Hilary Erhard Duff (born on September 28, 1987 in Houston, Texas, USA) is an American actress, singer-songwriter, businesswoman, and author. She has received a World Music Award, seven Kids' Choice Awards, four Teen Choice Awards, and two Young Artist Awards. Duff began acting at a young age and gained prominence for her role as Lizzie McGuire in the Disney Channel series "Lizzie McGuire" (2001–2004) and the film "The Lizzie McGuire Movie" (2003).