Remember this name: Demi Lovato. At the ripe old age of 15, she’s the next Miley Cyrus (or Vanessa Hudgens, take your pick), and she’s currently stealing the show from the Jonas Brothers in Disney’s latest insta-hit, Camp Rock. Super-talented and cute as Katy Perry in a panda jumper, here are a few reasons why she’s on the brink of tween star breakoutdom (and not in the acne way):
She’s Got ‘Star’ Genes: This girl was genetically predetermined to go into showbiz — her mom was apparently a Dallas Cowboys cheerleader, and her dad was a country singer.
She’s Got Years Of Experience: Despite being three years away from the right to vote or serve her country, Demi’s already been in the biz for nine years. She got her first acting gig at age six, as a regular on Barney & Friends, and hasn’t looked back since. Next up for Demi? She’s recording her first record album and gearing up for a starring role on Disney’s new live action series, Welcome to Mollywood.
She Could Destroy You In Guitar Hero: In addition to acting and singing, Demi’s been playing the piano and guitar since she was just 11. Which means she knew how to play “Stairway to Heaven” before most of her peers could spell “Led Zeppelin.” Still think you could out-battle her in GH? Game on.
She’s Going To Have The Best “Super Sweet 16″ Ever: Turns out Demi and the Jonas Brothers are more than just co-stars — they’re also BFF. Which explains why she’s opening for the sibling trio on their “Burning Up” tour this summer. Plus, she’s readying her debut album, with some songwriting help from Jonas Brothers. Even better? Demi’s already hard at work filming her next soon-to-be-hit movie with her other bestie (and fellow tween queen-in-training) Selena Gomez.
+ Need more reasons to worship Demi? Check out these recent paparazzi pics (nice vintage New Kids shirt!) and admire the fact that she sings, acts, plays guitar AND dresses better than you. Then stay tuned. Because we have a feeling you’ll be hearing lots more about this one…