sharpay's Fabulous Adventure", which was released in 2011. A soundtrack was also released to promote the film.

June 2012: Casting in Scary Movie 5

Ashley Tisdale secured the lead role of Jody, a dancer, in "Scary Movie 5," as announced by The Weinstein Company in June 2012.

2012: Production of "Miss Advised"

As part of her production deal, Ashley Tisdale produced shows like "Miss Advised" in 2012.

2012: Project Pink for Breast Cancer Research

In 2012, Ashley Tisdale became the face of Puma SE's "Project Pink" campaign, dedicated to raising funds for breast cancer research. Her involvement included visiting the BEST After School Enrichment Program and distributing gifts to children.

2012: Transition to Mature Roles

In 2012, Ashley Tisdale began to accept more mature roles, marking her first adult roles as Emma Jean in Sons of Anarchy and Jody Sanders in Scary Movie 5.

2012: Guest Appearances and Pilot Episode

In 2012, Ashley Tisdale made guest appearances on "Raising Hope" and starred in a CBS pilot episode directed by Louis C.K., although the pilot was not picked up for a full series.

April 2013: Release of Scary Movie 5

"Scary Movie 5," featuring Ashley Tisdale, hit theaters in April 2013.

May 2013: Cover of Maxim's May Issue

In May 2013, Ashley Tisdale appeared on the cover of Maxim's May issue, further establishing her status as a sex symbol.

December 2013: Release of "You're Always Here"

In December 2013, Ashley Tisdale released "You're Always Here," a single dedicated to her late grandfather.

2013: Engagement to Christopher French

After dating for over a year, Ashley Tisdale and singer Christopher French got engaged in 2013.

2013: Work on Third Studio Album and "Scary Movie 5"

Ashley Tisdale began working on her third studio album and released the promotional single "You're Always Here" in 2013. She also starred in the horror comedy film "Scary Movie 5".

2013: Charity Single "You're Always Here"

Ashley Tisdale demonstrated her commitment to charitable causes in 2013 by recording and releasing the song "You're Always Here". This single was specifically designated as a charity single, with 30% of its proceeds donated to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, as confirmed in an interview with Ryan Seacrest.

2013: Role in Scary Movie 5

In 2013, Ashley Tisdale played Jody Sanders, a mother of three children, in the feature film Scary Movie 5, which took her out of her comfort zone.

2013: Negative Reviews for Scary Movie 5

In 2013, Ashley Tisdale's performance in Scary Movie 5 received negative reviews, with critics saying she lacked comic timing and was not funny enough.

June 2014: Premiere of Young & Hungry

Ashley Tisdale served as an executive producer on the ABC Family comedy series "Young & Hungry," which premiered in June 2014.

September 8, 2014: Marriage to Christopher French

Ashley Tisdale and Christopher French married in a small, private ceremony in Santa Barbara, California, on September 8, 2014.

December 2014: Casting in Amateur Night

Ashley Tisdale was cast in the comedy "Amateur Night" alongside Jason Biggs in December 2014.

2014: Work on Third Studio Album

Ashley Tisdale revealed in 2013 that she was working on her third studio album, aiming for a dance-pop sound, with an expected release in 2014.

2014: Executive Producer for "Young & Hungry"

Ashley Tisdale took on the role of executive producer for the ABC Family television series "Young & Hungry", which ran from 2014 to 2018.

2014: Promotion of Lindt HELLO Chocolates

Ashley Tisdale took part in the promotion of Lindt HELLO chocolates in the U.S. by producing an episode for the online series "It Started with HELLO."

2014: Portrayal of Logan Rawlings in Young & Hungry

In 2014, Ashley Tisdale portrayed Logan Rawlings, a lesbian, on Young & Hungry, pushing her out of her comfort zone and showcasing her versatility as an actress.

2014: Young Hollywood Awards Social Media Superstar

In 2014, Ashley Tisdale won the award for 'Social Media Superstar' at the Young Hollywood Awards, highlighting her influence in social media.

August 2015: Conclusion of Clipped

Ashley Tisdale's run on the TBS workplace comedy "Clipped" ended in August 2015 after one season.

2015: Farewell to Phineas and Ferb

Ashley Tisdale concluded her voice acting role as Candace Flynn in the animated series "Phineas and Ferb" when the show ended in 2015.

2015: Joins the Cast of "Clipped"

In 2015, Ashley Tisdale joined the main cast of the television show "Clipped".

2015: 45th Most Influential Woman on Twitter

In 2015, Ashley Tisdale was named the 45th most influential woman on Twitter by The Huffington Post, showcasing her impact on social media.

2016: Creative Director at Signorelli and Illuminate Makeup Launch

Ashley Tisdale took on the role of creative director for Signorelli and unveiled her Illuminate makeup line through BH Cosmetics in 2016.

2017: Signorelli Spring 2017 Sportswear Line

Ashley Tisdale oversaw the creation of Signorelli's spring 2017 sportswear collection.

2018: Return to Music with New Singles

After a break from music, Ashley Tisdale returned in 2018 with the release of the singles "Voices in My Head" and "Love Me & Let Me Go".

April 2019: Confirmation of Fourth Studio Album

Ashley Tisdale shared in April 2019 that she was working on her fourth studio album.

May 2019: Release of Symptoms

Ashley Tisdale released her third studio album, "Symptoms," in May 2019, marking her return to music after a decade.

May 2019: Social Media Popularity

By May 2019, Ashley Tisdale had attained more than 13 million followers on Twitter and over 19 million Likes on Facebook, highlighting her popularity on social media.

May 29, 2019: New Song Teaser

Ashley Tisdale provided a sneak peek of a new song on May 29, 2019.

June 2019: Starring Role in Carol's Second Act

Ashley Tisdale began her starring role in the CBS sitcom "Carol's Second Act" in June 2019.

2019: Release of Third Album "Symptoms"

Ashley Tisdale released her third studio album, "Symptoms", in 2019. This marked her first album release in a decade.

May 4, 2020: "Lemons" Teaser

On May 4, 2020, Ashley Tisdale teased a new track titled "Lemons," potentially the lead single from her upcoming album.

September 17, 2020: Announcement of First Pregnancy

On September 17, 2020, Ashley Tisdale announced her first pregnancy through an image on Instagram.

October 2020: Ashley Tisdale Announced as Panelist on The Masked Dancer

In October 2020, it was announced that Ashley Tisdale would serve as a panelist on the Masked Singer spinoff, The Masked Dancer, along with Ken Jeong, Paula Abdul, and Brian Austin Green.

October 17, 2020: Reveals Expecting a Girl

On October 17, 2020, Ashley Tisdale shared that she was expecting a baby girl.

2020: Starring in "Carol's Second Act" and "The Masked Dancer"

Ashley Tisdale starred as Jenny Kenney in the CBS sitcom "Carol's Second Act" from 2019 to 2020. She also served as a panelist on the reality competition show "The Masked Dancer".