Born on October 30, 1988, in Honolulu, Hawaii, she is an American actress and singer. She gained fame for her role as Mona Vanderwaal on the television series "Pretty Little Liars." Beginning her career on Broadway as Young Cosette in "Les Misérables," she transitioned to television and film, appearing in projects like "Bratz: The Movie" and "To All the Boys I've Loved Before." With a background in music, she also competed on "Dancing with the Stars," showcasing her diverse talents.