Challenges in the Life of Hilary Duff in a Detailed Timeline
Life is full of challenges, and Hilary Duff faced many. Discover key struggles and how they were overcome.
Hilary Duff is an American actress, singer, author, and businesswoman recognized with numerous awards, including Kids' Choice Awards and Teen Choice Awards. She has also received nominations for People's Choice Awards and Young Artist Awards, reflecting her impact and recognition in the entertainment industry.
September 2006: With Love... Hilary Duff Perfume Release and Stalking Incident
In September 2006, Hilary Duff released her first perfume, "With Love... Hilary Duff," and was stalked, leading to restraining orders.
December 2008: Announced New Album
In December 2008, Hilary Duff announced to MTV that she would begin writing another album, but it was never developed. That same year, Duff ceased to have control over Stuff by Hilary Duff, thus the line was discontinued.
August 2012: Signed Deal with 20th Century Fox
In August 2012, Hilary Duff signed a deal with 20th Century Fox to develop and produce a sitcom in which she would star, but the plan ultimately failed to develop.
February 2016: Canceled Tour
In February 2016, Hilary Duff announced that she would not be touring in support of her album.
May 2018: Public Condemnation of Neighbor
In May 2018, Hilary Duff publicly condemned her New York apartment neighbor on Instagram for smoking and creating a hazardous living environment. Police confirmed an altercation had occurred between the neighbor and Duff's then-boyfriend Matthew Koma. Other neighbors corroborated her allegations.
January 9, 2020: Creative Differences Halt Lizzie McGuire Revival
On January 9, 2020, it was reported that Terri Minsky departed as showrunner of the Lizzie McGuire revival due to "creative differences", and the production of the series was halted.
December 16, 2020: Lizzie McGuire Revival Scrapped
On December 16, 2020, Hilary Duff confirmed that the Lizzie McGuire revival was scrapped by Disney+ due to creative differences.
June 10, 2021: Younger Spin-off Not Happening
On June 10, 2021, it was announced that the Younger spin-off was no longer in the works.
August 2021: Filming of Spinoff Series Begins and Duff Contracts COVID-19
In August 2021, filming for the How I Met Your Mother spinoff began in Los Angeles. Three days into filming, Duff contracted COVID-19, pausing the show's shoot.
April 2022: Settlement Reached in Naturalena Brands Lawsuit
In April 2022, Hilary Duff and Naturalena Brands reached a settlement in a lawsuit, where Duff alleged the company used the COVID-19 pandemic as a reason to end their agreement.
September 2023: How I Met Your Father Cancelled
In September 2023, Hulu cancelled the series after two seasons.
