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Dove Cameron

Dove Cameron is an American singer and actress known for her roles in Disney Channel's 'Liv and Maddie' (where she won a Daytime Emmy) and the 'Descendants' film franchise. She gained significant recognition for portraying dual roles in 'Liv and Maddie' and for her leading role in the 'Descendants' movies. Her work in these productions propelled her into the spotlight.

January 15, 1996: Dove Cameron's Birth

On January 15, 1996, Dove Cameron, originally named Chloe Celeste Hosterman, was born.

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2007: Portrayal of Young Cosette

In 2007, Dove Cameron portrayed the role of Young Cosette in Les Misérables at Bainbridge Performing Arts (BPA).

2008: Lead Role in The Secret Garden

In 2008, Dove Cameron played the lead role of Mary in The Secret Garden with Bainbridge Performing Arts (BPA).

2011: Death of Dove's Father

In 2011, Dove Cameron's father passed away when she was 15 years old, and she subsequently changed her legal name to Dove in his honor.

2012: Casting in Bits and Pieces

In 2012, Dove Cameron was cast in a Disney Channel comedy series, Bits and Pieces, as Alanna, which was later retooled into Liv and Maddie.

July 19, 2013: Preview of Liv and Maddie

On July 19, 2013, the preview of the Disney Channel series Liv and Maddie, starring Dove Cameron, debuted.

August 27, 2013: Release of "On Top of the World" Cover

On August 27, 2013, Dove Cameron released a cover of "On Top of the World" by Imagine Dragons as a promotional single.

September 15, 2013: Premiere of Liv and Maddie

On September 15, 2013, Liv and Maddie premiered on the Disney Channel, gaining 5.8 million viewers.

October 15, 2013: Release of "Better in Stereo"

On October 15, 2013, Dove Cameron released "Better in Stereo" as a single, which later reached No. 1 on the Billboard Kid Digital Songs chart.

2013: Rise to Fame with Liv and Maddie

In 2013, Dove Cameron rose to fame for her dual role in the Disney Channel's comedy series Liv and Maddie.

January 17, 2014: Premiere of Cloud 9

On January 17, 2014, Dove Cameron starred in the television film Cloud 9, which premiered on this day.

February 2014: Recording of Debut Album

In February 2014, Dove Cameron confirmed that she had begun recording her debut studio album.

June 3, 2014: Release of "Count Me In"

On June 3, 2014, Dove Cameron released her single, "Count Me In", which peaked at number one on the Billboard Kids Digital Songs chart.

2014: Renewal of Liv and Maddie for Second Season

In 2014, Liv and Maddie was renewed for a second season on Disney Channel.

July 31, 2015: Premiere of Descendants

On July 31, 2015, Dove Cameron starred in Descendants, which premiered and was viewed by 6.6 million people, launching her Billboard Hot 100 songs.

October 2, 2015: Release of "Written in the Stars"

On October 2, 2015, Dove Cameron and Ryan McCartan's band, The Girl and the Dreamcatcher, released their first single, "Written in the Stars".

December 22, 2015: Renewal of Liv and Maddie for Fourth Season

On December 22, 2015, Liv and Maddie was renewed for a fourth season, making it the ninth live-action Disney Channel series to achieve this.

2015: Leading Role in Descendants

In 2015, Dove Cameron began her leading role in the Descendants film franchise on the Disney Channel.

2015: Soundtrack Albums for Liv and Maddie and Descendants

In 2015, Dove Cameron lent her vocals to the soundtrack albums for Liv and Maddie and Descendants.

2015: Role in Barely Lethal

In 2015, Dove Cameron played Liz Larson in her first non-Disney film, Barely Lethal.

2015: Starring in Barely Lethal and Monsterville: Cabinet of Souls

In 2015, Dove Cameron starred in the feature films Barely Lethal and Monsterville: Cabinet of Souls.

January 29, 2016: Release of "Glowing in the Dark"

On January 29, 2016, The Girl and the Dreamcatcher released their second single, "Glowing in the Dark".

March 18, 2016: Release of "Genie in a Bottle" Cover

On March 18, 2016, as part of the Descendants franchise, Dove Cameron released a cover of Christina Aguilera's song "Genie in a Bottle" on Disney Channel.

April 8, 2016: Release of "Someone You Like"

On April 8, 2016, The Girl and the Dreamcatcher released their third single, "Someone You Like".

April 14, 2016: Engagement to Ryan McCartan

On April 14, 2016, Dove Cameron and Ryan McCartan announced their engagement.

June 17, 2016: Release of "Make You Stay"

On June 17, 2016, The Girl and the Dreamcatcher released their fourth single, "Make You Stay".

July 29, 2016: Release of Negatives EP

On July 29, 2016, The Girl and the Dreamcatcher released their first EP, Negatives, featuring their singles "Make You Stay" and "Glowing in the Dark" and four new songs.

October 2016: End of Engagement to Ryan McCartan

In October 2016, Dove Cameron's relationship with Ryan McCartan ended.

October 2016: Disbandment of The Girl and the Dreamcatcher

In October 2016, The Girl and the Dreamcatcher disbanded due to Dove Cameron's and Ryan McCartan's breakup.

December 7, 2016: Role in Hairspray Live!

On December 7, 2016, Dove Cameron played Amber Von Tussle in the NBC live television presentation of Hairspray Live!, receiving praise for her performance.

2016: Starring in Hairspray Live!

In 2016, Dove Cameron starred in the NBC live television musical Hairspray Live!.

March 24, 2017: Series Finale of Liv and Maddie

On March 24, 2017, the series finale of Liv and Maddie aired.

July 21, 2017: Premiere of Descendants 2

On July 21, 2017, Dove Cameron reprised her role as Mal in Descendants 2, which premiered on this day.

August 21, 2017: Casting in Dumplin'

On August 21, 2017, Dove Cameron was cast in the Netflix film Dumplin', playing the role of Bekah Colter.

November 2017: Recurring Role in Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.

In November 2017, Dove Cameron signed on for a recurring role in the fifth season of Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. as Ruby Hale.

December 2017: Casting in Marvel Rising

In December 2017, Dove Cameron was cast as the voice of Gwen Stacy / Ghost-Spider in the animated Marvel project, Marvel Rising.

2017: Liv and Maddie Concludes

In 2017, Dove Cameron concluded her role in the Disney Channel series Liv and Maddie after four years.

March 21, 2018: Signing with Disruptor Records

On March 21, 2018, Dove Cameron announced that she had signed with Columbia's Disruptor Records label.

August 13, 2018: Release of Marvel Rising: Initiation

On August 13, 2018, Marvel Rising: Initiation, a series of six shorts featuring Dove Cameron's character, was released on Disney XD.

October 8, 2018: Role in Clueless Stage Adaptation

On October 8, 2018, it was announced that Dove Cameron would play the role of Cher Horowitz in the stage adaptation of the 1995 film Clueless.

2018: Starring in Dumplin'

In 2018, Dove Cameron starred in the feature film Dumplin'.

September 2019: Release of Covers on YouTube

In September 2019, Dove Cameron released two covers on her YouTube channel: "Slow Burn" and "Hymn for the Weekend".

September 27, 2019: Release of Debut Double Singles

On September 27, 2019, Dove Cameron released her debut double singles, Bloodshot and Waste.

November 1, 2019: Release of "So Good"

On November 1, 2019, Dove Cameron released her followup single, "So Good".

2019: Descendants Soundtrack Albums

In 2015-2019, Dove Cameron lent her vocals to Descendants soundtrack albums.

2019: Role in Marvel Rising: Chasing Ghosts

In 2019, Dove Cameron reprised her role in Marvel Rising: Chasing Ghosts.

July 24, 2020: Release of "We Belong"

On July 24, 2020, Dove Cameron released her next single, "We Belong".

April 2, 2021: Release of "LazyBaby"

On April 2, 2021, Dove Cameron released "LazyBaby".

May 2021: Cameron Identifies as Queer

In May 2021, Dove Cameron said that she feels queer is the most accurate way to describe her sexuality.

July 16, 2021: Premiere of Schmigadoon!

On July 16, 2021, Dove Cameron joined the main cast of the Apple TV+ musical series Schmigadoon!, which premiered on this day.

2021: End of Descendants Film Franchise

In 2021, Dove Cameron concluded her leading role in the Descendants film franchise.

February 11, 2022: Release of "Boyfriend"

On February 11, 2022, Dove Cameron released the single "Boyfriend", which went viral on TikTok and entered the Billboard Hot 100.

February 17, 2022: Premiere of Big Nate

On February 17, 2022, Dove Cameron voiced Ellen Wright in the Paramount+ Nicktoon Big Nate, which premiered on this day.

May 2022: Speaks About Mental Health Struggles

In May 2022, Dove Cameron spoke about her struggles with depression and dysphoria in an Instagram post.

August 28, 2022: MTV Video Music Awards

On August 28, 2022, at the MTV Video Music Awards, Dove Cameron won the award for Best New Artist and performed at the pre-show.

2022: Starring in Good Mourning and Vengeance

In 2022, Dove Cameron starred in the feature films Good Mourning and Vengeance.

2022: Release of Stand-Alone Singles

Throughout the end of 2022, Dove Cameron released stand-alone singles including "Bad Idea", and "Girl Like Me".

November 2023: Relationship with Damiano David

In November 2023, Vanity Fair Italy reported that Dove Cameron was dating Italian singer Damiano David.

December 1, 2023: Release of Alchemical: Volume 1

On December 1, 2023, Dove Cameron's debut studio album, Alchemical: Volume 1, was released.

2023: Collaborations

In 2023, Dove Cameron released a string of collaborations including: "We Go Down Together" with Khalid, "Use Me (Brutal Hearts)" with Diplo and Sturgill Simpson, and "Other Boys" with Marshmello.

2023: Release of Debut Studio Album

In 2023, Dove Cameron released her debut studio album, Alchemical: Volume 1, preceded by the successful single "Boyfriend".

2023: Cancellation of Powerpuff Role

In 2023, Dove Cameron's role as Bubbles in the planned CW series Powerpuff was cancelled.