Emily Jordan Osment has spent nearly three decades in entertainment, building one of the most sustainable careers among former Disney Channel stars. Best known as Lilly Truscott on Hannah Montana, she’s proven her versatility across acting, music, and voice work. As of 2025, she stars in the CBS sitcom Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage, showing she’s far more than her teenage roles.
Born March 10, 1992, in Los Angeles to actor Michael Eugene Osment and teacher Theresa Osment, Emily entered show business at age five. Her brother Haley Joel Osment earned an Academy Award nomination for The Sixth Sense
, but Emily carved her own path through Disney fame, indie music as Bluebiird, and a long partnership with producer Chuck Lorre. Her 28-year SAG-AFTRA membership represents rare longevity for someone who started as a child.
Quick Facts
| Category | Details |
| Full Name | Emily Jordan Osment |
| Date of Birth | March 10, 1992 |
| Age | 33 years old (as of 2025) |
| Height | 5’3″ (1.60 m) |
| Net Worth | Estimated $3 million |
| Occupation | Actress, Singer, Voice Artist |
| Music Alias | Bluebiird |
| Notable Role | Lilly Truscott (Hannah Montana) |
| Current Show | Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage |
| Marital Status | Divorced (2025) |
| Ex-Husband | Jack Anthony (married Oct 2024, divorced March 2025) |
| Siblings | Haley Joel Osment (actor) |
| Years Active | 1997–present |
Early Life and Background
Emily Osment grew up watching her brother become Hollywood famous, but she wasn’t forced into acting. She started at five because she genuinely loved it, comparing the experience to learning to ride a bike without fear of falling. Her mother worked as an English teacher while her father pursued acting, giving Emily a balanced view of the industry.
She attended Chandler Elementary School in Pasadena before enrolling at Occidental College in Eagle Rock. After completing two years toward a theater major, she left for the lead role in Young & Hungry.
Her first job came in 1997 with an FTD flower commercial. Early guest spots on Friends (as Lelani Mayolanofavich) and 3rd Rock from the Sun gave her professional experience before bigger opportunities arrived. These small roles taught her set etiquette and timing that would serve her throughout her career.
Career Beginnings (1997-2005)
Emily’s film debut came in 1999 with The Secret Life of Girls. That same year, she worked alongside Glenn Close in the Hallmark film Sarah, Plain and Tall: Winter’s End, earning a Young Artist Award nomination. The recognition proved she had genuine talent beyond family connections.
Her breakthrough arrived in 2002 as Gerti Giggles in Spy Kids 2: Island of Lost Dreams. Writer-director Robert Rodriguez was so impressed by her audition that he expanded the role—remarkably, without knowing she was Haley Joel Osment’s sister. She won a Young Artist Award for the performance and returned for Spy Kids 3-D: Game Over (2003), which grossed over $197 million worldwide.
Between these film roles, she appeared on Touched by an Angel and provided voices for Lilo & Stitch 2: Stitch Has a Glitch. This early diversity in her resume—mixing live-action with voice acting became a pattern that defined her career. She wasn’t limiting herself to one type of work.
Hannah Montana Era (2006-2011)
In 2005, casting directors chose Emily as Lilly Truscott, best friend to Miley Cyrus’s character on Disney Channel’s Hannah Montana. The series premiere drew 5.4 million viewers according to The Crimson, numbers that shocked network executives. The show ran four seasons (2006-2011) and spawned a theatrical film in 2009, making Emily internationally recognizable.
Balancing fame with normal teenage life proved challenging. Ten-hour workdays followed by four hours of homework, then live audience tapings, with 45-minute drives each direction.The show’s success led to merchandising opportunities, including helping design the Hannah Montana Disney clothing collection in summer 2006.
She co-hosted the Walt Disney World Christmas Day Parade in 2007 with Mitchel Musso. These side projects taught her the business side of entertainment while she was still a teenager.
Film Career
Emily Osment’s film work extends beyond her Spy Kids fame. In 2018, she appeared in the short film Tea Time with Mr. Patterson, which won her Best Supporting Actress at the Sunny Side Up Film Festival. The independent project showed casting directors she could handle material outside mainstream Hollywood.
She took on darker roles like portraying real-life criminal Magan Fieramusca in the 2023 Lifetime movie Stolen Baby: The Murder of Heidi Broussard. These “Ripped from the Headlines” films require sensitivity when depicting true crime. Her performance balanced the serious subject matter with the made-for-TV format.
Holiday television movies like Christmas Wonderland (2018) and A Very Merry Bridesmaid (2021) gave her producing experience. She served as executive producer on Christmas Wonderland, learning the business side while starring in lighter seasonal content. This mix of genres keeps her marketable across different audiences.
Music Career
Emily Osment began recording with Disney soundtracks, including her 2007 duet “If I Didn’t Have You” with Mitchel Musso for DisneyMania 6. Her 2008 cover of “Once Upon a Dream” showcased her vocals to the Disney Channel audience. These early recordings positioned her as a potential crossover artist.
In 2009, she signed with Wind-Up Records and released the EP All the Right Wrongs. “I listen to a lot of Alanis Morissette, I kind of got inspired from her and her song ‘Jagged Little Pill,'” Emily explained about her musical direction. Her debut album Fight or Flight arrived in 2010 with heavier guitars and drums than typical teen pop.
“Let’s Be Friends” reached No. 31 on the Billboard Hot Dance Club Play chart while “Lovesick” peaked at No. 67 in the UK. She toured internationally in 2010 across North America, Europe, and Latin America. After leaving Wind-Up Records, she took a music hiatus before returning in 2019 as Bluebiird, releasing “Black Coffee Morning” on International Women’s Day and the EP When I Loved You that September with an indie-folk sound.
Voice Acting Career
Voice acting was Emily’s first professional love. She voiced Kendall Perkins on Disney XD’s Kick Buttowski: Suburban Daredevil (2010-2012) and Ruth Cochamer on Family Guy (2012-2021) across multiple seasons. She also led the cast as the titular character in Rainbow Brite (2014).
Her work in Dead End: Paranormal Park (2022) came during the pandemic. “I worked on Dead End: Paranormal Park during covid, when the world was so bleak, and I still got to drive to Burbank and sit in an isolated sound booth and play a little demon from the underworld,” she said. “It was massively therapeutic.”
She provided English dub voices for From Up on Poppy Hill (2013) as Nobuko Yokoyama and voiced characters in Surviving Sid (2008).
Television Success After Disney
Emily Osment navigated the difficult transition from child star to adult actress more successfully than most. She starred as Gabi Diamond in Freeform’s Young & Hungry (2014-2018), produced by Ashley Tisdale. The show ran five seasons and earned her three Teen Choice Award nominations, proving she could carry a series as an adult.
Her 2011 ABC Family film Cyberbully tackled internet harassment. The film drew 3.4 million viewers and earned her a Prism Award and Canadian Screen Award.
She appeared in Chuck Lorre’s Mom (2015-2016) as Jodi, a recovering addict who dies from an overdose. “Getting to play a tragic character on a sitcom is a rarity,” Emily said. “I learned more in the few weeks I was on that show than the last twenty five years I’ve been doing this” working alongside Allison Janney.
The Chuck Lorre Partnership
Emily’s relationship with producer Chuck Lorre began in 2011 with a single Two and a Half Men episode. That appearance led to recurring work across his shows: Mom, The Kominsky Method, Young Sheldon, and now Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage.
Her role as Theresa in The Kominsky Method (2018-2021) earned her two Screen Actors Guild Award nominations for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series.
This 14-year partnership demonstrates unusual trust in the television industry. Working across five Chuck Lorre productions has given her steady employment while many actors struggle between jobs.
Young Sheldon and Current Success
In 2022, Emily joined Young Sheldon as Mandy McAllister, a weather girl who becomes pregnant by the much-younger Georgie Cooper (Montana Jordan). She was promoted to series regular for season six.
The role led to Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage, which premiered October 17, 2024, on CBS. The show has averaged 13.3 million viewers across linear and streaming, according to Los Angeles Times and CBS figures.
The series marks a unique achievement—transitioning from single-camera (Young Sheldon) back to multi-camera format with a live studio audience. The show has been renewed for a second season.
Net Worth and Financial Status
According to Celebrity Net Worth, Emily Osment’s net worth is estimated at $3 million. This wealth accumulated through nearly three decades of consistent work across multiple entertainment sectors. Her Disney Channel years with Hannah Montana provided substantial earnings during her teens.
Income streams include her five-season run on Young & Hungry, multiple music releases under both her name and Bluebiird, and voice work residuals from long-running shows like Family Guy. Her current CBS salary for Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage represents her main income, with the show occupying roughly nine months annually.
She’s also earned producing credits, including executive producer on Christmas Wonderland (2018). This diversification protects her financially compared to actors who rely solely on on-camera work. Her practical approach to career management has kept her employed when many child stars fade.
Personal Life
Emily Osment dated actor Jimmy Tatro (2013-2015) and therapist Jim Gilbert (2016-2021), keeping both relationships largely private. In June 2023, she announced her engagement to Jack Anthony (legal name: Jack Farina) after two years together. They got engaged at Yosemite National Park.
They married October 12, 2024, in a private ceremony. The marriage lasted less than two months; she reportedly filed for divorce on March 7, 2025, with court filings listing their separation date as December 7, 2024. According to public records, both parties waived spousal support with a prenuptial agreement in place. The divorce finalized March 10, 2025 her 33rd birthday.
Jack Anthony works as Head of Strategic Partnerships at Linktree and performs music under “Farnia” on Soundcloud. He studied cognitive science and behavioral economics at University of Virginia (2011-2015) and co-founded a meditation group there. He maintains no public social media presence.
Recent Challenges
In January 2025, the Los Angeles wildfires reportedly destroyed the homes of both her parents and brother Haley Joel, as covered by The Hollywood Reporter. She opened her home to displaced friends and family during the crisis.
Her response demonstrated practical support rather than just social media sympathy. She praised community efforts: “I’ve seen so much community the last few weeks with people on the ground doing really good work, trying to donate and provide shelter, food and clothes.”
The timing—dealing with divorce proceedings while managing family displacement—tested her resilience. She continues working on Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage despite these personal difficulties.
Awards and Recognition
Emily Osment won her first Young Artist Award for Spy Kids 2: Island of Lost Dreams in 2002. The 2010 Bravo Otto Award for “Shooting Star” recognized her growing profile in European markets. Her dramatic turn in Cyberbully earned her a 2012 Prism Award and 2013 Canadian Screen Award for Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role.
Her ensemble work on The Kominsky Method brought two Screen Actors Guild Award nominations (2019, 2020) for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series. She received three Teen Choice Award nominations for Young & Hungry between 2014 and 2016.
She was named U.G.L.Y. (Unique Gifted Lovable You) Celebrity of the Year in 2011 by STOMP Out Bullying. The 2019 Sunny Side Up Film Festival honored her with Best Supporting Actress for Tea Time with Mr. Patterson. These awards span comedy, drama, and advocacy work.
Philanthropy and Advocacy
Emily Osment designed a shirt line for 2lovecollection.com with proceeds benefiting Make-A-Wish Foundation and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. She participated in Disney Channel’s Earth Day initiatives and Disney’s Friends for Change environmental program during her teenage years.
She serves as ambassador for STOMP Out Bullying, focusing on anti-bullying advocacy for children. Her work on Cyberbully raised awareness about online harassment affecting young people. She uses her platform to address issues she’s passionate about rather than just lending her name.
Currently, she partners with American Rivers to promote river conservation and water protection. “I love to connect with fans of the show, but I also know how to keep my life private,” she said. “No point in pretending to be an Instagram model as I’m usually covered in dirt and dog hair from prioritizing being outside in nature.”
Notable Quotes
“I started acting the same time I started riding a bike, and when you’re riding a bike you’re not thinking, Oh God, what if I fall? It’s just one of those things that it’s so exhilarating and it’s so fun, you don’t think about all of the ramifications of it.”
“I think sometimes even making a Plan B, the universe kind of laughs at you. It’s got its fingers holding the strings, and it’s just going to turn out the way it’s going to turn out.”
“It has a lot to do with the people I get to surround myself with. I’m so grateful to have been doing this long enough to know who I would like to work with and the type of environment I want to immerse myself in.”
Conclusion
Emily Osment stands among the rare child actors who built sustainable adult careers without scandal or career gaps. Her 28-year SAG-AFTRA membership represents genuine longevity in entertainment. She moved from Spy Kids to Disney Channel fame to respected dramatic work and back to successful sitcoms.
Her partnership with Chuck Lorre across five productions established her as a reliable performer capable of both comedy and drama. She balances acting with music under Bluebiird, showing creative range beyond what casual viewers know. Despite recent personal challenges—divorce and family losses from Los Angeles wildfires—she continues working on Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage, renewed for season two.
FAQ About Emily Osment
How old is Emily Osment?
33 years old as of 2025, born March 10, 1992.
What is Emily Osment’s height?
5’3″ (1.60 meters) tall.
What is Emily Osment’s net worth?
Estimated $3 million as of 2025 from acting, music, and voice work.
Is Emily Osment married?
No, she’s divorced. She married Jack Anthony in October 2024 but separated in December 2024 and finalized divorce in March 2025.
Who is Emily Osment’s brother?
Haley Joel Osment, who earned an Academy Award nomination for The Sixth Sense.
What show is Emily Osment on now?
She stars as Mandy McAllister in CBS’s Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage, which premiered October 2024.
What is Emily Osment’s music name?
She releases indie-folk music as “Bluebiird” since 2019.
Did Emily Osment finish college?
She completed two years at Occidental College toward a theater major before leaving for Young & Hungry.
What voice roles has Emily Osment done?
Notable roles include Ruth Cochamer on Family Guy, Courtney in Dead End: Paranormal Park, Rainbow Brite, and Kendall Perkins on Kick Buttowski.
How long has Emily Osment been acting?
Nearly 28 years, starting in 1997 at age five with an FTD commercial.
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