Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Bella Thorne

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Bella Thorne made an impact.

Annabella Avery "Bella" Thorne is an American actress, singer, and writer. She gained initial recognition for her roles as Margaux Darling in Dirty Sexy Money (2007–2008) and Ruthy Spivey in My Own Worst Enemy (2009), winning a Young Artist Award for the latter.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

November 7, 2010: Shake It Up Premieres

On November 7, 2010, the Disney Channel sitcom Shake It Up, co-starring Bella Thorne, premiered.

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September 29, 2011: Shake It Up Renewed

On September 29, 2011, Disney Channel announced that Shake It Up's second season order had been increased to 26 episodes.

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June 4, 2012: Shake It Up Renewed for Third Season

On June 4, 2012, Disney Channel announced that Shake It Up had been renewed for a third season.

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August 17, 2012: Made In Japan episode airs

On August 17, 2012, a 90-minute special episode of Shake It Up titled 'Made In Japan' aired as the season two finale.

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March 30, 2013: Thorne signs with Hollywood Records

On March 30, 2013, it was confirmed that Bella Thorne had officially signed to Hollywood Records.

April 23, 2013: Thorne announces debut album

On April 23, 2013, Bella Thorne announced her debut album with eleven songs, citing Britney Spears, Kesha, and Destiny's Child as influences.

July 25, 2013: Shake It Up canceled

On July 25, 2013, the Disney Channel confirmed that Shake It Up would be canceled after the end of the third season.

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October 19, 2014: Thorne Appears on CSI: Crime Scene Investigation

On October 19, 2014, Bella Thorne appeared in the episode "The Book of Shadows" of the fifteenth season of CSI: Crime Scene Investigation.

2014: Writing "Autumn Falls"

In 2014, Bella Thorne wrote "Autumn Falls", the first book in a series of three young adult novels.

June 1, 2015: Thorne to Star in Shovel Buddies

On June 1, 2015, it was announced that Bella Thorne would star in the AwesomenessTV film Shovel Buddies, playing the role of Kate.

June 30, 2015: The Frog Kingdom Film Release

On June 30, 2015, the animated film The Frog Kingdom, featuring Bella Thorne as the voice of Frog Princess, was scheduled to be released on video on demand and DVD.

2015: Writing "Autumn's Kiss"

In 2015, Bella Thorne wrote "Autumn's Kiss", the second book in her series of three young adult novels.

October 11, 2016: Shovel Buddies Movie Released

On October 11, 2016, the movie Shovel Buddies, starring Bella Thorne, was released on iTunes.

2016: Writing "Autumn's Wish"

In 2016, Bella Thorne wrote "Autumn's Wish", the third book in her series of three young adult novels.

March 2017: Thorne Joins Assassination Nation Cast

In March 2017, Bella Thorne joined the cast of the black comedy film Assassination Nation.

March 23, 2018: Midnight Sun Film Release

On March 23, 2018, the romantic drama Midnight Sun, starring Bella Thorne and based on the 2006 Japanese film, was released.

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August 2018: Thorne announces Filthy Fangs label

In August 2018, Bella Thorne's record label, Filthy Fangs, revealed a partnership deal with Epic/Sony, marking the beginning of her work on her debut studio album What Do You See Now?.

September 21, 2018: Assassination Nation Released in Theaters

On September 21, 2018, Assassination Nation, starring Bella Thorne, was released in theaters.

July 2019: Publishing "The Life of a Wannabe Mogul: Mental Disarray Vol. 1"

In July 2019, Rare Bird Books published Bella Thorne's book of autobiographical poetry, "The Life of a Wannabe Mogul: Mental Disarray Vol. 1".

August 2019: Thorne's Directorial Debut on Pornhub Announced

In August 2019, Pornhub announced that Bella Thorne would make her directorial debut on its network with the film Her & Him.

November 2019: Thorne wins Pornhub Visionary Award

In November 2019, Bella Thorne won a Vision Award at the PornHub Awards for her film Her & Him and announced a partnership to improve the company's flagging algorithm.

June 12, 2020: Infamous Film Release

On June 12, 2020, the heist-thriller Infamous, starring Bella Thorne and Jake Manley, was released, receiving praise for Thorne's performance.

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August 2020: Thorne Joins OnlyFans

In August 2020, Bella Thorne joined OnlyFans and quickly became the first person to earn $1 million in the first 24 hours, leading to controversy over pay-per-view photos and platform restrictions.

November 2020: Starring in "Girl" and "Chick Fight"

In November 2020, Bella Thorne starred in the thriller film "Girl", which, despite mixed reviews, was considered by critics to be Thorne's best performance to date. During November 2020, she also starred in the action comedy film "Chick Fight".

2021: Starring in Multiple Projects

In 2021, Bella Thorne played Lily in season 1 of "Paradise City" on Amazon Prime Video. Thorne also starred in "Masquerade", "Time Is Up", "Habit", "Leave Not One Alive", and "The Trainer". Thorne also served as an executive producer on the film "Habit" in 2021.

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