Andrea Bowen, born on March 4, 1990, in Columbus, Ohio, is an American actress and singer renowned for her versatile talents in television, film, and theater.
She gained widespread recognition for her role as Julie Mayer on the hit ABC series Desperate Housewives, where she portrayed the intelligent and mature daughter of Susan Mayer (played by Teri Hatcher).
Andrea’s career began at the tender age of six, making her Broadway debut as Young Cosette in Les Misérables, marking the start of a remarkable journey in the entertainment industry.
Coming from a family deeply rooted in the performing arts, Andrea is one of six siblings, all of whom have pursued careers in acting, making the Bowen family a notable name in show business.
Siblings
Andrea is the youngest of six siblings, each of whom has carved out their own path in the entertainment world.
Graham Bowen, born on November 30, 1982, Graham is the eldest of the Bowen siblings. Like Andrea, he has pursued acting, though he has maintained a lower public profile compared to his younger sister.
His work has included appearances in television and theater, showcasing the family’s shared passion for performance.
Jessica Bowen, one of Andrea’s two older sisters, Jessica has also ventured into acting.
While specific details about her career are less prominent, she is part of the Bowen family’s legacy of involvement in musical theater and Broadway productions.
Jillian Bowen, born on April 18, 1984, Jillian is another sibling who has embraced the performing arts.
She has appeared alongside Andrea in projects such as the Law & Order episode “Causa Mortis,” highlighting the siblings’ collaborative efforts in their early careers.
Alex Bowen, another of Andrea’s older brothers, has made his mark as an actor, with credits in television and stage productions.
Cameron Bowen, born on September 13, 1988, Cameron is perhaps the most well-known of Andrea’s siblings aside from herself.
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He has built a substantial career as an actor and voice artist, with notable roles in shows like King of the Hill and video games such as Final Fantasy VII: Advent Children.
Like Andrea, Cameron has a diverse portfolio that spans television, film, and voice-over work.
Career
After her Broadway debut in Les Misérables, Andrea went on to originate roles such as Marta von Trapp in the 1998 revival of The Sound of Music and Adèle in the musical adaptation of Jane Eyre in 2000.
Her early success on stage led to a flourishing television career, with her breakout role as Julie Mayer on Desperate Housewives from 2004 to 2012.
Andrea appeared as a series regular until 2008 and returned intermittently until the show’s conclusion, earning praise for her portrayal of a grounded yet rebellious teenager.
Beyond Desperate Housewives, Andrea has starred in numerous Lifetime television movies, including Girl, Positive (2007), where she played a high school student with HIV, and Who Killed My Husband? (2016).
Her voice acting credits are equally impressive, with roles in Bambi II (2006) as Faline, Final Fantasy VII: Advent Children (2006) as the Moogle Girl, and Batman: The Brave and the Bold (2010) as Talia al Ghul.
She has also guest-starred on popular series like Scandal, Hawaii Five-0, and Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, showcasing her versatility across genres.
Andrea’s stage career continued to thrive as well, with a return to The Sound of Music in 2006 at the Hollywood Bowl, this time playing Liesl von Trapp.
Her work as a recording artist includes contributions to Broadway cast albums like Jane Eyre and The Sound of Music, as well as recordings with groups like The Broadway Kids.
Accolades
Andrea won two SAG Awards for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series for Desperate Housewives in 2006 and 2008, recognizing her contribution to the show’s ensemble cast alongside co-stars like Teri Hatcher and Felicity Huffman.
In 2008, she received a Prism Award for Best Performance in a TV Movie or Miniseries for her role in Girl, Positive.
Come 2004, Andrea was nominated for a Young Artist Award for Best Performance by a Leading Young Actress for her work on Desperate Housewives, underscoring her early success as a teen star.