Colleen Ballinger

Biography

Colleen Ballinger, born on November 21, 1986, in Santa Barbara, California, is an American comedian and actress best known for her character Miranda Sings. She graduated from Azusa Pacific University in 2008 after attending San Marcos High School. Ballinger began her career performing for Disney from 2007 to 2009 and providing coaching in voice and movement. In 2008, she launched her YouTube channel, showcasing Miranda Sings, a satirical character known for her off-key singing and humorous rants about critics. The channel has garnered over 2 million subscribers and more than 200 million views. Since 2009, Ballinger has performed Miranda's cabaret act in various cities worldwide. She has also appeared in musical productions and web series, including "Victorious" and "Dr. Fubalous." In addition to her online presence, she has contributed to several musical albums.