Since its premiere on the Disney Chanel on April 7, 2017, Andi Mack has become the top-rated series among the 6-14 age demographic. It’s hard-hitting, sensitively rendered portrayals of teen pregnancy, unconventional family set-ups, learning disabilities and childhood friendships have garnered much critical acclaim, as has its decision to become the first Disney Show to feature a gay main character. The show revolves around Andi Mac, a seventh grader whose world is turned upside down when she discovers the person she believed to be her mother is actually her grandmother, and her “sister” is actually her mother. With 2 seasons already under its belt, season 3 has proved no less successful than its predecessors, pulling in regular viewing figures of just under 1 million. With the season (and series) finale due to air on July 26, 2019, catch up while you still can with our “who’s who” guide to the popular show.
Peyton Elizabeth Lee as Andi Mack
Starring as the title character, Andi Mack, is Peyton Elizabeth Lee. Prior to landing the lead in the Disney show, Lee appeared in several episodes of the Showtime drama, Shameless, as an unnamed “girl soldier” and as the spelling bee champion Violet in the episode “I’m Just a Bill” from the political thriller series, Scandal. Of his decision to cast Lee in the title role, Andi Mac creator Terri Minsky told the Huff Post, “What’s really great about Peyton is that she can easily handle both the drama and the comedy of this character.” Since taking on the role, Lee, who credits her actor father, Andrew Tinpo Lee, as the reason she decided to pursue a career in entertainment, has been in hot demand, landing a recurring voice role as Rani on the animated TV show, The Lion Guard, and as Sam on the upcoming Disney film, Secret Society of Second Born Royals.
Joshua Rush as Cyrus Goodman
Joshua Rush takes the part of seventh-grader Cyrus Goodman, Andi’s best friend, and the first gay main character to appear on a Disney Channel show. Rush’s first role on TV was as Will in Private Practice. He subsequently landed the recurring part of Little Sylar in Heroes, before going on to feature in shows such as Medium, Criminal Minds, CSI: New York, Children’s Hospital and Bones. Other credits include Parental Guidance (2012), Saving Lincoln (2013), Break Point (2014), and Sex, Death and Borrowing (2015). Rush is also known for his appearances in numerous commercials, including those for the Space Centre Houston, Safeco Insurance and Americangreetings.com. Outside of acting, Rush has a keen interest in polices, interning at the United States House of Representatives in 2019 and releasing a weekly topical news series “News in Rush” on Instagram.
Sofia Wylie as Buffy Driscoll
Taking the role of Buffy Driscoll, Andi’s close friend and captain of the Jefferson Middle School girls’ basketball team, is actress, Sofia Wylie. Wylie first rose to fame as a dancer, appearing on such shows as So You Think You Can Dance in 2011 and 2016, and America’s Got Talent in 2015. Her dancing skills were put to the test when she toured with Justin Bieber’s Purpose World Tour, in the 2017 internet-based 4K Dance Series, and most recently, in Dancing with Sophia Wylie, an IGTC dance series. 2019 looks like it’s going to be a stellar year for the young actress; along with her ongoing role in Andi Mac, she’s set to star in Marvel Rising: Heart of Iron, Back of the Net, and High School Musical: The Series.
Asher Angel as Jonah Beck
Starring as Jonah Beck, Andi’s former boyfriend and captain of the Jefferson Middle School frisbee team, is Asher Angel. 16-year-old Angel began his career at just 5 years old in the 2008 film, Jolene. He subsequently went on to enjoy roles in Nicky, Ricky, Dickey and Dawn before landing the part of Beck in 2017. 2019 has seen the talented teen take on the role of Billy Batson in the superhero film, Shazam! and take his first steps into the music biz with the release of “One Thought Away” featuring Wiz Khalifa.
Lilan Bowden as Rebecca “Bex” Mack
Taking the role of Andi’s mother, Rebecca “Bex” Mack, is Lilan Bowden. The 33-year-old actress started her career in comedy, performing at various improv nights and comedy clubs, along with writing for the comedy video website, Funny or Die. Although Bowden initially found it hard to break into Hollywood (something she credited on her mixed-race heritage during an interview with IndieWire, she saw early success as a writer and actor in short films such as Life After LOST: Ethan Adopts (2010), The Year That I Was Born (2010), Sexy Single Solutions (2013) and Malaysia Airlines Is Super Sorry (2014). On a TV front, she appeared as Jane in 4 episodes of Gullible Girl (2007), as Sam Nut in 2 episodes of Parks and Recreations (2014), and as Jasmine in 2 episodes of Lifeline (2017). Since landing the gig of Andi Mac’s mom, she’s continued to see success as a writer and is next set to direct in the upcoming film, Becoming Eddie.
Lauren Tom as Celia Mack
Playing Andi’s grandmother, Celia Mack, is 57-year-old actress, Lauren Tom. Tom began her career as Miko on The Facts of Life in 1982 and has subsequently enjoyed a successful career as both an actress and voice actress. Her list of voice credits includes Connie and Ming on King of The Hill (1997-2010), Amy Wong and Inez Wong on Futurama (1999- 2003, 2008-2013), Dana Tan on Batman Beyond (1999-2001), and Kuki ‘Numbuh 3’ Sanban and Genki Sanban on Codename: Kids Next Door. Other credits include Julie on Friends (1995-1996), Rebecca on Pretty Little Liars (2015), and Lois on Bad Santa (2003). In addition to her TV and film work, Tom has also given her voice to numerous video games, including Word of Warcraft: Legion, Teen Titans, and Superman: Shadow of Apokolips.
Trent Garrett as Bowie
Trent Garret’s Bowie (Andi’s father) featured as a recurring character in seasons 1-2 before moving to a main character in season 3. The 35-year-old model and actor is best known as Austin Banks in Boost, Asher Pike in All My Children, and Brad on the ABC Family series Make It or Break It. While starring on Andi Mack, Garret has enjoyed success as Charlie on Kevin (Probably) Saves the World (2018), Randy on Her and Now (2018) and Splitting Up Together (2018).
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