At 26, Sabrina Carpenter has evolved from a Disney Channel star into an internationally acclaimed Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, actress, and cultural icon.
With a No. 1 album, award-winning singles, sold-out tours, brand partnerships, and bold artistic statements, she continues to reshape the pop landscape. Her upcoming album, Man’s Best Friend, and rumored phone-free concerts promise to keep fans and critics on the edge of their seats.
Sabrina Carpenter Biography
Sabrina Annlynn Carpenter, commonly known as Sabrina Carpenter was born on May 11, 1999, in Quakertown, Pennsylvania. She was raised by her mother, a former dancer turned chiropractor, and her father, a musician, Sabrina grew up immersed in art and performance.
As a child, she started dance classes at age two and took vocal lessons by six. Homeschooled, she balanced academics with creative pursuits, uploading covers to YouTube that caught attention early.
Acting Breakthrough: Girl Meets World and Early Roles
Carpenter’s breakthrough came in 2014 at age 15, when she landed the role of Maya Hart on Disney’s hit series Girl Meets World, a spinoff of Boy Meets World.
Over three seasons, she solidified her reputation, while also making guest appearances on shows like Law & Order: SVU and Orange Is the New Black. Her screen credits soon expanded to include roles in Adventures in Babysitting (2016), The Hate U Give (2018), Tall Girl (2019), Work It (2020), and the indie The Short History of the Long Road (2019).
Branding, Advocacy & Personal Style
Carpenter’s presence extends beyond music into fashion and advocacy. In 2025, she launched a fragrance line called “Essence of Sabrina” and earned roles in high-profile brand campaigns. She also partnered with Dunkin’ to release a viral “Brown Sugar Shakin’ Espresso” drink.
Alongside her commercial ventures, she champions mental health awareness and women’s empowerment, aligning with nonprofits to support young people facing anxiety and depression.
Musical Evolution & Chart-Topping Success
After debuting with “Can’t Blame a Girl for Trying” (2014) under Hollywood Records, Carpenter released a string of albums: Eyes Wide Open (2015), Evolution (2016), Singular Acts I & II (2018–19), Emails I Can’t Send (2022), and Short n’ Sweet (2024).
Sabrina’s 2024 release was a game-changer debuting at No. 1 on Billboard 200, producing multiple top-3 Hot 100 hits (“Espresso”, “Please Please Please”, “Taste”) and winning two Grammy Awards at the 2025 ceremony (Best Pop Vocal Album, Best Pop Solo Performance).
She’s currently building anticipation for her seventh studio album, Man’s Best Friend (out August 29, 2025). The lead single, “Manchild”, topped charts in the U.S., UK, and Ireland; though its provocative album cover sparked conversation and controversy.
Record-Breaking Tours & Live Innovation
Following her musical triumphs, Sabrina launched the Short n’ Sweet Tour (2024-2025), her first global arena tour featuring 72 shows across North America and Europe, including sold-out nights at Madison Square Garden and two performances at London’s BST Hyde Park.
Ahead of her next album, she continues to innovate live: in June 2025, she hinted she might ban phones from her concerts to enhance intimacy and engagement—a move inspired by her experience at a Silk Sonic show. Additionally, she’s one of three female headliners at Primavera Sound 2025, joining Charli XCX and Chappell Roan in a landmark “pop girl summer” moment.
