History of Lindsay Lohan in Timeline
Lindsay Dee Lohan is an American actress, singer-songwriter, producer, and entrepreneur. Born in New York City and raised on Long Island, she began her career as a child model with Ford Models at age three. She gained early acting experience on the soap opera Another World at age 10. Lohan's breakthrough role came in the 1998 Disney film The Parent Trap, leading to further Disney projects like Life-Size (2000), Get a Clue (2002), Freaky Friday (2003), and Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen (2004). Her role in the 2004 teen comedy Mean Girls cemented her status as a teen idol and a leading actress in Hollywood.
June 1, 1926: Marilyn Monroe's Birthdate
Lindsay Lohan's clothing line, 6126, launched in 2008, is named after Marilyn Monroe's birthdate, June 1, 1926.
1961: Original 'The Parent Trap' Film
The original 'The Parent Trap' film, which Lindsay Lohan's 1998 version was a remake of, was released in 1961. This context adds historical significance to Lohan's role.
1985: Marriage of Lindsay Lohan's Parents
In 1985, Lindsay Lohan's parents, Dina and Michael Lohan, got married. This was a significant event in her family background.
July 2, 1986: Birth of Lindsay Lohan
Lindsay Dee Lohan was born on July 2, 1986, in New York City. This marks the beginning of her life, which would later see her becoming a prominent actress, singer-songwriter, producer, and entrepreneur.
1998: Role in 'The Parent Trap'
In 1998, Lindsay Lohan starred in Disney's 'The Parent Trap,' playing dual roles of twins who reunite their divorced parents. This role earned her critical acclaim and a Young Artist Award.
1998: Role in 'The Parent Trap'
In 1998, Lindsay Lohan starred in Disney's 'The Parent Trap,' playing dual roles of twins who reunite their divorced parents. This role earned her critical acclaim and a Young Artist Award.
1998: Breakthrough Role in 'The Parent Trap'
In 1998, Lindsay Lohan starred in the Walt Disney Pictures film 'The Parent Trap,' which became her breakthrough role. The film's success led to further opportunities for her in the film industry.
1998: Film debut in 'The Parent Trap'
In 1998, Lindsay Lohan, at age 11, made her film debut in Disney's successful remake of 'The Parent Trap'.
2000: Role in 'Life-Size'
In 2000, Lindsay Lohan starred in the Disney television film 'Life-Size' alongside Tyra Banks. This role further solidified her presence in the entertainment industry.
2000: Role in 'Life-Size'
In 2000, Lindsay Lohan starred in the Disney television film 'Life-Size' alongside Tyra Banks. This role further solidified her presence in the entertainment industry.
September 2002: Five-Album Production Deal
In September 2002, Lindsay Lohan signed a five-album production deal with Emilio Estefan and Gloria Estefan. This marked the beginning of her music career.
2002: Role in 'Get a Clue'
In 2002, Lindsay Lohan starred in the Disney television film 'Get a Clue,' adding to her growing list of acting credits during her early career.
2003: Highest-grossing film 'Freaky Friday'
In 2003, Lindsay Lohan starred in 'Freaky Friday', which remains her highest-grossing film.
2003: Starring Role in 'Freaky Friday'
In 2003, Lindsay Lohan starred in the Disney family comedy 'Freaky Friday,' a remake where she played a mother and daughter who switch bodies. Her performance received significant praise and further established her as a leading actress.
2003: Starring Role in 'Freaky Friday'
In 2003, Lindsay Lohan starred in the Disney family comedy 'Freaky Friday,' a remake where she played a mother and daughter who switch bodies. Her performance received significant praise and further established her as a leading actress.
December 7, 2004: Release of Debut Album 'Speak'
On December 7, 2004, Lindsay Lohan's debut album, 'Speak', was released in the United States. It sold 1 million units in the U.S. and peaked at number four on the Billboard 200. Despite its commercial success, the album received mostly negative reviews.
2004: Award for Breakthrough Performance
In 2004, Lindsay Lohan won the award for Breakthrough Performance at the MTV Movie Awards for her role in 'Freaky Friday.' This was a significant recognition of her talent.
2004: Youngest Host of MTV Movie Awards
In 2004, at age 17, Lindsay Lohan became the youngest host of the MTV Movie Awards. This event highlighted her rising fame and influence in the entertainment industry.
2004: Release of Album 'Speak'
In 2004, Lindsay Lohan released her debut studio album 'Speak' under Casablanca Records, which was certified platinum. This marked her foray into the music industry.
2004: Lead Role in 'Mean Girls'
In 2004, Lindsay Lohan starred in the teen comedy 'Mean Girls,' which was both a critical and commercial success. The film affirmed her status as a teen idol and a leading Hollywood actress.
2004: Lead Role in 'Mean Girls'
In 2004, Lindsay Lohan starred in the teen comedy 'Mean Girls,' which was both a critical and commercial success. The film affirmed her status as a teen idol and a leading Hollywood actress.
2004: 'Mean Girls' becomes a cult classic
In 2004, Lindsay Lohan starred in 'Mean Girls', which became both a critical and commercial success and later a cult classic.
2004: Relationship with Wilmer Valderrama
In 2004, Lindsay Lohan had a high-profile relationship with actor Wilmer Valderrama.
December 2005: Release of Second Album 'A Little More Personal (Raw)'
In December 2005, Lindsay Lohan released her second album, 'A Little More Personal (Raw)'. It peaked at number 20 on the Billboard 200 and was eventually certified Gold. The album received mixed reviews, and Lohan directed the music video for its single, 'Confessions of a Broken Heart (Daughter to Father)'.
2005: Awards for 'Mean Girls'
In 2005, Lindsay Lohan received two awards at the MTV Movie Awards for her role in 'Mean Girls.' This further highlighted her success as an actress.
2005: Release of 'A Little More Personal (Raw)'
In 2005, Lindsay Lohan released her second studio album 'A Little More Personal (Raw),' which was certified gold. She also starred in the comedy film 'Herbie: Fully Loaded.'
2005: Role in 'Herbie: Fully Loaded' and My Scene Doll Release
In 2005, Lindsay Lohan starred in 'Herbie: Fully Loaded', earning $144 million worldwide. That same year, she became the first person to have a My Scene celebrity doll released by Mattel and voiced herself in 'My Scene Goes Hollywood: The Movie'.
2005: Parents' Separation
In 2005, Lindsay Lohan's parents separated, which was a notable event in her personal life.
2005: MTV Video Music Award Nomination for 'Rumors'
In 2005, the music video for Lindsay Lohan's song 'Rumors' was nominated for Best Pop Video at the MTV Video Music Awards. The song received heavy airplay on MTV's Total Request Live.
May 2006: Release of 'Just My Luck'
In May 2006, Lindsay Lohan's film 'Just My Luck' was released, earning her over $7 million. The film's poor reviews earned Lohan her first Golden Raspberry nomination for Worst Actress.
June 2006: Role in 'A Prairie Home Companion'
In June 2006, Lindsay Lohan co-starred in 'A Prairie Home Companion' with Meryl Streep and Lily Tomlin. Her performance received praise, with Peter Travers of Rolling Stone noting her standout rendition of 'Frankie and Johnny'.
November 2006: Release of 'Bobby'
In November 2006, Lindsay Lohan appeared in the film 'Bobby', about the hours leading up to the Robert F. Kennedy assassination. Her performance, especially in a scene with Sharon Stone, drew favorable reviews.
2006: Host of 'Saturday Night Live'
Between 2004 and 2006, Lindsay Lohan hosted 'Saturday Night Live' three times, showcasing her versatility and popularity in the entertainment industry.
2006: Relationship with Harry Morton
In 2006, Lindsay Lohan was in a high-profile relationship with Hard Rock Cafe heir Harry Morton.
2006: Roles in Independent Films
In 2006, Lindsay Lohan took on roles in independent films such as 'A Prairie Home Companion' and 'Bobby.' However, her reported behavior during the filming of 'Georgia Rule' marked the start of her personal struggles.
2006: On-Set Issues and Hospitalization
During the filming of 'Georgia Rule' in 2006, Lindsay Lohan was hospitalized for overheating and dehydration. Her representative cited exhaustion, but a studio executive publicly criticized her for being irresponsible and unprofessional.
January 2007: Appendix Surgery and Rehab
In January 2007, Lindsay Lohan underwent appendix surgery, causing a production delay for 'I Know Who Killed Me'. Despite being in rehab, she continued shooting the film, returning to the facility at night.
April 2007: Replacement in 'The Edge of Love'
In April 2007, Lindsay Lohan was replaced in the film 'The Edge of Love' due to insurance reasons, with Lohan later admitting she was going through a tough period.
May 2007: Release of 'Georgia Rule'
In May 2007, Lindsay Lohan starred in 'Georgia Rule', playing a troubled teenager. Her performance received some praise, but her on-set behavior led to public criticism from a studio executive.
July 2007: Release of 'I Know Who Killed Me'
In July 2007, Lindsay Lohan's film 'I Know Who Killed Me' premiered to poor reviews and an abysmal box office performance. The film earned her dual Golden Raspberry awards for Worst Actress.
2007: Role in 'Chapter 27' and Personal Struggles
In 2007, Lindsay Lohan continued her career with a role in 'Chapter 27.' However, this period was marked by personal struggles, including frequent legal issues and stints in rehabilitation facilities.
2007: Parents' divorce finalized
In 2007, Lindsay Lohan spoke about her turbulent childhood as her parents finalized their divorce.
2007: Parents' Divorce Finalized
In 2007, Lindsay Lohan's parents finalized their divorce, marking the end of their marriage and impacting her personal life.
March 2008: Release of 'Chapter 27'
In March 2008, Lindsay Lohan appeared in 'Chapter 27', a film about the day John Lennon was murdered. Initially finished in early 2006, its release was delayed due to distribution issues.
May 2008: Release of Single 'Bossy' and Appearance on 'Ugly Betty'
In May 2008, Lindsay Lohan released her single 'Bossy', which reached number one on the US Billboard Hot Dance Club Play chart. She also made her first screen appearance since 'I Know Who Killed Me' on ABC's 'Ugly Betty', guest-starring in four episodes.
2008: Launch of 6126 clothing line
In 2008, Lindsay Lohan launched her clothing line, 6126, starting with leggings before expanding to a full collection.
2008: Relationship with Samantha Ronson
In 2008, Lindsay Lohan had a high-profile relationship with DJ Samantha Ronson.
2008: Face of multiple fashion campaigns
In 2008, Lindsay Lohan became the face of Jill Stuart, Miu Miu, and the Visa Swap British fashion campaign. She also recreated Marilyn Monroe's final photo shoot for New York magazine.
January 2009: Guest judge on Project Runway
In January 2009, Lindsay Lohan appeared as a guest judge on the TV show 'Project Runway'.
July 2009: TV Movie 'Labor Pains' Premiere
In July 2009, Lindsay Lohan's comedy 'Labor Pains' premiered on ABC Family. Initially planned for theatrical release, the film aired as a TV movie, drawing 2.1 million viewers but was seen as a setback in her career.
August 2009: Guest Judge on 'Project Runway'
In August 2009, Lindsay Lohan appeared as a guest judge on the sixth-season premiere episode of 'Project Runway', marking another notable TV appearance.
September 2009: Artistic adviser for Emanuel Ungaro
In September 2009, Lindsay Lohan became the artistic adviser for the French fashion house Emanuel Ungaro.
December 2009: Filming of Lindsay Lohan's Indian Journey
In December 2009, Lindsay Lohan filmed the British television documentary Lindsay Lohan's Indian Journey, which focused on human trafficking in India. Lohan hoped her presence would bring awareness to the issues highlighted in the film.
2009: Fornarina campaign
In 2009, Lindsay Lohan was the face of the Italian clothing company Fornarina for its Spring–Summer campaign.
March 2010: Departure from Emanuel Ungaro
In March 2010, Lindsay Lohan left her position as artistic adviser at Emanuel Ungaro after a collection received a 'disastrous' reception.
April 2010: Expansion of clothing line
By April 2010, Lindsay Lohan's clothing line 6126 expanded to a full collection, covering 280 pieces.
April 2010: Release of Lindsay Lohan's Indian Journey and Departure from The Other Side
In April 2010, the documentary Lindsay Lohan's Indian Journey aired on BBC Three. The same month, Lohan was let go from the film The Other Side, with the director citing her as 'not bankable.'
June 2010: Fashion Shoot for Double Exposure
In June 2010, Lindsay Lohan was featured in a fashion shoot for the photographer docu-series Double Exposure on Bravo.
September 2010: Release of Machete
In September 2010, Robert Rodriguez's film Machete premiered, featuring Lindsay Lohan in a controversial role. Reviews for her performance were mixed.
October 2010: Vanity Fair Cover
Lindsay Lohan appeared on the cover of Vanity Fair in October 2010, expressing her desire to regain her career and asserting her acting talent.
February 2012: Playboy magazine shoot
Lindsay Lohan appeared in the January–February 2012 issue of Playboy magazine in a shoot inspired by Marilyn Monroe. The issue broke sales records.
March 2012: Hosting Saturday Night Live
In March 2012, Lindsay Lohan hosted Saturday Night Live for the fourth time. Her performance received mixed reviews, but the episode garnered high ratings.
May 2012: Guest Appearance on Glee
In May 2012, Lindsay Lohan made a brief appearance as a celebrity judge on the television series Glee in the episode 'Nationals.'
June 2012: Debut of First Point
In June 2012, Lindsay Lohan starred as a surfer in the art film First Point, which debuted at Art Basel. The film's score was composed by Thomas Bangalter of Daft Punk.
November 2012: Premiere of Liz & Dick
In November 2012, Lindsay Lohan starred as Elizabeth Taylor in the Lifetime biographical film Liz & Dick. The film received largely negative reviews, and Lohan experienced health issues during production.
2012: Return to Acting in 'Liz & Dick'
In 2012, Lindsay Lohan attempted a return to acting with the television film 'Liz & Dick,' portraying Elizabeth Taylor. This was part of her effort to revive her career after several personal challenges.
April 2013: Release of Scary Movie 5 and Guest Star on Anger Management
In April 2013, Lindsay Lohan appeared in the horror comedy Scary Movie 5 alongside Charlie Sheen. She also guest-starred as herself in an episode of Sheen's comedy series Anger Management.
August 2013: Release of The Canyons and Hosting Chelsea Lately
In August 2013, the independent film The Canyons, starring Lindsay Lohan, was released. Lohan also hosted an episode of the talk show Chelsea Lately the same month, receiving positive reviews.
December 2013: Introduction of Miley Cyrus at Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve
In December 2013, Lindsay Lohan introduced Miley Cyrus before her set at Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve.
2013: Probation-free after eight years
In 2013, Lindsay Lohan became probation-free for the first time in over eight years, following a series of legal problems and arrests.
2013: Docu-series 'Lindsay'
In 2013, Lindsay Lohan filmed the docu-series 'Lindsay' under the guidance of Oprah Winfrey. The series, released in 2014, depicted her attempt to return to work and overcome personal issues.
2013: Role in 'The Canyons'
In 2013, Lindsay Lohan starred in the independent film 'The Canyons,' continuing her efforts to return to acting after a period of personal and professional difficulties.
2013: Release of Inappropriate Comedy
In 2013, the film Inappropriate Comedy, which Lindsay Lohan had filmed a sketch for in 2010, was finally released but received poor reviews and box office performance.
April 2014: Guest Star on 2 Broke Girls
In April 2014, Lindsay Lohan guest-starred in an episode of the CBS sitcom 2 Broke Girls.
October 2014: Stage Debut in Speed-the-Plow
In October 2014, Lindsay Lohan made her stage debut in the London West End production of Speed-the-Plow, portraying the character Karen. Her performance received mixed reviews.
2014: Release of video game app
In 2014, the free-to-play video game app 'Lindsay Lohan's The Price of Fame' was released for iOS and Android operating systems.
2014: Stage Debut in 'Speed-the-Plow'
In 2014, Lindsay Lohan made her stage debut in the London West End production of 'Speed-the-Plow,' showcasing her versatility as an actress.
2014: Relocation to Dubai
In 2014, Lindsay Lohan relocated to Dubai, where she has resided since.
2015: Commercial Success of 'Freaky Friday'
As of 2015, 'Freaky Friday' remained Lindsay Lohan's most commercially successful film, earning $160 million worldwide and an 87 percent approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
2015: Announcement of Collaboration with Duran Duran
In 2015, English band Duran Duran announced that Lindsay Lohan would be featured on their song 'Danceophobia' from their fourteenth studio album, Paper Gods.
2016: Opening of Beach Clubs in Greece
Between 2016 and 2018, Lindsay Lohan opened three beach clubs in Greece, which later became the focus of the MTV reality series 'Lindsay Lohan's Beach Club' aired in 2019.
2016: Relationship with Egor Tarabasov
In 2016, Lindsay Lohan was in a high-profile relationship with London-based Russian business heir Egor Tarabasov.
2016: Opening of Lohan Nightclub
In 2016, Lindsay Lohan, in collaboration with Dennis Papageorgiou, opened her first nightclub, Lohan Nightclub, in Athens, Greece.
2017: Launch of lifestyle site
In 2017, Lindsay Lohan launched a lifestyle site called Preemium, offering subscribers exclusive content for $2.99 a month.
February 2018: Among the Shadows Listed for Sale
In February 2018, the independent supernatural thriller Among the Shadows, starring Lindsay Lohan, was listed for sale at the European Film Market at the Berlin International Film Festival.
July 2018: Premiere of Sick Note Season 2
In July 2018, the second season of Sick Note, in which Lindsay Lohan had a recurring role, premiered on Sky One.
2018: Opening of beach resorts
In 2018, Lindsay Lohan opened a beach resort on the Greek island Mykonos and her second resort in Ialisos Beach, Rhodes.
2018: Role in 'Sick Note'
In 2018, Lindsay Lohan starred in the second season of the comedy series 'Sick Note.' This marked a continued presence in the entertainment industry.
March 5, 2019: Release of Among the Shadows
On March 5, 2019, the independent supernatural thriller Among the Shadows, featuring Lindsay Lohan, was released by Momentum Pictures after facing several delays.
June 2019: Re-signing with Casablanca Records
In June 2019, Lindsay Lohan re-signed with Casablanca Records, a subsidiary of Republic Records, to release new music.
July 2019: Announcement as Panelist on The Masked Singer Australia
In July 2019, it was announced that Lindsay Lohan would be a panelist on the Australian edition of The Masked Singer, which premiered in September 2019.
September 2019: Premiere of The Masked Singer Australia
In September 2019, the Australian edition of The Masked Singer, featuring Lindsay Lohan as a panelist, premiered.
2019: Panelist on 'Masked Singer Australia'
In 2019, Lindsay Lohan served as a panelist in the first season of 'Masked Singer Australia.' She also opened three beach clubs in Greece, which were featured in the MTV reality series 'Lindsay Lohan's Beach Club.'
April 1, 2020: Announcement of Single 'Back to Me'
On April 1, 2020, Lindsay Lohan announced she would be releasing 'Back to Me,' her first single in twelve years.
July 7, 2020: Departure from The Masked Singer Australia
On July 7, 2020, it was announced that Lindsay Lohan would not return as a panelist for the second season of The Masked Singer Australia due to COVID-19 travel restrictions.
2020: Jewelry line with Lily Baker
In 2020, Lindsay Lohan designed and released a jewelry line in collaboration with UK-based boutique brand Lily Baker.
May 2021: Netflix announces Lohan's return to acting
In May 2021, Netflix announced Lindsay Lohan would return to acting by starring in a Christmas romantic comedy where she plays a hotel heiress suffering from amnesia after a skiing accident.
November 28, 2021: Engagement to Bader Shammas
On November 28, 2021, Lindsay Lohan announced her engagement to financier Bader Shammas after three years of dating.
2021: Recognition for 'Mean Girls' Performance
In 2021, Lindsay Lohan's performance in 'Mean Girls' was placed at number eleven in The New Yorker's list of 'The Best Movie Performances of the Century So Far.' This recognition underscores her impact on film.
2021: Announcement of podcast
In 2021, Red Arrow's Studio71 revealed it had signed Lindsay Lohan to host and launch a new podcast, which was later titled 'The Lohdown with Lindsay Lohan'.
March 2022: Netflix deal for more films
In March 2022, Netflix revealed that Lindsay Lohan had signed a deal to star in two more films, expanding her career further.
April 3, 2022: Wedding date revealed
Lindsay Lohan later revealed that she and Bader Shammas were wed on April 3, 2022.
April 2022: Premiere of podcast 'The Lohdown with Lindsay Lohan'
In April 2022, Lindsay Lohan's podcast 'The Lohdown with Lindsay Lohan' premiered, following an announcement by Red Arrow's Studio71 in 2021.
July 2, 2022: Marriage confirmation
On July 2, 2022, a representative confirmed that Lindsay Lohan and Bader Shammas were married after she called him her 'husband' on her Instagram birthday post.
September 2022: Announcement of 'Irish Wish'
In September 2022, it was announced that Lindsay Lohan was set to star in the romantic comedy 'Irish Wish', which was released in March 2024.
November 10, 2022: Release of 'Falling for Christmas'
On November 10, 2022, Lindsay Lohan's film 'Falling for Christmas' was released. It marked her first major role in over a decade. Lohan performed original songs for the film's soundtrack and a cover of 'Jingle Bell Rock'. The film became the most-watched holiday movie in the United States for 2022, and her performance received generally positive reviews.
2022: Role in 'Falling for Christmas'
In 2022, Lindsay Lohan starred in the Netflix romantic comedy 'Falling for Christmas,' marking her return to mainstream cinema.
2022: Sneaker collection with Allbirds
In 2022, Lindsay Lohan launched a limited-edition sneaker collection in collaboration with activewear brand Allbirds.
May 2023: Announcement of 'Freaky Friday' sequel
In May 2023, it was reported that Lindsay Lohan would reprise her role as Anna Coleman in a sequel to 'Freaky Friday', making it her fifth feature film with Walt Disney Pictures.
July 2023: Birth of son
In July 2023, Lindsay Lohan gave birth to her son in Dubai, where she has resided since 2014.
2023: Ocean-themed nursery accessories
In 2023, Lindsay Lohan designed a line of ocean-themed nursery accessories in collaboration with Nestig.
2023: Family reconciliation
In 2023, Lindsay Lohan reported that she was on good terms with both her parents, as the family gathered in April for the first time in at least seven years.
January 2024: Production of 'Our Little Secret'
In January 2024, production began for 'Our Little Secret', the second film under Lindsay Lohan's Netflix deal.
March 2024: Talks to join Marvel Cinematic Universe
In March 2024, it was reported that Lindsay Lohan was in talks to play a 'vixen superhero' in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. She also expressed interest in portraying Ann-Margaret in a biographical film.
March 2024: Release of 'Irish Wish'
In March 2024, the romantic comedy 'Irish Wish', starring Lindsay Lohan, was released as part of her Netflix deal.
2024: Over 30 films by 2024
By 2024, Lindsay Lohan had appeared in over 30 films and had multiple other acting credits.
2024: Role in 'Irish Wish'
Lindsay Lohan is set to star in the Netflix romantic comedy 'Irish Wish,' projected for a 2024 release, continuing her multi-picture deal with the streaming platform.