Hilary Duff reveals the moment she first 'lost some serious innocence' Former Lizzie McGuire child star Hilary Duff has opened up on how she dealt with her early fame. 10 March 2026 Hilary Duff felt like she "lost some serious innocence" by finding fame as a child. Hilary Duff has reflected on her early years dealing with fame The 38-year-old actress was in her early teens when she first took on the titular role in Disney series Lizzie McGuire in 2001, and she has recalled the impact of becoming a star at such an early age.