History of Olivia Rodrigo in Timeline
Olivia Isabel Rodrigo is an American singer-songwriter and actress. She gained initial fame by starring in Disney Channel's 'Bizaardvark' from 2016 to 2019 and furthered her career with her role in the Disney+ series 'High School Musical: The Musical: The Series' from 2019 to 2022.
February 20, 2003: Birth of Olivia Rodrigo
Olivia Isabel Rodrigo was born on February 20, 2003. She would go on to become an American singer-songwriter and actress, known for her roles in Disney Channel and Disney+ series.
2010: First Onscreen Appearance
In 2010, at age seven, Olivia Rodrigo made her first onscreen appearance in an Old Navy commercial, marking the beginning of her acting career.
2015: Acting Debut in An American Girl: Grace Stirs Up Success
In 2015, at age twelve, Olivia Rodrigo made her acting debut portraying the lead role of Grace Thomas in the direct-to-video film An American Girl: Grace Stirs Up Success.
2016: Role in Bizaardvark
In 2016, Olivia Rodrigo began starring in the Disney Channel series Bizaardvark, which aired until 2019. This role marked her initial rise to fame.
2016: Role in Disney Channel's Bizaardvark
In 2016, Olivia Rodrigo landed an acting role in Disney Channel's Bizaardvark, portraying the character Paige Olvera, a guitarist, for three seasons.
2017: #KindComments Campaign
From 2017 to 2018, Olivia Rodrigo and her Bizaardvark co-star Madison Hu teamed up with Instagram's #KindComments campaign to encourage fans to spread kindness and foster positivity on social media.
2018: My Friend's Place 30th Anniversary and She Can STEM Campaign
In 2018, Olivia Rodrigo and Madison Hu teamed up with My Friend's Place for their 30th anniversary to help homeless youth. Rodrigo was also named an institute speaker and panelist for the Geena Davis Institute on Gender in Media and became the face of the 'She Can STEM' campaign.
February 2019: Cast in High School Musical: The Musical: The Series
In February 2019, Olivia Rodrigo was cast in the starring role of Nini Salazar-Roberts in the Disney+ series High School Musical: The Musical: The Series.
November 2019: Released Single All I Want
In November 2019, for the Disney+ series, Olivia Rodrigo wrote and performed the single 'All I Want', which was released as part of the show's promotional material.
2019: High School Musical: The Musical: The Series
In 2019, Olivia Rodrigo starred in the Disney+ series High School Musical: The Musical: The Series, further enhancing her profile in the entertainment industry.
2020: Signed with Geffen Records
In 2020, Olivia Rodrigo signed with Geffen Records, securing ownership of the masters of her music.
January 8, 2021: Release of Drivers License
On January 8, 2021, Olivia Rodrigo released her debut single 'Drivers License', which she co-wrote with producer Dan Nigro. The song received critical acclaim and set multiple streaming records on Spotify.
February 2021: Launch of Spicy Pisces T-shirts
In February 2021, Olivia Rodrigo released her 'Spicy Pisces T-shirts' merchandise line on her website. All proceeds benefited the NGO She's the First, which sponsors young girls' education.
April 1, 2021: Release of Deja Vu
On April 1, 2021, Olivia Rodrigo released her follow-up single 'Deja Vu', which debuted at number eight on the Billboard Hot 100.
May 14, 2021: Release of Good 4 U
On May 14, 2021, Olivia Rodrigo released her third single 'Good 4 U', which debuted at number one on the Billboard Hot 100.
May 21, 2021: Release of Debut Album Sour
On May 21, 2021, Olivia Rodrigo released her debut studio album 'Sour', which received critical acclaim and debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart.
June 2021: Premiere of Sour Prom
In June 2021, Olivia Rodrigo premiered 'Sour Prom', a prom-themed concert film on YouTube, celebrating her debut album 'Sour'.
June 2021: Sour Shop on Depop
In June 2021, Olivia Rodrigo sold her clothes, wardrobe, and items from her music videos on Depop, with all proceeds going to charity.
July 13, 2021: White House COVID-19 Vaccination Effort
On July 13, 2021, Olivia Rodrigo visited the White House to promote COVID-19 vaccinations among young people in the U.S. She met with President Joe Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris, and Chief Medical Advisor Anthony Fauci, and recorded videos emphasizing the importance of vaccination.
December 2021: Musicians on Call Virtual Concert
In December 2021, Olivia Rodrigo joined various artists for the 2nd Annual Virtual Concert 'Hope for the Holidays' by Musicians on Call, uplifting hospital patients with performances and messages of hope.
2021: Accolades and Recognitions in 2021
In 2021, Olivia Rodrigo received multiple accolades including three Grammy Awards, seven Billboard Music Awards, four MTV Video Music Awards, four iHeartRadio Music Awards, and two People's Choice Awards. She was also named Time's Entertainer of the Year and placed on the magazine's 100 Next list. Billboard included her on its annual 21 Under 21 list.
2021: Signed with Geffen Records and Released Drivers License
In 2021, Olivia Rodrigo signed with Geffen Records and released her debut single 'Drivers License', which topped international charts and brought her significant fame.
2021: Named Entertainer of the Year by Time
In 2021, Olivia Rodrigo was named Entertainer of the Year by Time magazine, recognizing her significant impact on the entertainment industry.
2021: Graduation and Home-Schooling
Olivia Rodrigo was homeschooled from 2016 until her graduation in 2021, allowing her to balance her education with her acting career.
March 25, 2022: Release of Documentary Driving Home 2 U
On March 25, 2022, Olivia Rodrigo released her Disney+ documentary film 'Olivia Rodrigo: Driving Home 2 U', detailing the making of her debut album 'Sour'.
July 2022: Conclusion of Sour Tour
In July 2022, Olivia Rodrigo concluded her debut headlining tour, the 'Sour Tour', which included stops in the United States, Canada, and Europe.
November 20, 2022: Third Annual Venture Fundraising Event
On November 20, 2022, Olivia Rodrigo joined other celebrities for the Third Annual Venture Fundraising event, which helped raise more than $1.3 million that month and $6 million over the next three years to find a cure for epidermolysis bullosa and other rare diseases.
December 2022: ASCAP Foundation and Musicians on Call
In December 2022, Olivia Rodrigo donated exclusive items to the 2nd Annual ASCAP Foundation to support music education and joined the annual 'Musicians on Call' virtual concert, bringing holiday performances and messages of hope to hospital patients.
2022: Released Documentary and Won Grammy Awards
In 2022, Olivia Rodrigo released a Disney+ documentary titled Olivia Rodrigo: Driving Home 2 U, which chronicled her creative process for her debut album Sour. She also won three Grammy Awards that year.
2022: Billboard Woman of the Year and More in 2022
In 2022, Olivia Rodrigo was honored by Billboard as their Woman of the Year at the Billboard Women in Music event. She topped Billboard's annual 21 Under 21 list.
2022: Named Woman of the Year by Billboard
In 2022, Olivia Rodrigo was named Woman of the Year by Billboard, celebrating her contributions and success in the music industry.
2022: Top Songwriter and Awards in 2022
In 2022, Olivia Rodrigo was named the top songwriter of 2021 by Blokur, sponsored by The Ivors Academy. She also received 'Songwriter of the Year' honors at the ASCAP Awards.
2022: End of High School Musical: The Musical: The Series
In 2022, Olivia Rodrigo's tenure on High School Musical: The Musical: The Series concluded, allowing her to focus more on her burgeoning music career.
January 2023: MusiCares Foundation Charity Relief Auction
In January 2023, Olivia Rodrigo joined various musicians in donating items to the MusiCares Foundation Charity Relief Auction to help struggling musicians with their financial needs.
August 11, 2023: Release of Single Bad Idea Right?
On August 11, 2023, Olivia Rodrigo released the single 'Bad Idea Right?' from her second album 'Guts', which reached the top 10 in the US and UK.
August 16, 2023: Received BRIT Billion Award
On August 16, 2023, Olivia Rodrigo became the youngest artist to receive the BRIT Billion Award for achieving over one billion digital streams in the United Kingdom, becoming the 19th artist to receive this honor.
September 8, 2023: Release of Second Album Guts
On September 8, 2023, Olivia Rodrigo released her second studio album, 'Guts', which debuted atop the Billboard 200 and received critical acclaim.
October 9, 2023: Exclusive Concert for Fund 4 Good
On October 9, 2023, Olivia Rodrigo performed songs from her album Guts at an exclusive concert in partnership with American Express at the Los Angeles Theater at Ace Hotel. All proceeds from ticket sales went to her nonprofit organization, Fund 4 Good.
October 2023: Launch of Fund 4 Good
In October 2023, Olivia Rodrigo launched a charity fund called Fund 4 Good, aimed at supporting reproductive healthcare for women. A portion of the profits from the USA leg of the Guts World Tour went to this fund, supporting the National Network of Abortion Funds.
October 18, 2023: Announcement of Guts: The Secret Tracks EP
On October 18, 2023, Olivia Rodrigo announced the release of a limited vinyl-exclusive EP titled Guts: The Secret Tracks. This release was to commemorate Record Store Day (RSD) Black Friday and included four secret tracks from her album Guts.
December 2023: Relationship with Louis Partridge
In December 2023, Olivia Rodrigo began dating British actor Louis Partridge.
2023: Released Second Studio Album Guts
In 2023, Olivia Rodrigo released her second studio album, Guts, continuing her success in the music industry.
2023: Storyteller of the Year in 2023
In 2023, Olivia Rodrigo was awarded the Storyteller of the Year at the Variety Hitmakers ceremony.
January 14, 2024: End of Good 4 Ur Guts Smoothie
On January 14, 2024, the 'Good 4 Ur Guts' smoothie, a collaboration between Olivia Rodrigo and Health-Ade, was no longer available in Erewhon Market stores.
March 12, 2024: Support for Reproductive Healthcare at St. Louis Concert
On March 12, 2024, Olivia Rodrigo's St. Louis concert featured the distribution of condoms and Plan B pills, supporting reproductive healthcare in a state where abortion is illegal. This initiative was part of her Fund 4 Good charity efforts.
March 20, 2024: Announcement of Guts (Spilled)
On March 20, 2024, Olivia Rodrigo announced the release of a deluxe version of her album Guts, titled Guts (Spilled). This edition includes five additional songs, including the four secret tracks from the vinyl variants.
March 22, 2024: Release of Guts (Spilled)
On March 22, 2024, Olivia Rodrigo released the deluxe version of her album Guts, titled Guts (Spilled), featuring five additional songs.
April 13, 2024: Guest Appearance at Coachella with No Doubt
On April 13, 2024, Olivia Rodrigo made a special guest appearance at No Doubt's Coachella show. She performed the band's 2000 single 'Bathwater' alongside them.
