May 21, 2026

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Sofia Carson reflects on her journey from flamenco dancing at age five to Hollywood leading lady, opening up about discovering her love for acting, music and storytelling at a young age and the discipline that shaped her career long before her breakout roles. She looks back on the success of Descendants, balancing music and acting, and the pressure and gratitude that came with becoming a role model for young audiences. Sofia also shares how projects like Purple Hearts, My Oxford Year and Feel The Beat pushed her creatively, why storytelling continues to guide every career decision she makes and how she’s stepping into a new chapter as both an actor and producer.

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