Annabella Avery Thorne was born on October 8, 1997, in Pembroke Pines, Florida, USA. The American actress, singer, model, and director rose to prominence as CeCe Jones on Disney Channel's Shake It Up (2010–2013). Beginning her career as a child model at six weeks old, she appeared in commercials for major brands including KFC, Tommy Hilfiger, and Barbie. Before her Disney breakthrough, Thorne gained critical recognition for roles in Dirty Sexy Money and My Own Worst Enemy, winning a Young Artist Award. She has since starred in films including The DUFF, Blended, and Midnight Sun, and led the drama series Famous in Love. Beyond acting, Thorne pursued music, releasing multiple EPs and singles, and authored the bestselling book Life of a Wannabe Mogul: Mental Disarray. She made her directorial debut with Her & Him in 2019. With over 25 million Instagram followers, Thorne has become a fashion and beauty influencer. She is known for her advocacy work supporting dyslexia awareness and LGBTQ+ rights. Her bold, experimental style and boundary-pushing content have made her a notable figure in entertainment and digital media Watch Bella Thorne's exclusive content in HD on OnlyFre, updated 2026.