Laura Marano

Laura Marie Marano (born November 29, 1995) is an American teen actress and singer, who is known for her role on the Disney Channel sitcom, Austin & Ally as Ally Dawson. Laura is the younger sister of actress, Vanessa Marano. Laura's first role was in Without A Trace as Kate Malone in 2003, she also returned to the role in 2004. She later starred in shows such as Ghost Whisperer (2006), Little Monk (2009) and Are You Smarter Than A Fifth Grader in 2007. In 2011, Laura gained the role of Ally Dawson in Disney Channel sitcom, Austin & Ally. She says she would like to do at least four seasons of the show.