Emily Osment Bio
Emily Jordan Osment (born March 10, 1992) is an American actress, songwriter, and singer. Born and raised in Los Angeles, Osment began her career as a child actress, appearing in numerous television shows and films, before co-starring as Gerti Giggles in Spy Kids 2: The Island of Lost Dreams (2002) and Spy Kids 3-D: Game Over (2003). She gained recognition for her role as Lilly Truscott on the Disney Channel television series Hannah Montana (2006–2011) and its film Hannah Montana: The Movie (2009).
Early Life and Background
Emily Jordan Osment was born on March 10, 1992, in Los Angeles, California, to actor Michael Eugene Osment and Theresa Osment, an English teacher. She was raised in a Roman Catholic household and attended Chandler Elementary School in Pasadena. Emily has an older brother, Haley Joel Osment, who is an Academy Award-nominated actor. Her family’s involvement in the entertainment industry provided her with early exposure to acting and performance.
Path to Hollywood
Osment’s entry into the entertainment industry began in 1997 when she was cast in a commercial for the flower delivery company FTD. She appeared in many commercials, which led to her acting debut in the 1999 film The Secret Life of Girls, starring Eugene Levy and Linda Hamilton. The same year, she co-starred with Glenn Close in the Hallmark Classic television film Sarah, Plain and Tall: Winter’s End, earning a Young Artist Award nomination. She also made a brief appearance in the Smash Mouth music video All Star as the girl in the referee uniform.
Emily Osment Career
Early Career (1997–2005)
Emily Osment’s film career took off with her role as Gerti Giggles in Spy Kids 2: The Island of Lost Dreams in 2002, for which she won the Young Artist Award for Best Performance in a Feature Film. She reprised her role in Spy Kids 3-D: Game Over in 2003, which grossed $197 million worldwide. During this time, she also voiced characters in Lilo & Stitch 2: Stitch Has a Glitch and Edward Fubbwupper Fibbed Big.
Breakthrough (2005–2009)
In 2005, Osment landed the role of Lilly Truscott in the Disney Channel series Hannah Montana, where she played Miley Cyrus’s best friend. The series premiere scored record ratings for the Disney Channel, attracting 5.4 million viewers. Osment’s performance earned her a nomination for a Young Artist Award in 2007 for Best Performance in a TV Series. She also contributed to the show’s music, recording several songs for its soundtrack, including a duet with Mitchel Musso.
Notable Works and Milestones
Osment’s signature work includes her role in Hannah Montana, which defined her early career. She also starred in the Disney Channel original movie Dadnapped and the film Soccer Mom, and was recognized as one of Parade magazine’s and Forbes’ Hot Kid Stars to Watch.
Emily Osment Award Nominations
Throughout her career, Emily Osment has received several nominations, including multiple Teen Choice Award nominations for her role in Young & Hungry and a Screen Actors Guild Award nomination for her ensemble performance in The Kominsky Method.
Emily Osment Awards Won
Emily Osment has won several awards, including the Young Artist Award for Best Performance in a Feature Film for her role in Spy Kids 2: The Island of Lost Dreams.
Emily Osment Family
Emily Osment is the daughter of actor Michael Eugene Osment and Theresa Osment. She has one sibling, her brother Haley Joel Osment, who is also an actor.
Personal Life
Emily Osment has been in several relationships, including a notable one with actor Jimmy Tatro from 2013 to 2015. She was engaged to Jack Anthony in June 2023 and married him in October 2024. However, she filed for divorce five months later in March 2025. Osment is also known for her philanthropic efforts, including her work with anti-bullying organizations and environmental initiatives.
