Josie Loren

If life imitated art, then Josie Loren's passion for acting mirrored that of her breakout television character's dedication to Olympic-level athleticism on "Make It or Break It!" The actress launched her career with supporting roles on television shows like "Hannah Montana" (Disney Channel, 2006-11) and in feature films like "17 Again" (2009), as well as balanced a fulltime college schedule while pursuing her acting dreams. She quickly became a household name after starring on the ABC Family drama "Make It or Break It!" (2009-12), which followed the adventures of a group of young gymnasts hoping to make it to the Olympics. Loren's portrayal of a dedicated athlete faced with real-life issues - from maintaining friendships to battling eating disorders - struck a chord with millions of viewers who acknowledged her as a rising Hollywood star and, even more importantly, a positive role model for young viewers.