Rowan Blanchard

Rowan Blanchard is an American actress renowned for her role as Riley Matthews on the Disney Channel's "Girl Meets World" and her advocacy in feminism and social justice.

Born on October 14, 2001, in Los Angeles, California, Rowan Blanchard grew up in a family connected to the arts. Her parents, both yoga instructors, introduced her to mindfulness at a young age. With a diverse heritage, Blanchard was exposed to a creative and multicultural environment.

Apart from acting, Rowan Blanchard is known for her activism, particularly in feminism, LGBTQ+ advocacy, and human rights. She has contributed writings to various publications and has an interest in fashion and design.

Rowan Blanchard aims to continue both her acting and activism, choosing projects aligning with her values and potentially expanding into writing and directing.

Rowan Blanchard gained attention with her role as Riley Matthews on "Girl Meets World" from 2014 to 2017. Her career includes film roles in "Spy Kids: All the Time in the World" and "A Wrinkle in Time." She appeared in "The Goldbergs" and has advocated for significant social issues.

Her performance in "Girl Meets World" earned her nominations for the Young Artist Awards and Teen Choice Awards. Additionally, she has spoken at the UN Women and US National Committee’s conference, bolstering her reputation as an influential young activist.