In 2008, Demi Lovato rose to prominence for her role as aspiring singer Mitchie Torres in the 2008 American musical television film Camp Rock.
The Sonny with a Chance actress also starred in its 2010 sequel Camp Rock 2: The Final Jam.
Nick Jonas, Kevin Jonas, Demi Lovato, and Joe Jonas in the 2008 American musical television film Camp Rock (Credit: Disney)
Reflections on Camp Rock
In July 2020, Demi rewatched Camp Rock and shared a series of Instagram Story videos with commentary on the 2008 Disney Channel movie that made her famous.
“The amount of awkward f—ing things I did in this movie… I can’t,” Lovato captioned a scene of herself and co-star Alyson Stoner, who portrayed Caitlyn Gellar.
“I told yall – how awkward am I?!!!” the artist added while laughing uncontrollably in the background.
Camp Rock premiered on Disney Channel on June 20, 2008, when Demi was 15. She was born on August 20, 1992, and turned...
The Sonny with a Chance actress also starred in its 2010 sequel Camp Rock 2: The Final Jam.
Nick Jonas, Kevin Jonas, Demi Lovato, and Joe Jonas in the 2008 American musical television film Camp Rock (Credit: Disney)
Reflections on Camp Rock
In July 2020, Demi rewatched Camp Rock and shared a series of Instagram Story videos with commentary on the 2008 Disney Channel movie that made her famous.
“The amount of awkward f—ing things I did in this movie… I can’t,” Lovato captioned a scene of herself and co-star Alyson Stoner, who portrayed Caitlyn Gellar.
“I told yall – how awkward am I?!!!” the artist added while laughing uncontrollably in the background.
Camp Rock premiered on Disney Channel on June 20, 2008, when Demi was 15. She was born on August 20, 1992, and turned...
- 5/2/2024
- by Jan Stromsodd
- Your Next Shoes
Madison De La Garza, a former child actor on Desperate Housewives, has spoken about the devastating online backlash she received when she was just six years old.
The actor and filmmaker, who is the younger half-sister of musician Demi Lovato, played Juanita Solis, the daughter of Gabrielle Solis (Eva Longoria), on the popular series.
According to De La Garza, she became the target of abuse on social media following her role in the show, which caused her to develop an eating disorder.
She opened up about the time to Elizabeth Vargas on the Heart of the Matter podcast.
“They said things like they wanted me to die because of what I looked like,” De La Garza said. “It was just horrible, like, ‘ugly fat cow,’ and ‘I hope you get cancer and die because you’re so fat’.
“Just horrible, horrible, horrible, horrible things and this was when I was six,...
The actor and filmmaker, who is the younger half-sister of musician Demi Lovato, played Juanita Solis, the daughter of Gabrielle Solis (Eva Longoria), on the popular series.
According to De La Garza, she became the target of abuse on social media following her role in the show, which caused her to develop an eating disorder.
She opened up about the time to Elizabeth Vargas on the Heart of the Matter podcast.
“They said things like they wanted me to die because of what I looked like,” De La Garza said. “It was just horrible, like, ‘ugly fat cow,’ and ‘I hope you get cancer and die because you’re so fat’.
“Just horrible, horrible, horrible, horrible things and this was when I was six,...
- 4/14/2023
- by Louis Chilton
- The Independent - TV
Madison De La Garza was haunted for years by the insults heaped upon her at age 6.
The actress was playing the role of Juanita Solis, daughter of Eva Longoria’s Gabrielle Solis, on TV hit Desperate Housewives. But the joy of being on a huge TV show was spoiled for her thanks to cyberbullying, as she related to Elizabeth Vargas on the Heart of the Matter podcast.
The abuse cause De La Garza to develop an eating disorder.
“They said things like they wanted me to die because of what I looked like,” De La Garza said. “It was just horrible, like, ‘ugly fat cow,’ and ‘I hope you get cancer and die because you’re so fat.’ Just horrible, horrible, horrible, horrible things and this was when I was 6, 7, 8 years old.”
“Reading comments like that definitely affected my mental health and ultimately played into me developing an eating disorder at a very young age,...
The actress was playing the role of Juanita Solis, daughter of Eva Longoria’s Gabrielle Solis, on TV hit Desperate Housewives. But the joy of being on a huge TV show was spoiled for her thanks to cyberbullying, as she related to Elizabeth Vargas on the Heart of the Matter podcast.
The abuse cause De La Garza to develop an eating disorder.
“They said things like they wanted me to die because of what I looked like,” De La Garza said. “It was just horrible, like, ‘ugly fat cow,’ and ‘I hope you get cancer and die because you’re so fat.’ Just horrible, horrible, horrible, horrible things and this was when I was 6, 7, 8 years old.”
“Reading comments like that definitely affected my mental health and ultimately played into me developing an eating disorder at a very young age,...
- 4/14/2023
- by Bruce Haring
- Deadline Film + TV
Madison De La Garza, who gained television fame as a child star thanks to her role on ABC’s “Desperate Housewives,” opened up to journalist and former “20/20” anchor Elizabeth Vargas on the “Heart of the Matter” podcast about battling cyberbullying and an eating disorder following her run on the show (via Entertainment Weekly). De La Garza appeared on four seasons of “Desperate Housewives” as Juanita Solis, the daughter of Eva Longoria’s character, Gabrielle Solis.
De La Garza took over the role of Gabrielle’s daughter in Season 5, when the show jumped ahead five years from the previous season. She was only 6 years old at the time. The actor stayed in the role through the final season of “Desperate Housewives,” which ended in May 2012.
Although she was just a child, De La Garza told Vargas she would often sneak onto the computer and check websites like TMZ and YouTube for hours,...
De La Garza took over the role of Gabrielle’s daughter in Season 5, when the show jumped ahead five years from the previous season. She was only 6 years old at the time. The actor stayed in the role through the final season of “Desperate Housewives,” which ended in May 2012.
Although she was just a child, De La Garza told Vargas she would often sneak onto the computer and check websites like TMZ and YouTube for hours,...
- 4/13/2023
- by Zack Sharf
- Variety Film + TV
Madison De La Garza, who played the daughter of Eva Longoria‘s Gaby on Desperate Housewives, has opened up about the cyberbullying she received over her weight on the show and how it led to her developing an eating disorder. Appearing on Elizabeth Vargas‘ Heart of the Matter podcast, De La Garza, who was just six years old when she first appeared on the ABC drama, spoke candidly about her mental health struggles and how the bullying affected her as a child. “The reactions that I got to my character on Desperate Housewives, I mean, it was just shocking,” she said (per The Hollywood Reporter). “A lot of people came at it in a way that they were quote-unquote concerned for my health. I personally believe that that’s just not true. That it was a cover-up so that they could just judge a six-year-old.” De La Garza, who is...
- 4/13/2023
- TV Insider
Madison De La Garza is reflecting on her time as a child star on Desperate Housewives and how cyberbullying from viewers led to her “developing an eating disorder at a very young age.”
The actress — who was as young as 6 years old when she portrayed Juanita Solis, the daughter to Eva Longoria’s Gabrielle “Gaby” Solis, on the ABC series — appeared on the most recent episode of Elizabeth Vargas’ Heart of the Matter podcast to talk about her journey to sobriety. During the 45-minute episode, De La Garza opened up about her personal drug use and experiences with addiction, as well as the decision to turn to her sister Demi Lovato after De La Garza sought treatment.
Toward the end of the discussion, the Bad Teacher actress touched on her time starring on Desperate Housewives with Vargas, recalling how she experienced cyberbullying about her weight under the guise of concern for her health.
The actress — who was as young as 6 years old when she portrayed Juanita Solis, the daughter to Eva Longoria’s Gabrielle “Gaby” Solis, on the ABC series — appeared on the most recent episode of Elizabeth Vargas’ Heart of the Matter podcast to talk about her journey to sobriety. During the 45-minute episode, De La Garza opened up about her personal drug use and experiences with addiction, as well as the decision to turn to her sister Demi Lovato after De La Garza sought treatment.
Toward the end of the discussion, the Bad Teacher actress touched on her time starring on Desperate Housewives with Vargas, recalling how she experienced cyberbullying about her weight under the guise of concern for her health.
- 4/12/2023
- by Abbey White
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Seven young social media stars with a combined reach of some 8.3 million fans worldwide have teamed up to make a movie and an independent leap to bigger screens.
Written and produced by British filmmaker Max Marlow and directed by Madison De La Garza (“Desperate Housewives”), “Surprise” is a mystery thriller about a surprise Zoom party that turns tense when the birthday girl’s friends appear to know something she doesn’t.
The film will feature five hugely popular international TikTok actors: Laurel Toupal and Zach Cowan from the U.S., Inka Magnaye from the Philippines, Jason van Tonder from South Africa and Paige Evans from Canada.
The cast members’ popularity in their own territories and the millions of combined followers may well provide “Surprise” with an ideal built-in audience.
“It’s the first time anyone has assembled a cast of trained actors from TikTok to star in an exclusively Pov-style film,...
Written and produced by British filmmaker Max Marlow and directed by Madison De La Garza (“Desperate Housewives”), “Surprise” is a mystery thriller about a surprise Zoom party that turns tense when the birthday girl’s friends appear to know something she doesn’t.
The film will feature five hugely popular international TikTok actors: Laurel Toupal and Zach Cowan from the U.S., Inka Magnaye from the Philippines, Jason van Tonder from South Africa and Paige Evans from Canada.
The cast members’ popularity in their own territories and the millions of combined followers may well provide “Surprise” with an ideal built-in audience.
“It’s the first time anyone has assembled a cast of trained actors from TikTok to star in an exclusively Pov-style film,...
- 7/14/2021
- by Ed Meza
- Variety Film + TV
1984: The final episode of Edge of Night aired on ABC."History speaks to artists. It changes the artist's thinking and is constantly reshaping it into different and unexpected images."
― Anselm Kiefer
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1964: Daytime soap opera A Flame in the Wind premiered on ABC. Producer Joseph Hardy, whose creative efforts helped turn Love of Life into one of the top-ranking daytime dramas, changed things up for the new series.
"With most new serials it takes months to build up audience awareness," Hardy explained at the time. "The story usually doesn’t begin unfolding until long after each of the characters has been introduced. I...
― Anselm Kiefer
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1964: Daytime soap opera A Flame in the Wind premiered on ABC. Producer Joseph Hardy, whose creative efforts helped turn Love of Life into one of the top-ranking daytime dramas, changed things up for the new series.
"With most new serials it takes months to build up audience awareness," Hardy explained at the time. "The story usually doesn’t begin unfolding until long after each of the characters has been introduced. I...
- 12/28/2018
- by Roger Newcomb
- We Love Soaps
Demi Lovato spent her Christmas surrounded by her family and loved ones—especially her dogs. The "Confident" singer shared photos and videos from her Christmas Eve and Christmas morning, which included fun activities like cookie decorating on Monday night. On Tuesday morning, she and her sisters Dallas Lovato and Madison De La Garza as well as her mom Dianna De La Garza and step-dad Eddie De La Garza unwrapped presents and were elated about their gifts. All of their dogs had a huge presence in Demi's Instagram Story, including her pup Batman. She posted one selfie snuggling up with her little furball Batman as he rested his head on her chest. It looked like the comfiest of cuddle...
- 12/26/2018
- E! Online
When popstar and addiction survivor Demi Lovato relapsed over the summer, pretty much the whole world freaked out. People immediately took to Twitter to flood the social media site with messages of support and love for the singer. No one was more worried, though, than Wilmer Valderrama. The singer's ex rushed to Demi's side after she suffered a near-fatal overdose in July — and he hasn’t left it since. Over the last few months, the 38-year-old actor has made several trips to an undisclosed in-patient rehabilitation center where the pop star, 26, is currently receiving treatment, a source exclusively reveals. "Demi practically burst into tears when Wilmer offered to fly out," the source tells Life & Style. It's his support that's been helping her get back on track — just like he's helped her to do in the past. Though the couple split in 2016, the "Sober" singer has long credited the That '70s Show...
- 10/3/2018
- by Editorial Staff
- Life and Style
Demi Lovato is "doing really well" in rehab, according to her sister. It's been 60 days since the 26-year-old "Sorry Not Sorry" chart topper began treatment at an undisclosed facility, shortly after she was hospitalized for a near-fatal overdose in late July. While promoting her new movie Subject 16 yesterday, Lovato's sister, Madison De La Garza, gave Millennial Hollywood host Dakota T. Jones the latest update on the pop singer's progress. About 41 minutes into the interview, Madison revealed, "She's working really hard on her sobriety and we're all so incredibly proud of her. It's been crazy for our family. It's been a lot." But no matter what, family...
- 10/2/2018
- E! Online
Madison De La Garza is opening up about her sister, Demi Lovato, three months after her near-fatal overdose. The 16-year-old was a guest star on "Millennial Hollywood with Dakota T. Jones" and revealed how Demi is doing in rehab and how her family is processing it all. "Demi's doing, she's doing really well," the teen revealed on the show. "She's working really hard on her sobriety and we're all so incredibly proud of her." She added that it hasn't been an easy journey for her family, though. "It's been crazy for our family. It's been a lot," she said. "Um but we've been through a lot together and every single time, I mean if you read my mom's book you would know,... Every time we go through something, we always come out on the other side a hundred times stronger than before. And so we've just been um we've been so thankful for everything.
- 10/2/2018
- by Megan Heintz
- Life and Style
We're glad she's feeling better! Desperate Housewives star Marcia Cross just revealed she's healthy today following a scary battle with anal cancer. The actress, 56, took to Instagram to share a photo of herself with a sad face on while getting her short hair dyed. "So grateful and happy to be alive but sad that my hair fell out and is about one inch long now and looks cra cra," she captioned a recent Instagram selfie. "Anyone else have #HairLoss due to #Cancer? Talk to me. I feel you." View this post on Instagram So grateful and happy to be alive but sad that my hair fell out and is about 1 inch long now and looks cra cra. Anyone else have #hairloss due to #cancer? Talk to me. I feel you. Xxoo m❤️❤️❤️ A post shared by reallymarcia (@reallymarcia) on Sep 15, 2018 at 11:40am Pdt After fans immediately took to the...
- 9/27/2018
- by Samantha Faragalli
- Closer Weekly
Aug. 20 marked Demi Lovato's 26th birthday, and her 16-year-old sister, Madison De La Garza, made sure to honor Demi on her special day. Along with a childhood photo of the pair, Madison shared an emotional post, thanking God, Demi's team, and her fans for all of their support following Demi's reported drug overdose last month.
"Today could have been one of the worst days of my life . . . without all of these people I wouldn't have my big sister anymore," she wrote. Madison also shared some of her favorite memories with Demi, adding, "I wish that everyone could see the silly little things that she does, like how her nostrils move when she says certain words and when she brushes my hair behind my ear when I'm trying to sleep."
Demi was hospitalized on July 24 after she was found unconscious at her La home due to an apparent drug overdose.
"Today could have been one of the worst days of my life . . . without all of these people I wouldn't have my big sister anymore," she wrote. Madison also shared some of her favorite memories with Demi, adding, "I wish that everyone could see the silly little things that she does, like how her nostrils move when she says certain words and when she brushes my hair behind my ear when I'm trying to sleep."
Demi was hospitalized on July 24 after she was found unconscious at her La home due to an apparent drug overdose.
- 8/22/2018
- by Monica Sisavat
- Popsugar.com
Demi Lovato's family is counting their blessings. Today is the singer's 26th birthday and her family could not be more grateful to have the pop star in their lives. Her little sister, Madison De La Garza, took to Instagram to wish her sister a happy birthday, weeks after the star suffered an apparent overdose on July 24. "Today could have been one of the worst days of my life, but instead I get to spend it thanking God, the incredible doctors, Demi's team and everyone across the world who offered their support," De La Garza reflected. She continued, "I've been thinking about how I wish that everyone could see the silly little things that she does, like how her nostrils move when she says...
- 8/20/2018
- E! Online
On Monday, Aug. 20, Demi Lovato’s little sister Madison De La Garza broke her silence on her big sister's apparent overdose to wish her a happy birthday and thank God for saving her life. “Today could have been one of the worst days of my life, but instead I get to spend it thanking God, the incredible doctors, Demi’s team, and everyone across the world who offered their support — without all of these people I wouldn’t have my big sister anymore,” she wrote in an emotional Instagram post. today could have been one of the worst days of my life, but instead i get to spend it thanking God, the incredible doctors, demi's team, and everyone across the world who offered their support - without all of these people i wouldn't have my big sister anymore. i've been thinking about how i wish that everyone could see the...
- 8/20/2018
- by Editorial Staff
- Life and Style
It's all about health, now! Demi Lovato suffered a devastating overdose on July 24, and though she had many shows and appearances lined up, she's clearing her schedule to focus on her wellbeing now. That will likely include a trip back to rehab, according to friends. "Demi is not going to be doing any of her upcoming shows and all of her team was informed that they are on an indefinite hiatus," a source close to Demi told Radar. "Her family is not letting her out of their sight." The source said she's almost certain that Demi will voluntarily check herself into a treatment program following her hospitalization. "She is being cooperative with everyone around her right now." Demi is currently at Cedars-Sinai hospital surrounded by family. She was rushed there after overdosing in her home earlier today. Police were called to the scene, administered Narcan to combat the narcotics overdose,...
- 7/25/2018
- by evan real
- Life and Style
Demi Lovato's camp has broken their silence on her suspected overdose. A rep for the 25-year-old pop star tells E! News in a statement, "Demi is awake and with her family who want to express thanks to everyone for the love, prayers and support. Some of the information being reported is incorrect and they respectfully ask for privacy and not speculation as her health and recovery is the most important thing right now." As E! News exclusively reported, Demi's mother, Dianna De La Garza and 16-year-old sister, Madison De La Garza, were spotted at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles on Tuesday in the hours after she was rushed there by ambulance. At around 11:40 a.m....
- 7/25/2018
- E! Online
Demi Lovato's loved ones have gathered by her side at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles. An eyewitness tells E! News the pop star's mother, Dianna De La Garza, and 16-year-old sister, Madison De La Garza, were seen at the hospital on Tuesday afternoon. A large security presence has also gathered outside Cedars-Sinai, we're told. Lovato is currently being treated for a suspected heroin overdose. NBC News reports the 25-year-old is "stable and alert," though her exact condition is currently unknown. At around 11:40 a.m. local time, emergency personnel responded to an overdose call placed from a residence in the Hollywood Hills area. She was reportedly...
- 7/25/2018
- E! Online
Can you believe it's been six years since Desperate Housewives went off the air? We can't! One of the best parts of the long-running comedy-drama was the show's kid actors — especially Gabrielle Solis' two adorable daughters, Juanita Solis and Celia Solis. Former child star Madison De La Garza — who portrayed Gaby's eldest daughter, Juanita — first joined the series back in 2008 for the show's fifth season. At the time, Madison was just seven years old! Her character, Juanita, was a recurring role for Seasons 5 through 7 on Desperate Housewives, but in 2012's Season 8, Madison was bumped up to a series regular. So cool! Madison (far left) on Desperate Housewives. (Photo Credit: Getty Images) Following her four-year stint on the hit ABC series, Madison, now 16, continued to act and starred on popular TV shows including Good Luck Charlie, Bad Teacher, and Muertoons. In 2016, she appeared in the drama film Caged No More. Today,...
- 6/12/2018
- by Julia Birkinbine
- Closer Weekly
Chances are any Desperate Housewives viewer can name all of the Wisteria Lane ladies, the number of seasons the drama aired on ABC, and how some major characters died. But only a mega Dh fan can answer really difficult trivia questions like, for example, what is Mary Alice Young's real name? Or what is Bree Van de Kamp's house number? Or why did Mike Delfino move to Wisteria Lane in the first place? Remember Juanita Solis From 'Desperate Housewives'? See Actress Madison De La Garza Today! Think you can answer those super hard questions about the show? We're here to test your expert Desperate Housewives knowlege — scroll down to answer 20 of the hardest Dh quiz questions ever! View Survey More from Closer Weekly Pregnant Eva Longoria Can't Stop Showing off Her Growing Baby Bump — See the New Pics! See 10 'Desperate Housewives' Facts Every Die-Hard Fan Should Know! Eva...
- 4/26/2018
- by Julia Birkinbine
- Closer Weekly
She's pregnant and holding nothing back! In a new interview, Eva Longoria opened up about the statuses of the relationships of her Desperate Housewives co-stars today — and implied not everyone is friends today probably without even realizing it. The actress stopped by Jimmy Kimmel Live! on Wednesday, April 11, where she was asked about the Wisteria Lane ladies. "We're very good friends," she revealed, to which host Jimmy Kimmel replied, "All of you?" Eva's response to that question was both fierce and hilariously. "No," she quipped. "But 99 percent of us are." Hmm... Although Eva didn't name names, we have a feeling she's referring to how she, Marcia Cross, and Felicity Huffman, are not really close with Teri Hatcher anymore, six years after the show ended. In fact, the 43-year-old previously revealed that she's so close with Felicity and Marcia that they even give her great mom advice. "Oh, my gosh, Marcia...
- 4/12/2018
- by Samantha Faragalli
- Closer Weekly
She's taking a trip down Memory Lane — or in this case, Wisteria Lane! In an exclusive new interview with Closer Weekly, Desperate Housewives alum Vanessa Williams opened up about her time on the ABC drama playing Renee Perry from 2010 until 2012. "One of my favorite moments — I think it was Halloween when I got some food poisoning, and we had to do special effects makeup because my nose was supposed to be bumpy and red. It's always funny when you're playing a character that has no idea what's happening and people are always reacting," the 55-year-old said as she teamed up with WomenHeart: The National Coalition for Women with Heart Disease and Burlington stores for their #KnockOutHeartDisease campaign. "That was a funny one because we had to put prosthetics on and be goofy." (Photo Credit: Getty Images) "There were a bunch [of good episodes]. One that was a party, it was one of those...
- 3/21/2018
- by Amber Belus
- Closer Weekly
It's been years since Eva Longoria, Marcia Cross, and Felicity Huffman co-starred on Desperate Housewives together, but the trio is still super close friends today. In a new interview, Eva — who is pregnant with her first baby — gushed Marcia and Felicity have already given her invaluable mom advice. "Oh, my gosh, Marcia and Felicity have given me advice. We talk a lot. They’re always supportive and amazing moms," the 42-year-old actress recently told Us Weekly. Eva is thankful for her friends' tips, especially since she's admitted she's "not an expert" about her impending motherhood. Though Eva is preparing to be a first-time mother, Marcia, 55, is a mom to 11-year-old twins Eden and Savannah Mahoney with her husband Tom Mahoney and Felicity, also 55, has two daughters, Sofia, 17, and Georgia, 15, with her husband, William H. Macy. Marcia, Eva, and Felicity on Dh. (Photo Credit: Getty Images) In the past, Eva has...
- 3/8/2018
- by Julia Birkinbine
- Closer Weekly
She's ready to head down Wisteria Lane again! In a new interview, Desperate Housewives star Teri Hatcher opened up about doing a reboot of the hit show — and revealed she's on board for it. "I’d be the first person [to return]," she told ITV's Loose Women. "I never wanted it to be over. I love those characters." Teri played Susan Mayer on the series from 2004 until 2012. She co-starred alongside Eva Longoria (Gabrielle Solis), Felicity Huffman (Lynette Scavo), Marcia Cross (Bre Van de Camp), and Nicollette Sheridan (Edie Britt). (Photo Credit: Getty Images) However, she noted that the chances of a revival are "not very good." She explained, "Just because of the creators. It's not the women. I think the women would probably all do it." There were rumors in the past that Teri was feuding with her cast members, so she took this interview as an opportunity to address the talk.
- 3/8/2018
- by Samantha Faragalli
- Closer Weekly
1984: The final episode of The Edge of Night aired on ABC."History is a vast early warning system."
― Norman Cousins
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1964: Daytime soap opera A Flame in the Wind premiered on ABC. Producer Joseph Hardy, whose creative efforts helped turn Love of Life into one of the top-ranking daytime dramas, changed things up for the new series.
"With most new serials it takes months to build up audience awareness," Hardy explained at the time. "The story usually doesn’t begin unfolding until long after each of the characters has been introduced. I deliberately shortened this traditional build-up period with new serials by concentrating...
― Norman Cousins
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1964: Daytime soap opera A Flame in the Wind premiered on ABC. Producer Joseph Hardy, whose creative efforts helped turn Love of Life into one of the top-ranking daytime dramas, changed things up for the new series.
"With most new serials it takes months to build up audience awareness," Hardy explained at the time. "The story usually doesn’t begin unfolding until long after each of the characters has been introduced. I deliberately shortened this traditional build-up period with new serials by concentrating...
- 12/29/2017
- by Roger Newcomb
- We Love Soaps
Madison De La Garza, the younger sister of singer Demi Lovato, is turning 16. Madison De La Garza Celebrates Sweet 16 Some may remember De La Garza from her role on Desperate Housewives, as she played Eva Longoria‘s character’s daughter, Juanita Solis. The actress threw her Sweet 16 on Tuesday, even though her real birthday isn’t until Dec. […]
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- 12/21/2017
- by Hillary Luehring-Jones
- Uinterview
Demi Lovato's Little Sister and Former Desperate Housewives Star Madison De La Garza Is All Grown Up
Madison De La Garza isn't the little girl we remember from Desperate Housewives anymore... Demi Lovato's little sister played Eva Longoria's daughter, Juanita Solis, on the popular show, but now she's about to be 16 years old and looking more grown up than ever before. Madison threw her Sweet 16 last night (though her real birthday isn't until Dec. 28), celebrating alongside Demi and a bunch of her friends. Of course, her proud big sis made sure to capture the evening on Snapchat and Instagram stories, sharing a ton of pics and videos. In one photo, the sister duo smized for a selfie. Madison looked gorgeous in a white romper with a removable skirt and a tiara, while Demi opted...
- 12/19/2017
- E! Online
Madison De La Garza has grown up quite a bit since her Desperate Housewives days.
Demi Lovato's sister -- who portrayed Eva Longoria's daughter, Juanita, on the ABC drama -- turns 16 on Dec. 28, and celebrated a little early with family and friends.
The 25-year-old pop star shared pics and videos from her sibling's party on her Instagram story, which revealed how much De La Garza looks like her older sister. The birthday girl wore a sleeveless white gown with a diamond encrusted belt wrapped around her waist, while Lovato chose a sexy pin-stripe suit.
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Lovato's family went hard on the dance floor, with the "Sorry Not Sorry" singer posting videos of both her mom, Dianna, and her dad, Patrick, busting a move.
De La Garza's sweet 16 party comes just a few months after her former onscreen mother reunited with her Desperate Housewives co-star, Felicity Huffman, on the red carpet -- and Et was there!
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Demi Lovato's sister -- who portrayed Eva Longoria's daughter, Juanita, on the ABC drama -- turns 16 on Dec. 28, and celebrated a little early with family and friends.
The 25-year-old pop star shared pics and videos from her sibling's party on her Instagram story, which revealed how much De La Garza looks like her older sister. The birthday girl wore a sleeveless white gown with a diamond encrusted belt wrapped around her waist, while Lovato chose a sexy pin-stripe suit.
Lovato's family went hard on the dance floor, with the "Sorry Not Sorry" singer posting videos of both her mom, Dianna, and her dad, Patrick, busting a move.
De La Garza's sweet 16 party comes just a few months after her former onscreen mother reunited with her Desperate Housewives co-star, Felicity Huffman, on the red carpet -- and Et was there!
Check...
- 12/19/2017
- Entertainment Tonight
Demi Lovato had nothing but love for birthday girl Madison De La Garza on Monday night.
The 25-year-old “Confident” singer celebrated her sister’s sweet 16 with a series of loving (and silly) social media snaps.
“Look at how gorgeous you look! So gorgeous!” Lovato gushed as she stood by Madison’s side before the two attended Madison’s party.
Birthday girl Madison was beaming in a sleeveless silk white romper with plunging neckline and removable sheer skirt. The Desperate Housewives alum accessorized her look with a sparkly tiara and matching belt.
Lovato, meanwhile, showed off some skin in a lacy...
The 25-year-old “Confident” singer celebrated her sister’s sweet 16 with a series of loving (and silly) social media snaps.
“Look at how gorgeous you look! So gorgeous!” Lovato gushed as she stood by Madison’s side before the two attended Madison’s party.
Birthday girl Madison was beaming in a sleeveless silk white romper with plunging neckline and removable sheer skirt. The Desperate Housewives alum accessorized her look with a sparkly tiara and matching belt.
Lovato, meanwhile, showed off some skin in a lacy...
- 12/19/2017
- by Dave Quinn
- PEOPLE.com
2017-10-20T07:27:09-07:00Demi Lovato Posts Topless Selfie, Again
Former The X Factor judge Demi Lovato revealed a lot about her life and career in a new documentary, but she proved later this week that she had a lot more to reveal. The singer/actress took to Instagram to post a topless selfie, proving that she's more confident now than ever about herself and her body.
Via People.
Demi Lovato exposed her most intimate secrets in her acclaimed new YouTube documentary, Simply Complicated. And on Thursday, the 25-year-old former Disney Channel star stripped even more away — showing off her tattooed torso in a shirtless selfie on Instagram.
The shot — taken as Lovato looks in the mirror, her right arm covering her breasts and her left hand holding her phone — showed the singer looking as “Confident” as ever. For the sexy shot, she wore a pair of denim overalls,...
Former The X Factor judge Demi Lovato revealed a lot about her life and career in a new documentary, but she proved later this week that she had a lot more to reveal. The singer/actress took to Instagram to post a topless selfie, proving that she's more confident now than ever about herself and her body.
Via People.
Demi Lovato exposed her most intimate secrets in her acclaimed new YouTube documentary, Simply Complicated. And on Thursday, the 25-year-old former Disney Channel star stripped even more away — showing off her tattooed torso in a shirtless selfie on Instagram.
The shot — taken as Lovato looks in the mirror, her right arm covering her breasts and her left hand holding her phone — showed the singer looking as “Confident” as ever. For the sexy shot, she wore a pair of denim overalls,...
- 10/20/2017
- by EG
- Yidio
Demi Lovato exposed her most intimate secrets in her acclaimed new YouTube documentary, Simply Complicated. And on Thursday, the 25-year-old former Disney Channel star stripped even more away — showing off her tattooed torso in a shirtless selfie on Instagram.
The shot — taken as Lovato looks in the mirror, her right arm covering her breasts and her left hand holding her phone — showed the singer looking as “Confident” as ever. For the sexy shot, she wore a pair of denim overalls, with her long brown hair falling behind her back.
Lovato’s tattoo, which is on full display in her topless Instagram Story,...
The shot — taken as Lovato looks in the mirror, her right arm covering her breasts and her left hand holding her phone — showed the singer looking as “Confident” as ever. For the sexy shot, she wore a pair of denim overalls, with her long brown hair falling behind her back.
Lovato’s tattoo, which is on full display in her topless Instagram Story,...
- 10/20/2017
- by Dave Quinn
- PEOPLE.com
Demi Lovato has always been honest with her fans, but the singer has never been more real about the first quarter of her life — until now.
The 25-year-old star’s new documentary, Simply Complicated, which premiered on YouTube on Tuesday, provides an in-depth look at her career trajectory through never-before-seen home videos and candid talks.
From the making of her latest album, Tell Me You Love Me, and the continuing battle with her eating disorder to the aftermath of her breakup from ex-boyfriend Wilmer Valderrama and a revelation on her sexuality, Lovato holds nothing back during the seven months of...
The 25-year-old star’s new documentary, Simply Complicated, which premiered on YouTube on Tuesday, provides an in-depth look at her career trajectory through never-before-seen home videos and candid talks.
From the making of her latest album, Tell Me You Love Me, and the continuing battle with her eating disorder to the aftermath of her breakup from ex-boyfriend Wilmer Valderrama and a revelation on her sexuality, Lovato holds nothing back during the seven months of...
- 10/17/2017
- by Karen Mizoguchi
- PEOPLE.com
Demi Lovato hopes her story will help others.
During an interview on The Jonathan Ross Show on Thursday, the 25-year-old singer recalled the final intervention her family held before she finally hit "rock bottom" and decided to get sober.
The "Sorry Not Sorry" singer said that it took multiple attempts by her family for her to realize just how bad her addiction was.
Watch: Demi Lovato Claps Back After Being Criticized for Not Disclosing Her Sexuality
"The final one, everyone was like, 'We are no longer going to leave, we are leaving,'" she said. "That was the moment when I thought, ‘Ok I really need to get help and get sober.'"
"This time I knew… I had hit rock bottom and I just needed to do this for myself," the "Stone Cold" singer continued.
Lovato has always been very close to her family, especially her little sister, Madison de la Garza.
"I knew that...
During an interview on The Jonathan Ross Show on Thursday, the 25-year-old singer recalled the final intervention her family held before she finally hit "rock bottom" and decided to get sober.
The "Sorry Not Sorry" singer said that it took multiple attempts by her family for her to realize just how bad her addiction was.
Watch: Demi Lovato Claps Back After Being Criticized for Not Disclosing Her Sexuality
"The final one, everyone was like, 'We are no longer going to leave, we are leaving,'" she said. "That was the moment when I thought, ‘Ok I really need to get help and get sober.'"
"This time I knew… I had hit rock bottom and I just needed to do this for myself," the "Stone Cold" singer continued.
Lovato has always been very close to her family, especially her little sister, Madison de la Garza.
"I knew that...
- 9/30/2017
- Entertainment Tonight
It’s been over five years since Demi Lovato got sober. And like many addicts, the moment she finally decided to address her alcohol and drug abuse came when she hit “rock bottom.”
The 25-year-old singer opened up about about her dark days during an appearance on The Jonathan Ross Show airing Saturday — confessing that while her family and friends had staged a few interventions over the years, they didn’t have an impact until they finally told the star they were abandoning her.
“The final one, everyone was like, ‘We are no longer going to leave, we are leaving,...
The 25-year-old singer opened up about about her dark days during an appearance on The Jonathan Ross Show airing Saturday — confessing that while her family and friends had staged a few interventions over the years, they didn’t have an impact until they finally told the star they were abandoning her.
“The final one, everyone was like, ‘We are no longer going to leave, we are leaving,...
- 9/29/2017
- by Dave Quinn
- PEOPLE.com
Wilmer Valderrama rang in his 36th year with the help of some furry friends over the weekend Demi Lovato accompanied her boyfriend of six years to the Wolf Mountain Sanctuary in Luverne Valley, California, on Saturday, to celebrate and mingle with the shelter's residents. "Spent the day at Wolf Mountain sanctuary," Lovato, 23, wrote on Instagram. "It was unbelievable. I fell in love with the wolves there and wish I could spend more time with these beautiful, spiritual creatures." Spent the day at Wolf Mountain sanctuary.. It was unbelievable. I fell in love with the wolves there and wish I could...
- 2/1/2016
- by Lindsay Kimble, @lekimble
- PEOPLE.com
Wilmer Valderrama rang in his 36th year with the help of some furry friends over the weekend Demi Lovato accompanied her boyfriend of six years to the Wolf Mountain Sanctuary in Luverne Valley, California, on Saturday, to celebrate and mingle with the shelter's residents. "Spent the day at Wolf Mountain sanctuary," Lovato, 23, wrote on Instagram. "It was unbelievable. I fell in love with the wolves there and wish I could spend more time with these beautiful, spiritual creatures." Spent the day at Wolf Mountain sanctuary.. It was unbelievable. I fell in love with the wolves there and wish I could...
- 2/1/2016
- by Lindsay Kimble, @lekimble
- PEOPLE.com
There's no doubt about it—Demi Lovato goes wild for her boyfriend Wilmer Valderrama, especially on his birthday. The "Confident" singer had special birthday plans in mind this weekend for the most romantic member of her wolfpack. Lovato helped celebrate her longtime partner's 36th birthday with a unique outing in the great outdoors. "Spent the day at Wolf Mountain sanctuary," she wrote on her Instagram. "It was unbelievable. I fell in love with the wolves there and wish I could spend more time with these beautiful, spiritual creatures." The 23-year-old shared photos of herself, her man and her sister Madison De La Garza hanging out with the wild animals...
- 1/31/2016
- E! Online
In the latest issue of Paper magazine, celebrity siblings are stepping out of their brothers' and sisters' shadows and into the spotlight. While some celebrity siblings stay under the radar, there are a few who follow in their siblings' footsteps. Frankie Jonas (brother to Kevin, Joe, and Nick), Aliana Lohan (sister to Lindsay), Gemma Styles (sister to Harry), and Madison De La Garza (sister to Demi Lovato) all join together to tell the world a little bit more about themselves. Read on for their best quotes, and then check out the cutest celebrity siblings in Hollywood.
- 12/11/2015
- by Kelsie Gibson
- Popsugar.com
You may recognize Madison De La Garza as the little girl who played Juanita Solis, Eva Longoria’s on-screen daughter, on Desperate Housewives. Or perhaps you know her as Demi Lovato’s younger half-sister. But regardless, you probably won’t recognize her in her new photo shoot for Seventeen magazine. The now 13-year-old actress has blossomed into a stunning teen, and opened up about what it is like to be Lovato’s younger sis. "I think when people say they wish Demi Lovato was their sister, they don't realize how hard it [...]...
- 8/13/2015
- Us Weekly
For some Lovatics, having the chance to be Demi Lovato's sister for just one day could cause a "Heart Attack." But for Madison De La Garza, it's her reality 24-7. The 13-year-old beauty appears in the September issue of Seventeen magazine where she happily dishes about life with a famous sibling. Despite busy schedules, the twosome can't help but always stay in contact. "I think when people say they wish Demi Lovato was their sister, they don't realize how hard it is to be related to someone who's constantly away on tour," she admitted in the publication. "But she's good at making time for me. We text constantly." When the pair is together and away from...
- 8/12/2015
- E! Online
Eva Longoria's TV daughter is all grown up! Madison De La Garza played little Juanita Solis for four years on "Desperate Housewives," starring on the ABC series from 2008 until its end in 2012 -- and is the real life half-sister of singer Demi Lovato. Now 13, the actress is opening up about growing up in the spotlight -- and how having a famous sibling comes with its own series perks and drawbacks. "I think when people say they wish Demi Lovato was their sister, they don’t realize how hard it is to be related to someone who's constantly away on tour," she tells Seventeen. "But she’s good at making time for me. We text constantly, and whenever she sees a funny tweet, she’ll screenshot it and send it to our family group message. "When Demi is home, our relationship is just like any sisters’," she continues. "We get...
- 8/12/2015
- by tooFab Staff
- TooFab
Demi’s family threatened to move away with her little sister, Madison, while she was struggling with eating disorders, using drugs, and cutting so she would not be exposed to that influence. In order to save her relationship with her sister, Demi was inspired to change her ways ‘overnight.’
Demi Lovato revealed in a shocking new installment of her interview with Access Hollywood that her cocaine use and addiction was so bad, she was not even allowed to see her now 11-year-old little sister, Madison De La Garza. Her mother, Dianna, even threatened to take the family away from the Hollywood scene and go back to their home state of Texas without Demi, because she didn’t want her to be around as a bad influence.
Demi Lovato Addiction: Little Sister Almost Taken Away During My Drug Use
Demi, 21, explained that the intervention she needed during her 2010 drug use was...
Demi Lovato revealed in a shocking new installment of her interview with Access Hollywood that her cocaine use and addiction was so bad, she was not even allowed to see her now 11-year-old little sister, Madison De La Garza. Her mother, Dianna, even threatened to take the family away from the Hollywood scene and go back to their home state of Texas without Demi, because she didn’t want her to be around as a bad influence.
Demi Lovato Addiction: Little Sister Almost Taken Away During My Drug Use
Demi, 21, explained that the intervention she needed during her 2010 drug use was...
- 12/12/2013
- by Kristine Hope Kowalski
- HollywoodLife
Demi Lovato recently had some life-changing news -- she found out about an older half-sister she never knew she had.
"The X Factor" judge was doing an interview on Wbli's "Dana & Jeffrey in the Morning" to promote her new single, "Heart Attack," when the host asked Lovato if there was anything she wants to talk about "before TMZ gets a hold of it." And Lovato did, indeed, have quite the tidbit for her fans.
"I just got to know I have an older sister that I have never known in my whole life. She's in her thirties," says Lovato. "She's my half-sister, but I talked to her for the very first time in my life around when I turned 20."
"I asked her, 'Why haven't you ever contacted me?' She just said, 'Well, because I never wanted you to think that I wanted anything from you. So I've just kind...
"The X Factor" judge was doing an interview on Wbli's "Dana & Jeffrey in the Morning" to promote her new single, "Heart Attack," when the host asked Lovato if there was anything she wants to talk about "before TMZ gets a hold of it." And Lovato did, indeed, have quite the tidbit for her fans.
"I just got to know I have an older sister that I have never known in my whole life. She's in her thirties," says Lovato. "She's my half-sister, but I talked to her for the very first time in my life around when I turned 20."
"I asked her, 'Why haven't you ever contacted me?' She just said, 'Well, because I never wanted you to think that I wanted anything from you. So I've just kind...
- 3/6/2013
- by editorial@zap2it.com
- Pop2it
Demi Lovato's Christmas list just got one name longer.The 20-year-old singer just revealed she has a sister she never knew existed until 2012!"I have an older sister that I've never known my whole life," she told Wbli Radio earlier today. "She's in her 30s. She's my half-sister. I talked to her for the very first time in my life around when I turned 20."Fyi: Demi turned 20 last August."I asked her, 'Why haven't you ever contacted me?'" Lovato continues. "She said 'Well, because I never wanted you to think that I wanted anything from you. So I've just been waiting to see if you wanted a relationship.'"Demi already has two other sisters (that she knows about), 25-year-old Dallas and 11-year-old Madison De La Garza, who played one of Eva Longoria's daughter on "Desperate Housewives."Pretty surprising news to learn after 20 years, isn't it? See...
- 3/6/2013
- by tooFab Staff
- TooFab
Taking control of her own rumor mill, Demi Lovato revealed a personal secret during a radio interview on Tuesday (March 5).
Speaking on the Wbli "Dana & Jeffrey" show, the Heart Attack singer divulged, "I have an older sister that I’ve never known my whole life. She’s in her 30s. She’s my half-sister but I talked to her for the very first time in my life around when I turned 20.”
Though estranged from her father, the 20-year-old songstress was eager to connect with her kin, adding, "I asked her, I said ‘Why haven’t you ever contacted me?’ and she just said ‘Well because I never wanted you think that I wanted anything from you… I’ve just been kinda of waiting to see if you wanted a relationship.’ I just thought that was so incredible… I have a third sister that I didn’t know until this year.
Speaking on the Wbli "Dana & Jeffrey" show, the Heart Attack singer divulged, "I have an older sister that I’ve never known my whole life. She’s in her 30s. She’s my half-sister but I talked to her for the very first time in my life around when I turned 20.”
Though estranged from her father, the 20-year-old songstress was eager to connect with her kin, adding, "I asked her, I said ‘Why haven’t you ever contacted me?’ and she just said ‘Well because I never wanted you think that I wanted anything from you… I’ve just been kinda of waiting to see if you wanted a relationship.’ I just thought that was so incredible… I have a third sister that I didn’t know until this year.
- 3/6/2013
- GossipCenter
Though the two claim to be 'just friends', Niall's meeting with Demi's family at the Santa Monica Pier over the weekend isn't doing much to put those dating rumors to rest! Could this be a match made in pop music heaven? Just days after One Direction's Niall Horan admitted to using Skype to chat with Demi Lovato on Ryan Seacrest's radio show, the teen heartthrob was seen spending time with the X-Factor judge's sisters! Niall reportedly met Dallas Lovato and Madison De La Garza, known for her role as Eva Longoria's daughter on Desperate Housewives, at the Santa Monica Pier over the weekend. Judging by Dallas' Twitter account, Niall made quite the impression on Demi's family! She tweeted, "Best day ever at the pier w/ @ambermontana111 and @Maddielovesyou1! Nice meeting u @NiallOfficial sry if I embarrassed u ;)". We're not sure exactly what could turn the teen pop...
- 6/19/2012
- by aubrey sieder
- HollywoodLife
Demi Lovato didn't just lighten her locks—she dyed the tips of her hair hot pink! The 19-year-old singer and X Factor judge debuted her sassy new 'do during a round of auditions in San Francisco over the weekend. So what did Demi's cohost Simon Cowell think about her trendy tresses? He loved 'em. "Yay!! Simon approves of my pink hair!!" the former Disney star tweeted Saturday, along with a pic of the former American Idol judge giving her a thumbs up. Her 10-year-old kid sister, Madison De La Garza, wanted some credit for inspiring Demi's new look. "For the record, @ddlovato copied my hair," Madison tweeted (and Demi good-naturedly...
- 6/18/2012
- E! Online
Mary Alice: "Orson Hodge had always known one thing, Bree Van de Kamp was the perfect woman for him. When he was sick she nursed him back to health...and when he suffered a terrible injury she did things he couldn't. So now that Bree was suffering Orson intended to take care of her." Bree (Marcia Cross) tells Orson (Kyle MacLachlan) how she was abandoned by her friends after the dinner party. Mary Alice (Brenda Strong) "Yes Orson Hodge knew that Bree was the perfect woman for him and now that he had her back, he had no intention of letting her go." Mary Alice: "Lynette Scavo had discovered the silver lining of separation; shared custody. For three glorious days a week, she had no child demanding her attentions. No one to set an example for, and plenty of time to exercise - but Lynette forgot when it comes to being a mother,...
- 4/13/2012
- by mhasan@corp.popstar.com (Mila Hasan)
- PopStar
Mary Alice: "Being in love can bring out the worst in people...they may become stingy - hostile - or simply indifferent. But in the beginning when love is still a promise, people can bring their best to the table." Frank (Patrick Fabian) had the best date of his life with Lynette (Felicity Huffman) and she suggests dessert at her place and gets the signals crossed since dessert means something else to him. Lynette; "I was a total whore in college." Mary Alice: "Yes the promise of love can bring out the best in us...unless we find that we're a little out of practice." Mary Alice (Brenda Strong) "After a disaster every housewife has her own way of coping - some turn to drink, sweets, the people they trust the most." Gaby (Eva Longoria) is surprised at Lynette jumping into bed with someone new and Susan (Teri Hatcher...
- 4/9/2012
- by mhasan@corp.popstar.com (Mila Hasan)
- PopStar
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