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How Bridgit Mendler went from Disney star to space start-up CEO: the former child actor was on Wizards of Waverly Place, launched a pop career ... and is now juggling two degrees at Harvard and MIT
STORYCarolina Malis
- Mendler hit TV stardom with Wizards of Waverly Place and Good Luck Charlie on the Disney Channel, and then made international pop charts with her music
- After several years of studying at USC and MIT, Mendler now heads up space satellite data start-up company Northwood Space, which aims to craft an effective data highway between Earth and space
In a dazzling twist that could only belong in a modern-day fairy tale, Bridgit Mendler has danced gracefully across the stages of Disney stardom, music and academia. Now, ever-exploring new frontiers, she’s heading up a firm that’s at the cutting-edge of space technology.
Far from being typecast as just another Disney alum, Mendler has showcased remarkable versatility, proving that when armed with boundless talent and an inquisitive spirit, the world truly is your oyster.
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Here’s a look back at her career evolution, her return to education and her love life so far.
How Bridgit Mendler got her start on the Disney Channel
Mendler, 31, first captured hearts as a charismatic youngster on Disney Channel, bringing life to popular key characters in Wizards of Waverly Place and Good Luck Charlie, quickly rising to fame. She got her first role on the network at age 17.
Her charm and talent made her a favourite among audiences worldwide, but it was her role in the Disney Channel original movie Lemonade Mouth that truly showcased her versatility, blending acting with singing and setting the stage for a career that would soon blossom beyond the boundaries of teen stardom.
Her music career was just as successful
