She was a bright-eyed child with a sparkle that could light up a room.
By the time she was six, she was already on television screens across America.
But behind the scenes, her life was filled with misery.
Homeschooled and isolated
Looking at childhood photos of this young actress, it’s hard to imagine that such a small, innocent-looking girl could carry so much weight.
The truth is, her early years were far from easy. She grew up under the shadow of a controlling parent and constant financial struggles, while a serious health issue in the family added even more pressure to an already fragile household.
Instead of simply being a kid, she quickly became the one carrying her family’s hopes — and sometimes, their burdens — on her young shoulders.
Born on June 26, 1992, in California, this famous woman grew up in Garden Grove in a modest household. Her family were members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She was homeschooled and isolated from peers.
Her mother, who developed compulsive hoarding habits following a cancer diagnosis, filled the house with clutter. The children often slept on Costco trifold gymnastics mats in the living room because their bedrooms were so packed that it was impossible to find or use the beds.
Her mother’s husband, whom she grew up believing was her biological father, worked two jobs to support the family. Later in life, after her mother’s passing, she discovered that he was not her biological father.
