Brenda Song Biography, Height, Age, Family, Boyfriend, Net Worth and Career

Brenda Song was born on born March 27, 1988, in Carmichael, California, a suburb near Sacramento, and she is current age 36 years old. Brenda full birth name is Brenda Julietta Song.

Brenda Song has made a name for herself as a successful actress in America. She kicked off her career in the entertainment industry at a very young age, beginning as a model at just six years old.

Her acting career took flight with a role on the sitcom Thunder Alley back in 1995. Throughout her childhood, she appeared in various television shows, including the kids’ program Fudge in 1995 and the Nickelodeon series 100 Deeds for Eddie McDowd in 1999.

Who is Brenda Song?

Brenda Song is an American actress who began her journey in the entertainment industry as a child model. 

She is best known for her role as London Tipton in both The Suite Life of Zack & Cody and its sequel, The Suite Life on Deck, aired on Disney Channel. Additionally, she gained prominence for her performance in the film The Social Network.

Brenda Song Wiki

Brenda full birth name is Brenda Julietta Song. She an actress hailing from Sacramento, California, was born on March 27, 1988. She began her career at the age of six as a child model, making her screen debut in Thunder Alley in 1995.

She is current age 36 years old. She falls under the Aries zodiac sign and holds American citizenship, with her birthplace being Carmichael, California, in the United States. Professionally, she is known as a Hollywood actress.

The media in the United States has taken great interest in her, frequently listing her among the ‘up-and-coming Hollywood talents.’ Brenda began her acting journey with shows aimed at children and commercials. 

She made her television debut in the mid-1990s with the series ‘Fudge.’ Following that, she remained active in television series and had roles in several films during that era. In 2001, she received the ‘Young Artist Award. 

Her career’s most significant role was in ‘The Suite Life of Zack and Cody,’ where she portrayed a spoiled character. The show gained tremendous popularity, turning her into a fan favorite. Her character, ‘London Tipton,’ became one of the longest-running roles in Disney’s history.

She rose to prominence through her roles on the Disney Channel, such as in Wendy Wu: Homecoming Warrior in 2006 and as London Tipton in The Suite Life franchise from 2005 to 2011.

She later made a move to mainstream projects, starring in The Social Network in 2010, as well as appearing in Scandal from 2012 to 2013, Pure Genius from 2016 to 2017, and Dollface from 2019 to 2022. She is set to feature in The Last Showgirl in 2024 and Running Point from 2025 onward.

As her popularity increased, she made her way to Hollywood, where she appeared in movies such as ‘The Social Network,’ directed by the acclaimed filmmaker David Fincher.

Full Name	Brenda Julietta Song
Gender	Female
Age	36 years old
Date of Birth	March 27, 1988
Place of Birth	Carmichael, California, United States
Nationality	American
Zodiac Sign	Taurus
Ethnicity	Hmong, Thai
Net Worth	$8 Million
Sexual Orientation	Straight
Residence	Los Angeles, California, U.S.

Brenda Song Age

Brenda Song was born on March 27, 1988, in Carmichael, California, USA. She is currently 36 years old as of 2025.

She resides in Los Angeles, California, her hometown is Carmichael, California. She is of American nationality with South-Asian roots. Her zodiac sign is Aries, and she practices Christianity.

Skin, Hair & Eye Color

Hair color	Dark brown
Hair type	Wavy
Hair Length	long hair (bra strap length)
Hairstyle	chic
Distinct feature	cheekbones
Makeup Style	beach
Skin Tone/Complexion	Type II: Fair skin
Skin Type	Normal
Eye Color	Dark Brown

Brenda Song Height and Weight

Brenda Song stands at 5 feet 2 inches tall, which is equivalent to 1.57 meters, and her weight is around 51 kilograms, or 112 pounds. Her build is slim, and she usually wears a dress size 4 (US) and a shoe size 8 (US).

Brenda black eyes and brown hair, she is frequently regarded as very attractive. Her full body measurements are 33-24-34 inches, featuring a cup size of 33B, a 24-inch waist, and 34-inch hips.

Height	Feet – 5 feet 2 inches Centimeters – 157 cm Meters – 1.57 m
Weight	Kilograms – 51 kg Pounds – 112 lbs
Body Build	Slim
Eye Color	Dark Brown
Hair Color	Dark Brown
Sexuality	Straight
Shoe Size	8 (US)
Dress Size	4 (US)
Distinctive Features	Petite frame Tattoos Husky voice

Brenda Song Early Life and Education

Brenda Song was born in Carmichael, California, on March 27, 1988. Her father is originally from Bangkok, Thailand, and her mother, a Thai Hmong, hails from Chiang Mai.

Her mother is named Mai Song, while details about her father remain undisclosed. Brenda has two younger siblings, brothers Timmy and Nathan Song.

Having been homeschooled, Brenda completed her high school education at 16. She then took classes at a community college and graduated from the University of California, Berkeley in 2009, where she focused on psychology with a minor in business.

Brenda Song Personal Life

Brenda Song has been romantically linked to actor Macaulay Culkin since 2017. They are parents to two boys: Dakota, who arrived in 2021, and Carson, born in December 2022.

Before her relationship with Culkin, Song had an intermittent romance with musician Trace Cyrus that lasted from 2010 to 2017. During that time, they were briefly engaged in 2011 but eventually parted ways.

Brenda Song Family

Brenda Song is the eldest child of a Hmong father who works as a second-grade teacher and a Thai mother named Mai Song. Although she was born in the United States, she has her roots in both Hmong and Thai cultures. She has two younger brothers named Timmy and Nathan Song.

Her paternal grandparents moved to the United States from Laos in 1976 and adopted the surname Song after settling in the country. Brenda was recognized as an All-American Scholar in the ninth grade and has earned a black belt in Tae Kwon Do.

Brenda Song Husband

The talented actress has a noteworthy dating history, having been in various relationships throughout her life. Some of her notable partners include Raviv Ullman, who co-starred with her in Phil of the Future, Aaron Musicant, Jesse McCartney, Jason Dolley, and Joe Jonas.

There were also rumors of a brief relationship with rapper Flo Rida in 2009, although it did not last long. Following that, she dated musician and bassist Trace Dempsey Cyrus from 2010 to 2012, during which they got engaged but did not end up marrying.

At present, the ex-Disney star is single, having recently been linked romantically to well-known child actor Macaulay Culkin, with whom she began a relationship in October 2017.

The pair met while working on the film Changeland and seem to be joyfully developing their bond. We wish them all the best and hope they think about marriage down the line, as they appear to be a great match for one another.

Brenda Song and Macaulay Culkin

In 2017, Song entered into a romantic relationship with Macaulay Culkin, the actor famous for Home Alone. Four years later, they celebrated the arrival of their son Dakota, a name selected to pay tribute to Culkin’s late sister.

The couple revealed their engagement on January 26, 2022. They reportedly met for the first time on the set of Changeland while in Thailand in June 2017. Song has never been wed, while Culkin was married to Rachel Miner for five years.

Brenda Song Romantic Life/Relationship

Brenda Song is in a romantic partnership with actor Macaulay Culkin, a relationship that began in 2017. Together, they celebrated the arrival of their first child, a son named Dakota Song Culkin, who was born on April 5, 2021.

Prior to this relationship, she was involved with a number of people, particularly musician Trace Cyrus, who happens to be the brother of singer Miley Cyrus.

Their rollercoaster romance received considerable media attention, with tabloid coverage of their ups and downs. The couple got engaged in 2011 but called off their engagement in 2012.

After a brief separation, they reconciled in January 2013 but eventually parted ways again in 2017. Post-breakup, Trace even composed a song titled “Brenda” dedicated to her.

She was in relationships with Flo Rida (2009), Jason Dolley (2008-2009), Jesse McCartney (2007-2008), Aaron Musicant (2007), and Raviv Ullman (2006-2007).

She was engaged to Trace Cyrus from 2011 to 2012.

In 2017, she began a relationship with actor Macaulay Culkin, and the two got engaged in 2021. They have two sons together, Dakota Song Culkin and Carson Song Culkin.

Brenda Song Career

Brenda Song was born in California, entered the entertainment scene early in her life. She began modeling at six and moved on to act in various TV shows in the 1990s, such as Thunder Alley, Fudge, and 100 Deeds for Eddie McDowd. She also had roles in movies like Leave It to Beaver and Santa with Muscles.

The year 2000 was significant for Song, as she starred in the Disney Channel Original Movie The Ultimate Christmas Present, which brought her into the spotlight.

This success allowed her to become a regular face on Disney Channel, notably as the wealthy character London Tipton in the beloved sitcom The Suite Life of Zack & Cody, one of her most famous roles.

Brenda also had recurring parts in Phil of the Future and made guest appearances on various shows such as That’s So Raven and American Dragon: Jake Long.

After establishing her reputation on Disney Channel, Song moved toward mainstream roles. This included acting in films like The Social Network and Changeland, as well as participating in series like Station 19.

Throughout her career, Brenda Song has showcased her ability to adapt as an actress, smoothly shifting from her early Disney Channel appearances to more sophisticated and prominent roles in both film and television. Her sustained career in the entertainment field highlights her skill and commitment.

Works from 2001 to Present

In 2001, Brenda guest-starred in four TV series, including The Nightmare Room, Bette, ER, and Judging Amy. In 2002, she took on the role of Reg Stevens in the movie Like Mike, directed by John Schultz. 

That same year, she acted as Shannon in an episode of The Bernie Mac Show called “The King and I.” Moreover, she played Jennifer in the George Lopez episode titled “Token of Unappreciation.” She also took on the character of Jennifer in the television film Get a Clue.

In 2003, Brenda made guest appearances in shows such as That’s So Raven and One on One. The year after, she worked as a voice actress, providing the voice for Alex in Costume Party Capers: The Incredibles. 

She had a recurring part as Tia in Disney Channel’s Phil of the Future. From 2005 to 2008, she portrayed London Tipton in The Suite Life of Zack & Cody on Disney Channel, which played a significant role in her financial success.

In 2006, Brenda not only co-produced but also starred as the lead, Wendy Wu, in the film Wendy Wu: Homecoming Warrior. 

Additionally, she made appearances as herself in the Disney Channel Games from 2006 to 2008 and provided her voice for Treat in Holidaze: The Christmas That Almost Didn’t Happen.

The years, she took part in several films, including College Road Trip (2008), Boogie Town (2009), The Social Network (2010), Little Sister (2010), and Pixie Hollow Games (2011), among others.

The actress has been featured as a leading actress in different television shows such as The Suite Life on Deck (2008-2011), Dads (2012-2013), and Pure Genius (2016-2017).

Music Credits

Song was a member of the Disney Channel Circle of Stars, a collective of performers from various Disney Channel shows. She participated in the recording and music video for “A Dream Is a Wish Your Heart Makes.”

This rendition was featured on the special edition Cinderella DVD and on the Disney Mania 4 CD, released in April 2005 by Walt Disney Records.

Clips from Stuck in the Suburbs, which included Song, were featured in music videos for Anneliese van der Pol’s track “Over It” and Taran Killam’s songs such as “More Than Me,” “On Top of the World,” and “Make a Wish.” 

In a special Suite Life episode themed around High School Musical, she performed “Bop To The Top” and “Really Great.” The latter became the theme for the online series, London Tipton’s Yay Me!. Additionally, she performed “Bling Is My Favourite Thing” in another episode of Suite Life.

Film Debut

Brenda Song began her acting journey in 1995, portraying the younger version of the main character Fong in an AFI student short film titled “Requiem,” created by actress Elizabeth Sung. This film won a CINE Golden Eagle award.

In the following year, she appeared in her first feature film, John Murlowski’s Santa with Muscles, taking on the role of Susan.

Year	Title	Role	Notes
1995	Requiem	Young Fong	Short film
1996	Santa with Muscles	Susan
1997	Leave It to Beaver	Susan Akatsu
1998	Blade	Hostage Child	Uncredited
1999	The White Fox	Sandy	Short film
2002	Like Mike	Reg Stevens
2008	College Road Trip	Nancy
2009	Boogie Town	Natalie
2010	The Social Network	Christy Lee
	Little Sister	Storyteller
2011	The Little Engine That Could	Shiny Passenger Train	Voice, direct-to-video
	Cinnamon	Cinnamon	Voice, direct-to-video
2012	First Kiss	Samantha	Short film
2019	Changeland	Pen
	Secret Obsession	Jennifer Allen Williams
2020	Bobbleheads: The Movie	Kelani	Voice, direct-to-video
2022	Love Accidentally	Alexa
2024	The Last Showgirl	Mary-Anne
	Operation Taco Gary’s	Allison

Television Debut

Song first television appearance occurred in 1994 when she was cast in the ABC sitcom Thunder Alley, where she played Kathy.

Noteworthy Roles

After making guest appearances in various TV shows, Song achieved significant recognition when she signed an acting agreement with Disney in 2002. She then took part in multiple Disney films and TV shows that garnered her widespread fame.

In 2005, Song portrayed the role of the pampered heiress London Tipton in the Disney Channel Original Series, The Suite Life of Zack & Cody, alongside Ashley Tisdale, Dylan Sprouse, and Cole Sprouse. 

Critics lauded her performance, with MSN stating, “Song is one of the main reasons why the ‘Suite Life’ franchise remains one of the most successful and highly rated series in the Disney stable.” She reprised her character in the spin-off series, The Suite Life on Deck.

Her distinguished acting portfolio also includes roles in series like Scandal, New Girl, Dads, Miles from Tomorrowland, and Station 19. She is additionally recognized for her work in the Netflix psychological thriller Secret Obsession and the Disney animated series Amphibia.

Awards and Nominations

In 2006, Brenda received two Young Hollywood Awards for “The Suite Life of Zack & Cody,” winning the titles of Superstar of Tomorrow and Best Role Model.

The show also garnered her a nomination for a Kids’ Choice Award (Australia) in 2008 for Favorite Television Star and for Another Kids’ Choice Award (U.S.) in 2011 for Favorite TV Sidekick.

She won a Young Artist Award for Best Performance in a TV Movie (Comedy) as a Supporting Young Actress for “The Ultimate Christmas Present” in 2001 and was nominated for Best Performance in a TV Comedy Series as a Guest Starring Young Actress for “The Bernie Mac Show” in 2003. 

Along with her co-stars from “The Social Network,” she received Best Ensemble awards from the Hollywood Film Awards, Palm Springs International Film Festival, and Phoenix Film Critics Society Awards.

As well as nominations from the Central Ohio Film Critics Association, Gold Derby Awards, San Diego Film Critics Society Awards, and Washington DC Area Film Critics Association Awards.

Brenda Song Net Worth

Brenda Song is a prominent actress and producer from the United States, boasting a net worth of $8 million. She started her journey in the modeling industry while still attending elementary school.

Brenda portrayed London Tipton in the Disney Channel series “The Suite Life of Zack & Cody” from 2005 to 2008, as well as “The Suite Life on Deck” from 2008 to 2011, and she played Madison Maxwell in Hulu’s “Dollface” from 2019 to 2022.

Real Estate

In August 2022, Song and Culkin purchased Kiefer Sutherland’s residence in Toluca Lake, Los Angeles for $8 million. 

Constructed in 1935, the 4,879 square-foot house features five bedrooms and six bathrooms, while the .6-acre outdoor space encompasses a swimming pool, a putting green, and a terrace complete with a fireplace and a pergola.

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