Manhattan Beach Teen Stars In Disney Channel's Newest Show

MANHATTAN BEACH, CA -- When the new Disney Channel comedy series "Andi Mack" debuts on Friday, there will be a familiar face as the lead on the show.

Manhattan Beach's Peyton Elizabeth Lee was cast to play the title role, a role that she first auditioned for when she was 10 years old.

The show centers on 13-year-old Andi Mack who has an overprotective family and whose life was turned upside down when she discovered a family secret. The show is written by Terri Minsky, the creator of the Disney Channel's hit series "Lizzie McGuire."

The Manhattan Beach Middle schooler, who will turn 13 in May, said she and the character have something in common in that she too is striving to find her place in the world.

“I think that's something that everybody goes through and turning 13 is a huge part of that process, becoming a young adult if you will, you're finding out where do you fit in life?" Lee told the Beach Reporter. “I think that's something that is really special and important for everyone to know that they are not the only people thinking that. They are not alone finding where they belong.”

Acting runs in her blood. Lee is the daughter of actor Andrew T. Lee, who has appeared in a string of TV shows, including "General Hospital."

"Andi Mack" premieres at 8:30 p.m. Friday on the Disney Channel.

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