Caitlin Crosby

West Coast singer/songwriter Caitlin Crosby first established herself as a television actress before merging toward a music career in her early 20s. Raised in Hollywood, CA, she began playing in youth groups and church bands during junior high school, citing Sheryl Crow, Paula Abdul, Amy Grant, and the C+C Music Factory as her main influences. Also a fan of movies, she practiced with and memorized the soundtracks of "Beaches" and "Sister Act." It was her acting talent, however, that landed her a place in Hollywood's entertainment world, and Crosby soon earned roles in "Malcolm in the Middle," "American Dreams," "That's So Raven," "Living with Fran," "That 70s Show," "Carnival Knowledge," "Seventh Heaven," and "Truth or Dare."

After Crosby was featured in an advertising campaign for Levi's jeans, she began to focus increasingly on music. Producers Kenny "Babyface" Edmonds, Ty Stevens, and Track & Field worked with the budding songwriter, whose mix of soul, folk, and pop/rock was also shaped by co-writers like Brian Wilson, William Fitzsimmons, Curtis Peoples, Plain White T's, and Josh Hoge. Although she continued to appear in films (including the Danny DeVito movie "No Place Like Home," for which she played the lead role), Crosby's voice and songcraft earned her a record deal, and she worked alongside producer Marshall Altman on her 2009 debut.

In addition to her music and acting careers, Crosby is the Founder and CEO of The Giving Keys, a company that employs individuals transitioning out of homelessness. This initiative has provided job opportunities to over 150 people since its inception. Crosby has been recognized for her humanitarian efforts, including receiving the Nelson Mandela Changemakers Award. Crosby also co-founded the campaign LoveYourFlawz with Brie Larson to promote body positivity and self-acceptance, which further extends her advocacy for embracing one's flaws. She lives in Los Angeles with her two children, named Brave and Love.