Tag: disney star

Jillian Shea Spaeder

Walk the PrankLos Angeles, CAStory and Photos by Lauri Levenfeld

For Jillian Shea Spaeder life is all about a good laugh. With a background in music and improv and a lifetime of performing, Spaeder has proven to be the perfect pick for Disney XD’s show Walk the Prank. Her easy going and “go with the flow” abilities and attitude have not only channeled the opportunity of a lifetime, but have also helped Jillian to manage the stresses and challenges ..that come up being a teen in the media light. We talk to Jillian today about the amazing ride she has been on since she hit LA ground running. It’s no wonder the girl has fallen in love with LA’s palm trees, rollercoasters, and so much more. 

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Ariana Greenblatt

ActressLos Angeles, CAStory and Photos by Lauri LevenfeldMakeup & Hair by Irmina Martinez Loeffler

They could not have found a more perfect person to embody the character of Daphne Diaz on Disney’s hottest sitcom SITM. A tomboy who loves a good tutu, Ariana Greenblatt is a nine-year old ready to take on the world. But what is special and unique about Ariana, is how she has not only taken..
.. on this part with the zest and confidence of someone twice her age, but has also taken her role and made it an opportunity to give back and be charitable, and to say loudly and proudly to all her fans that us girls need to stick together, love ourselves, love one another, and be kind. Our sentiments exactly.

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Olivia Rodrigo

ActressLos Angeles, CAStory and Photos by Lauri LevenfeldStyling by Erin Kelly for BCBG
Makeup & Hair by Irmina Martinez Loeffler

One thing I have learned in photographing all the amazing girls that I do, is that passion, desire and dedication run really deep when you love what you do. And loving what you do is the true key to so many people’s success. It is undoubtedly a gift when work doesn’t feel like work. 

For Olivia Rodrigo, acting and working on the Disney series Bizaardvark has given her just this type of inspiration and this quirky and loved series is just the start of many more opportunities she plans to pave on her way.

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Avery Poznanski & Olivia Rodrigo

Writer & ActressLos Angeles, CAStory and Photos by Lauri LevenfeldStyling by Erin Kelley, Makeup by Irmina Loeffler Martinez

This is the first of many stories to be dedicated to friendship. And this is the story of two best friends who recently moved apart from one another, when Olivia started filming the Disney series’ Bizaardvark. Although life shifted in many ways, one thing remained the same…their endless devotion and love towards one another. What is a bestie? Someone who knows your thoughts before you do, who finishes your sentences, and who loves you unconditionally no matter what. In Avery’s words… ”Someone who makes you laugh so hard milk comes out your nose in the middle of the school cafeteria. Someone you can talk with until two in the morning and makes you wish your conversation could last forever. Someone who makes you feel like yourself, who could see you in sweatpants and no makeup and still call you beautiful. A best friend is someone who can see you at your absolute worst, and still be the first one at your side. When you find someone who makes you feel happier than you ever thought possible, hold on tight.”

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Francesca Capaldi

ActressLos Angeles, CAPhotos by Lauri LevenfeldStyle by Katja O’Brien & Makeup/Hair by Irmina Martinez Loeffler

Today is the official launch of The Project for Girls and I couldn’t be happier to have Francesca Capaldi, star of Disney’s “Dog with A Blog”, leading the pack. Francesca, already an inspiration to so many girls around the world (I mean who doesn’t love Chloe?), has made a choice to balance a life of normalcy with the Hollywood lifestyle. And while everyone wants to be a Disney star, after talking with Capaldi, you realize just how special of a person it takes to make this happen. Francesca talks candidly about the dedication and drive, the long hours in the car to each audition, and the desire to stay in school and just be a

normal kid. Yet how her love and passion for acting have made her want to make these sacrifices and more. She tells all here and wants to hear your thoughts and questions too. This is what TPFG is all about… sharing a space where ideas can be churned, relationships can begin, and we can all lend support and love to the girl next door. We invite you to read our stories, share your hopes and dreams, leave your comments and ideas. But please know this is a sacred space and one we want to keep safe and positive. Enjoy! xo, Lauri

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Skai Jackson

ActressLos Angeles, CAPhotos & Story by Lauri LevenfeldStyling by Erin Kelley, Makeup by Melissa Sandora, Hair by Kendria Spratt

It seems lately the whole world is tapping in to watch Disney Bunk’d star Skai Jackson, and it’s not just my 7-year old daughter Harley. Women of all ages have been struck by this sweet, confident girl who has stood up for herself when she needed to on social media, opposed bullying, and commandeered all girls to just get along. Jackson, already a veteran in her industry at 14, talks about the time, energy and sacrifices she has made to build her career to what it is today. Skai’s story comes at a perfect time, in the wake of introducing our newest platform, The Project for Girls, launching on September 21st. A platform that will not only shed light on the behind the scenes of successful girls everywhere, but provide inspiration and resources, and as well,  introduce topics of conversation written by girls for girls creating a safe haven to discuss all freely and honestly. Thanks Skai, for paving the way!

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A note about The Project For Girls

Photo by Jess Epstein

What’s The Project for Girls, you ask? It’s a new site, written for young women, by young women, about real challenges they face, as well as their creative dreams, big wins, and lessons they’ve learned. We talk to girls from all walks of life – Francesca Capaldi of “Dog with a Blog” and “Bunk’d” star Skai Jackson are a couple you might recognize – and go deep with personal Q&A’s and fantastic photos. Created by fashion photographer (Marie Claire, Sundance Film Fest, Seventeen Magazine) and The Project for Women Founder Lauri Levenfeld, The Project for Girls aims to be a brand new way for girls to gather online. It’s time to make the Internet feel good for girls.

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