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Bailee Madison

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At just 14, Bailee Madison is already one of the most proficient actresses in the business, effortlessly executing both dramatic and comedic roles, as well as establishing her presence in the world of philanthropy. With inherent charm, sharp intelligence and a vibrant personality, Madison is a multitalented actress who has showcased her talent across the board. 

Presently, Madison can be seen on the ABC sitcom "Trophy Wife" as a teenager rebelling against her parents and step mom. She recently appeared on the big screen in a starring role as the daughter of Marisa Tomei and the granddaughter of Bette Midler and Billy Crystal in 20th Century Fox and Walden Media's "Parental Guidance," released on Christmas Day 2012. Prior to this, in August 2011, she was the star of producer Guillermo Del Toro's thriller "Don't Be Afraid of the Dark" with Katie Holmes and Guy Pearce where she played a withdrawn child being haunted by insatiable demons. 

In 2009, Madison delivered one of the most sought out performances from a child actress under the age of 10, earning her a Critics Choice Movie Award nomination for her work in Jim Sheridan's film "Brothers" opposite Tobey Maguire, Natalie Portman, and Jake Gyllenhaal. She also played the young Betty Ann Waters in Fox Searchlight's "Conviction" with Hilary Swank and Minnie Driver. Her other films include "Letters to God" and the Hallmark Channel Original Movies "A Taste of Romance" with Teri Polo and "Smart Cookies" with Patricia Richardson. For her role in Columbia Pictures' comedy "Just Go With It" with Adam Sandler and Jennifer Aniston, Madison earned rave reviews in "The Wall Street Journal" article titled "How 11-Year- Old Bailee Madison Stole Adam Sandler's Movie." 

Madison also captured audiences' hearts with her role as May Belle in Disney's "Bridge to Terabithia" and has left lasting impressions with her performances in the independent film "Phoebe in Wonderland," starring Felicity Huffman and Elle Fanning and on television in NBC's "Law & Order: SVU." She appeared as Maxine in Disney Channel's "Wizards of Waverly Place" for its fourth and final season & has a recurring role in ABC's hit series "Once Upon A Time" as young Snow White. Madison's independent film "Cowgirls n' Angels" will be released in 2013. She stars as Ida Clayton, a young girl with a knack for horse riding, who, on a search for her father, finds an unconventional family in the rodeo circuit. 

A driven and talented young actress, Madison is equally committed to using her public profile to raise awareness for those less fortunate. Between filming major motion pictures, Madison has been devoting her time and energy to Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation, an organization that encourages children nationwide to raise money to find a cure for childhood cancer through running their own lemonade stands. In 2011, "Variety" named Madison an honoree for her philanthropic efforts at the "Variety Power Of Youth Awards," which pays homage to the industry's most talented young activists and in 2012 ALSF named Madison their national Youth Spokesperson.

Bailee Madison also stars in the Hallmark Channel Original Series "Good Witch."

Discover more Hallmark Channel movies starring Bailee Madison here!

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