Bailee Madison is an American actress born on October 15, 1999, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Madison began her career in show business at just two weeks old, when she appeared in a commercial. She quickly caught the attention of industry insiders, and her career took off from there.
Madison’s breakthrough role came in 2007 when she played May Belle Aarons in the film adaptation of “
Bridge to Terabithia.” Her performance earned her critical acclaim and helped establish her as a rising star in Hollywood.
Since then, Madison has appeared in a variety of films and television shows, including “
Don’t Be Afraid of the Dark,” “
Parental Guidance,” and “
The Fosters.” In 2018, she starred in the horror-thriller film “
The Strangers: Prey at Night,” a sequel to the 2008 film “
The Strangers.” Madison’s portrayal of Kinsey, a teenage girl who must fight for survival against a group of sadistic killers, was praised by critics.
Madison is also well-known for her role as Grace Russell in the Hallmark Channel series “
Good Witch,” which she starred in for six seasons. She has also made guest appearances on shows like “
Once Upon a Time” and “
The Goldbergs.”
In addition to her acting work, Madison is also a successful producer, having co-produced the Netflix film “
A Week Away” in 2021. She has also been involved in various charitable organizations, including Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation and Starlight Children’s Foundation.
Madison’s other projects include the HBO Max series “
Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin,” in which she stars as Imogen, one of the show’s lead characters. She is also set to appear in the films “
Night Teeth” and “
The Picture of Dorian Gray.”
With a career spanning over a decade, Bailee Madison has established herself as a talented actress and producer. Her performance in “The Strangers: Prey at Night” demonstrated her range as an actress, and she continues to captivate audiences with her work in both film and television.
