Sofia Carson

Sofia Carson (born Sofia Lauren Daccarett Char on April 10, 1993) is an American actress and singer whose career has spanned both the music and film industries with remarkable versatility. Growing up in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, she was immersed in a multicultural environment—her parents emigrated from Colombia, and she later adopted her maternal grandmother’s surname “Carson” as her professional name, a tribute that reflects her blended heritage. After attending St. Hugh Catholic School, the Carrollton School of the Sacred Heart, and studying communications with a French minor at UCLA, Carson launched her entertainment career in 2012, quickly gaining prominence through a guest role on Disney Channel’s Austin & Ally and a breakthrough performance as Evie, the daughter of the Evil Queen, in the wildly successful Descendants franchise. Her portrayal earned her an Imagen Award nomination and cemented her status as a beloved teen icon, leading to subsequent roles in Adventures in Babysitting, A Cinderella Story: If the Shoe Fits, and the Netflix romantic drama Purple Hearts, where she also contributed as an executive producer and soundtrack writer. In parallel with acting, Carson’s musical journey began with the Descendants soundtrack, followed by a joint worldwide record deal with Hollywood Records and Republic Records in 2016; she released her debut solo single “Love Is the Name,” and later her eponymous 2022 studio album, showcasing a blend of pop and dance‑pop influences. Known for her dynamic stage presence, she has performed at high‑profile events such as NBC’s Thanksgiving Parade, the A Capitol Fourth concert, and even sang “Applause” at the 2023 Academy Awards alongside Diane Warren. Beyond entertainment, Carson is a dedicated philanthropist, serving as a Global Ambassador for the Latin Grammy Cultural Foundation, a UNICEF Ambassador, and a Revlon brand ambassador, while also establishing the Sofia Carson Scholarship to support aspiring musicians. Her multifaceted career, charitable initiatives, and consistent artistic growth illustrate why Sofia Carson remains a compelling figure in contemporary popular culture.