Bailee Madison

Bailee Madison is an accomplished American actress, producer, and advocate known for her versatility and talent across film and television. Madison began her acting career at a young age, landing her first major role in the 2007 film "Bridge to Terabithia," where she played May Belle Aarons. This role earned her the Young Artist Award for Best Performance in a Feature Film Young Actress Age Ten or Younger. In 2009, she was nominated for the Critics' Choice Movie Award for Best Young Performer for her role in "Brothers." Over the years, she has built an impressive resume, appearing in a wide range of genres from family dramas to horror films, including standout roles in "Just Go with It," "Don’t Be Afraid of the Dark," and "The Strangers: Prey at Night."

In addition to her success in film, Madison has made significant contributions to television. One of her most notable roles came in the ABC Family (now Freeform) series "The Fosters," where she played Sophia Quinn. In 2023, she had a recurring role in "The Hardy Boys" as Drew "Darrow" / Sparewell. Later, she took on a leading role in Hallmark Channel’s hit series "Good Witch" and played the lead role of Imogen Adams in "Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin" from 2022 to 2024. Furthermore, she appeared in the episode "All These Engagements" of "Good Trouble" in 2024.

Outside of acting, Madison has embraced her producer role, helping create meaningful and impactful content. She co-produced and starred in the Netflix film "A Week Away," a musical drama highlighting her multifaceted talents. She also co-produced and starred in "Annabelle Hooper and the Ghosts of Nantucket" in 2016 and "A Cowgirl's Story" in 2017. In 2020, she directed the music video "Worse." In 2018, Madison began co-hosting her podcast, "Just Between Us," alongside her sister, Kaitlin Vilasuso. That same year, she published her debut novel, "Losing Brave," a young-adult mystery co-written with Stefne Miller.

More recently, Madison has stepped into the music industry, releasing pop singles "Kinda Fun" and "Chiller" in 2024. Beyond her professional endeavors, she is deeply committed to philanthropy and social causes. She serves as the national youth spokesperson for Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation, an organization dedicated to raising funds and awareness for pediatric cancer research. Madison's dedication to helping others has earned her recognition for her charitable work and her advocacy for mental health awareness.