History of Hilary Duff in Timeline
Hilary Duff is a multifaceted American entertainer, recognized as an actress, singer, author, and businesswoman. Her career has earned her several accolades, including a World Music Award, multiple Kids' Choice Awards, Teen Choice Awards, and Young Artist Awards. These awards highlight her success in both acting and music, cementing her status as a prominent figure in pop culture.
1993: Move to California
In 1993, Hilary Duff, along with her sister and mother, moved to California to pursue acting careers, marking a significant step in their pursuit of show business.
1997: True Women Miniseries
In 1997, Hilary Duff played a minor uncredited role in the Hallmark Entertainment western miniseries True Women.
1998: Casper Meets Wendy and Playing by Heart
In 1998, Hilary Duff landed her first major role as Wendy in Casper Meets Wendy and also appeared in Playing by Heart.
1999: The Soul Collector and Young Artist Award
In 1999, Hilary Duff appeared in the television film The Soul Collector and received a Young Artist Award for her role.
January 12, 2001: Lizzie McGuire Premiere and Success
On January 12, 2001, Lizzie McGuire premiered on the Disney Channel, becoming a major hit and establishing Hilary Duff as a teen idol. Merchandise based on the character generated significant revenue.
2001: Relationship with Aaron Carter
In 2001, Hilary Duff began a relationship with Aaron Carter. Their relationship garnered media attention due to a reported love triangle with Lindsay Lohan. This relationship lasted for three years with on and off phases, before they ultimately broke up.
2001: Lizzie McGuire Premiere
In 2001, Hilary Duff starred as the title character in the Disney Channel comedy series Lizzie McGuire, quickly rising to teen idol status.
October 2002: Santa Claus Lane Album Release
In October 2002, Hilary Duff released her debut Christmas-themed album, Santa Claus Lane, which achieved Gold certification. The album marked the start of her music career.
2002: Santa Claus Lane Release
In 2002, Hilary Duff released her debut studio album, Santa Claus Lane, a Christmas-themed album through Buena Vista Records.
2002: Cadet Kelly
In 2002, Hilary Duff starred in the Disney Channel movie Cadet Kelly, which became the network's most-watched program at the time.
2002: Rise of Fame with Lizzie McGuire
In 2002, following the launch of Lizzie McGuire, Hilary Duff experienced a significant amount of fame and media attention due to the show's success.
March 2003: Agent Cody Banks Film Release
In March 2003, Hilary Duff appeared in the children's action comedy film Agent Cody Banks alongside Frankie Muniz.
August 2003: Metamorphosis Album Release
In August 2003, Hilary Duff released her second studio album, Metamorphosis, which topped the Billboard 200 chart and became her highest-selling album, earning 3x Platinum certification.
December 2003: Cheaper by the Dozen Film Release and Metamorphosis Tour
In December 2003, Hilary Duff co-starred in the film Cheaper by the Dozen, her highest-grossing film to date, and continued promoting her Metamorphosis album with the Metamorphosis Tour, marking a busy period in her career.
2003: Revival of Hollywood Records
Hilary Duff was credited with the revival of Hollywood Records following the release of her album Metamorphosis in 2003.
2003: Metamorphosis Album Release
In 2003, Hilary Duff achieved greater success with her second album, Metamorphosis, which topped the Billboard 200 chart and was certified 4x Platinum.
2003: The Lizzie McGuire Movie and Other Film Roles
In 2003, Hilary Duff starred in The Lizzie McGuire Movie and appeared in Agent Cody Banks and Cheaper by the Dozen.
2003: Theme Song for MTV Reality Series
In 2003, Hilary Duff's song "Come Clean" was used as the theme song for the MTV reality series Laguna Beach, and "Sweet Sixteen" was used for the MTV reality series of the same name.
2003: Public Image Tied to Lizzie McGuire
In 2003, Richard Huff of the New York Daily News stated that Hilary Duff's public image was "tied" to Lizzie McGuire.
February 14, 2004: Lizzie McGuire Final Episode
On February 14, 2004, the final episode of Lizzie McGuire aired, concluding Hilary Duff's role in the series. Plans for a second film and television spin-off fell through due to salary disagreements.
March 2004: Distribution of "Stuff by Hilary Duff"
In March 2004, Hilary Duff's clothing line, "Stuff by Hilary Duff", began distribution through retailers like Target, Kmart, and Zellers.
July 2004: Dating Joel Madden
In July 2004, Hilary Duff, then 16, began dating Joel Madden, who was 25 years old at the time.
2004: End of Lizzie McGuire and Film Appearances
In 2004, Duff's contract for Lizzie McGuire concluded, and she appeared in films like A Cinderella Story.
2004: Hilary Duff Album Release
In 2004, Hilary Duff released her self-titled third studio album, achieving significant commercial success.
2004: A Cinderella Story, World Music Award, and Clothing Line Launch
In 2004, Hilary Duff starred in A Cinderella Story, won a World Music Award, released her self-titled album, and launched her clothing line, "Stuff by Hilary Duff", marking a significant year in her career.
2004: Most Wanted Tour Sold Out
In 2004, Hilary Duff's Most Wanted Tour, to promote her album Hilary Duff, sold out in minutes.
January 31, 2005: Enrolling at Harvard Extension School
On January 31, 2005, Hilary Duff began taking classes at Harvard University as part of the Harvard Extension School.
June 2005: Relationship announcement
In June 2005, Hilary Duff's mother, Susan, announced Duff's relationship with Joel Madden in an interview for Seventeen magazine.
2005: Cheaper by the Dozen 2
In 2005, Hilary Duff appeared in Cheaper by the Dozen 2, continuing her role in the family comedy series.
2005: Hurricane Katrina Relief
In 2005, Hilary Duff donated $250,000 and over 2.5 million meals to the victims of Hurricane Katrina in the southern US.
2005: Most Wanted Compilation Album
In 2005, Hilary Duff released the compilation album Most Wanted, enjoying significant commercial success.
2005: The Perfect Man and Most Wanted Album Release
In 2005, Hilary Duff starred in the film The Perfect Man and released her compilation album Most Wanted, which featured new and remixed songs and debuted at number one on the Billboard 200.
2005: Shift Towards Pop and Dance Sound
In 2005, Hilary Duff's "Most Wanted" compilation album began to show a shift towards a more pop and dance friendly sound.
2005: Analysis as Idol for Young Teens
In 2005, Katie Long from the Centre of Parent/Youth Understanding analyzed Hilary Duff and her suitability as an idol for young teens, noting she was relatable and not like Britney Spears or Christina Aguilera.
August 2006: New Orleans Elementary School Visit
In August 2006, Hilary Duff visited a New Orleans elementary school and worked with USA Harvest to distribute meals.
September 2006: Launch of "With Love... Hilary Duff" Perfume
In September 2006, Hilary Duff launched her first perfume, "With Love... Hilary Duff", distributed by Elizabeth Arden and initially sold exclusively at Macy's before expanding to Europe, Japan, and Canada. In 2006 it became one of the three best-selling fragrances launched in department stores.
November 2006: Breakup with Joel Madden
In November 2006, Hilary Duff and Joel Madden ended their relationship.
2007: Maxim Cover and Transformation
In 2007, Hilary Duff appeared on the cover of Maxim, signaling a transformation "from the queen of teen to breakout sex symbol."
2007: Dignity Album Release
In 2007, Hilary Duff continued her musical success with the release of her album Dignity.
2007: Dating Mike Comrie
In 2007, Hilary Duff started dating Canadian NHL player Mike Comrie.
2007: Dignity Release and Musical Style
In 2007, Hilary Duff's fourth studio album, Dignity, heavily influenced by Europop, hip hop, and rock 'n roll, was released with Duff co-writing all but one of the songs.
2007: End of "Stuff by Hilary Duff" Distribution
In 2007, the distribution of Hilary Duff's clothing line, "Stuff by Hilary Duff", came to an end.
October 2008: Think Before You Speak Campaign
In October 2008, Hilary Duff starred in a public service announcement for The Think Before You Speak Campaign by Ad Council and GLSEN, aimed at preventing youth from using anti-LGBT vocabulary.
2008: War, Inc.
In 2008, Hilary Duff broadened her acting roles by appearing in the independent film War, Inc.
2008: Placement on Sexiest Women Lists
In 2008, following her Maxim cover, Hilary Duff placed at #23 on Maxim's Hot 100 Women list and peaked at No. 8 on FHM's 100 Sexiest Women list.
July 2009: Youth Ambassador to Bogota
In July 2009, Hilary Duff was named as a youth ambassador to the children of Bogotá, Colombia. She spent five days in the country, distributing backpacks filled with food to children in need.
August 2009: Launch of Femme for DKNY Jeans Apparel Line
In August 2009, Hilary Duff collaborated with DKNY Jeans to co-design an apparel line called Femme for DKNY Jeans. Designed for women her age, the clothing line debuted in the United States and was available for a limited time.
2009: According to Greta
In 2009, Hilary Duff appeared in the independent film According to Greta, exploring more adult-themed roles.
February 2010: Engagement Announcement
In February 2010, Hilary Duff and Mike Comrie announced their engagement.
August 14, 2010: Marriage to Mike Comrie
On August 14, 2010, Hilary Duff and Mike Comrie got married in Santa Barbara, California.
October 2010: Publication of Elixir
In October 2010, Hilary Duff's young adult novel titled Elixir, co-written with Elise Allen and published by Simon & Schuster, was released and became a New York Times best-seller.
2010: Elixir Novel Release
In 2010, Hilary Duff co-authored her first novel, Elixir, which topped The New York Times Best Seller list, marking her entry into the literary world.
October 2011: Release of Devoted
In October 2011, Devoted, the sequel to Hilary Duff's book Elixir, was released.
2011: Pregnancy Announcement
In 2011, Hilary Duff announced her pregnancy with Mike Comrie.
2011: Devoted Novel Release
In 2011, Hilary Duff released Devoted, the sequel to her novel Elixir, continuing her career as an author.
2011: Bloodworth
In 2011, Hilary Duff took on a role in the independent film Bloodworth, continuing to expand her range as an actress.
January 2012: Return to Music
In January 2012, Hilary Duff confirmed that she had begun working on new music.
March 20, 2012: Birth of Son
On March 20, 2012, Hilary Duff gave birth to her son with Mike Comrie.
August 2012: Signing 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 didn't come to fruition.
2012: Johnson's Baby Cares Campaign
In 2012, Hilary Duff was involved in the Johnson's Baby Cares campaign, which included sending care kits and care cards to new mothers across the U.S. and raised funds for children and low-income families in partnership with Save the Children.
July 2013: Filming of Flock of Dudes Concluded
By July 2013, Hilary Duff had completed filming the independent film Flock of Dudes.
November 2013: Duracell Campaign for Kids in Hospitals
In November 2013, Hilary Duff teamed up with Duracell in Canada for a campaign donating 20,000 batteries to hospitals across Canada. She also visited The Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto to promote the campaign.
2013: True Novel Release
In 2013, Hilary Duff concluded her trilogy of novels with the release of True, furthering her presence as an author.
January 10, 2014: Separation Announcement
On January 10, 2014, Hilary Duff and Mike Comrie announced their amicable separation and intention to co-parent their son.
January 15, 2014: Cast in Younger Pilot
On January 15, 2014, Hilary Duff signed on to co-star in the comedy-drama pilot Younger, based on a Pamela Redmond Satran novel.
April 2014: Younger Picked Up for Series
In April 2014, it was announced that the pilot Younger, in which Hilary Duff co-starred, was picked up for a series with a 12-episode deal.
May 1, 2014: Attended the 2014 iHeartRadio Music Awards
On May 1, 2014, Hilary Duff attended the iHeartRadio Music Awards and confirmed that she was working with songwriter Savan Kotecha and English singer Ed Sheeran.
July 23, 2014: Signing with RCA Records
On July 23, 2014, it was revealed that Hilary Duff had signed with RCA Records.
July 29, 2014: Release of "Chasing the Sun"
On July 29, 2014, Hilary Duff released the single "Chasing the Sun" along with its music video, marking her first song to enter the Billboard Hot 100 since "Stranger" in 2007.
November 2014: Voice Work in Dora the Explorer Episode
In November 2014, Hilary Duff provided voice work for a Dora the Explorer special episode as Jessica the Ice Witch.
2014: Album Sales Milestone
By 2014, Hilary Duff had sold over fifteen million albums.
2014: Opposition to Paparazzi Photographing Children
In 2014, Hilary Duff expressed her anger on Twitter regarding paparazzi taking pictures of her son without consent, supporting a "No Kids Policy" to protect celebrities' children.
2014: Exploration of Folk-Influenced Indie Pop
In 2014, Hilary Duff's releases featured a more folk influenced, "earthy" indie pop sound, with the lead single "All About You" featuring a banjo and an acoustic sound.
February 2015: Filing for Divorce
In February 2015, Hilary Duff filed for divorce from Mike Comrie, citing irreconcilable differences and requesting primary physical and legal joint child custody of their son.
March 31, 2015: Premiere of Younger
On March 31, 2015, Younger, starring Hilary Duff, premiered on TV Land, receiving generally positive reviews from critics.
April 6, 2015: Release of "Sparks"
On April 6, 2015, Hilary Duff released the single "Sparks" from her fifth studio album Breathe In. Breathe Out..
June 12, 2015: Release of Breathe In. Breathe Out.
On June 12, 2015, Hilary Duff's fifth studio album, Breathe In. Breathe Out., was released.
August 2015: Dating Jason Walsh
In August 2015, Hilary Duff dated personal sports trainer Jason Walsh.
2015: Younger Debut
In 2015, Hilary Duff began starring as Kelsey Peters in the TV Land series Younger, marking a significant role in a long-running series.
2015: Media Observation
In 2015, Paper magazine observed that the media chose not to call Hilary Duff's relationship with Joel Madden illegal even though Duff was underage at the time.
2015: Breathe In. Breathe Out. Album Release
In 2015, after a hiatus from music, Hilary Duff signed with RCA Records and released her fifth album, Breathe In. Breathe Out.
January 2016: Release of "Little Lies" Cover
In January 2016, Hilary Duff's cover of Fleetwood Mac's "Little Lies" was released to coincide with the second season of Younger, which she starred in. This was her final release under RCA Records.
February 2016: Cancellation of Tour
In February 2016, Hilary Duff announced that she would not be touring in support of her album Breathe In. Breathe Out., despite having planned to do so in early 2016.
February 2016: Divorce Finalized
In February 2016, Hilary Duff's divorce from Mike Comrie was finalized.
June 2016: Announcement of New Album
In June 2016, Hilary Duff revealed that she was working on a new album with a darker and heavier tone compared to Breathe In. Breathe Out..
September 2016: Release of Flock of Dudes
The independent film Flock of Dudes, which Hilary Duff had finished filming in July 2013, was released in September 2016.
November 2016: End of relationship with Jason Walsh
In November 2016, Hilary Duff ended her relationship with Jason Walsh.
2016: People's Choice Awards Nomination
In 2016, Hilary Duff was nominated for Favorite Cable TV Actress at the People's Choice Awards for her role in Younger.
2016: Halloween Costume Controversy
In Halloween of 2016, Hilary Duff and Jason Walsh garnered media attention and faced criticism for their Pilgrim and Native American costumes, accused of cultural appropriation, leading to apologies on social media.
January 2017: Public Relationship with Matthew Koma
In January 2017, Hilary Duff and singer-songwriter Matthew Koma went public with their relationship.
October 2017: Rekindling Relationship with Matthew Koma
By October 2017, Hilary Duff's relationship with Matthew Koma had been rekindled after a brief break.
2017: Essay on Hurricane Harvey Damages
In 2017, Hilary Duff published an essay through Marie Claire about the damages that Hurricane Harvey left on her hometown.
2017: People's Choice Awards Nomination
In 2017, Hilary Duff received another nomination for Favorite Cable TV Actress at the People's Choice Awards for her performance in Younger.
January 2018: Launch of Eyewear Line with GlassesUSA and Filming of The Haunting of Sharon Tate
In January 2018, Hilary Duff returned to fashion design with a collaborative eyewear line with GlassesUSA called the "Muse x Hilary Duff" collection. Later that month, she announced she was filming the independent movie The Haunting of Sharon Tate.
May 2018: Public Condemnation of Neighbor
In May 2018, Hilary Duff publicly condemned her New York apartment neighbor on Instagram, alleging excessive smoking and disruptive behavior. Police confirmed an altercation, and other neighbors corroborated Duff's claims.
September 2018: Voice Role in Meet Your Tooth Fairy
In September 2018, it was confirmed that Hilary Duff would voice the lead character in the animated film Meet Your Tooth Fairy.
October 2018: Birth of Daughter
In October 2018, Hilary Duff and Matthew Koma's first daughter was born.
2018: Hanalei Floods Relief Efforts
In 2018, Hilary Duff raised relief efforts for the 2018 Hanalei floods via sales of her "Muse x Hilary Duff Collection".
January 2019: Investment in Nudestix
In January 2019, Hilary Duff, along with comedian Chelsea Handler, invested in the cosmetics line Nudestix.
April 2019: Release of The Haunting of Sharon Tate and Worst Actress Award
In April 2019, The Haunting of Sharon Tate was released. At the 2019 Hollywood Reel Independent Film Festival, Hilary Duff won the Best Actress award for her portrayal of Sharon Tate. However, the film was panned and Duff was awarded the Worst Actress award at the 40th Golden Raspberry Awards.
May 2019: Engagement to Matthew Koma
In May 2019, Hilary Duff and Matthew Koma became engaged.
August 2019: Lizzie McGuire Revival Announcement
In August 2019, at the D23 Expo, Hilary Duff announced she would reprise her role in a revival of "Lizzie McGuire" on Disney+.
September 2019: Launch of "Daydreamer" make-up kit
In September 2019, as a result of her investment, Hilary Duff launched her own make-up kit named "Daydreamer".
November 2019: Co-ownership of Naturalena Brands
In November 2019, Hilary Duff was announced as the new co-owner and chief brand officer of Naturalena Brands' line of products, including Happy Little Camper and Veeda.
December 21, 2019: Marriage to Matthew Koma
On December 21, 2019, Hilary Duff and Matthew Koma were married.
2019: The Haunting of Sharon Tate
In 2019, Hilary Duff starred in the independent film The Haunting of Sharon Tate, further diversifying her acting portfolio.
January 9, 2020: Terri Minsky departs as showrunner
On January 9, 2020, Terri Minsky departed as showrunner of the Lizzie McGuire revival due to creative differences, halting production after filming two episodes.
February 2020: Confrontation with photographer
In February 2020, Hilary Duff confronted a photographer taking pictures of her children at her son's football game. She requested the photographer to stop, but the police dismissed her complaint as the incident occurred in a public park. Duff voiced her dissatisfaction and advocated for a change in the law.
February 2020: Release of "Never Let You Go" cover
In February 2020, music producer RAC released the single "Never Let You Go", a cover of the hit from Third Eye Blind, featuring Hilary Duff and Matthew Koma on vocals.
May 2020: Potential Younger Spinoff Series
In May 2020, it was reported that Hilary Duff would star in a spinoff series of Younger, reprising her role as Kelsey Peters, with Darren Star attached to the project.
August 2020: Affirmation of optimism about Lizzie McGuire Revival
In August 2020, Duff expressed optimism about the Lizzie McGuire revival, stating she would continue filming after Younger's final season.
October 2020: "Veeda in Action" Donation Campaign Launch
In October 2020, Hilary Duff launched the "Veeda in Action" donation campaign through her feminine care line, "Veeda," partnering with PERIOD to donate period products to those in need.
November 2020: Instagram video views
As of November 2020, the Instagram video of Hilary Duff confronting a photographer taking photos of her kids, had been viewed over 2 million times.
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 not meeting expectations.
February 23, 2021: Romper Collection with Smash + Tess
On February 23, 2021, Hilary Duff launched a collection of rompers for mothers and children in collaboration with Smash + Tess, which reportedly sold out quickly.
March 2021: Birth of Daughter
In March 2021, Hilary Duff and Matthew Koma's second daughter was born.
March 2021: Release of "My Little Brave Girl"
In March 2021, Hilary Duff released her children's picture book, "My Little Brave Girl", published by Random House Children's and inspired by her daughter Banks.
April 2021: Starring in How I Met Your Father
In April 2021, Hilary Duff announced that she would star in and produce a spinoff of How I Met Your Mother titled How I Met Your Father on Hulu.
June 10, 2021: Younger Spinoff Series Cancelled
On June 10, 2021, it was announced that the Younger spinoff series, starring Hilary Duff, was no longer in the works.
July 2021: Younger soundtrack release
The Younger soundtrack album was digitally released in July 2021, including Hilary Duff's cover of Dolly Parton's "9 to 5" and her 2016 cover of Fleetwood Mac's "Little Lies".
August 2021: Filming of How I Met Your Father
In August 2021, filming began for How I Met Your Father in Los Angeles, but was paused due to Hilary Duff contracting COVID-19 three days into the shoot.
2021: Younger Finale
In 2021, Hilary Duff concluded her role as Kelsey Peters in the final season of the TV Land series Younger.
January 18, 2022: How I Met Your Father Premiere
How I Met Your Father, starring Hilary Duff, premiered on January 18, 2022, and received mixed reception.
February 15, 2022: How I Met Your Father renewed for a second season
On February 15, 2022, Hulu renewed How I Met Your Father for a 20-episode second season.
April 2022: Settlement with Naturalena Brands
Hilary Duff and Naturalena Brands reached a settlement in April 2022 following a lawsuit where Duff alleged that the company used the COVID-19 pandemic as a reason to end their agreement.
May 18, 2022: Chief Mom Officer of Carter's
On May 18, 2022, Hilary Duff became the first-ever Chief Mom Officer of Carter's, designing a clothing capsule collection for children.
2022: How I Met Your Father Premiere
In 2022, Hilary Duff starred in and produced the Hulu sitcom How I Met Your Father, taking on the role of Sophie Tompkins.
September 2023: How I Met Your Father Cancellation
In September 2023, Hulu cancelled How I Met Your Father after two seasons.
November 2023: Chief Brand Director of Below 60°
In November 2023, Hilary Duff unveiled her new business venture as the Chief Brand Director of Below 60°, a line of home fragrance products.
November 2023: Release of "My Little Sweet Boy"
In November 2023, Hilary Duff's second children’s picture book, titled "My Little Sweet Boy", was released.
2023: How I Met Your Father Conclusion
In 2023, Hilary Duff concluded her role as Sophie Tompkins in the Hulu sitcom How I Met Your Father.
May 2024: Birth of Daughter
In May 2024, Hilary Duff and Matthew Koma welcomed their third daughter.
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