The Cheetah Girls Then and Now – Paws Out For Transformation!

Ah, yes – our Disney Channel divas! We grew up with them, wanted to be friends with them, and wanted to just plain out be them. From their voices to their mesmerizing songs, and fashion-forward outfits (that I would honestly wear today), the Cheetah Girls have made a name for themselves and left a mark on our childhood for eternity. However, what happened to the girls since then? What are they up to, and are they still talking together? Well, let’s find out together as we dive into the Cheetah Girls then and now.

The Cheetah Girls Then and Now

1. Raven-Symoné

Raven-Symoné, known for her Disney Channel stardom and her debut as Galleria Garibaldi in “The Cheetah Girls,” initially returned for the film’s first sequel in 2006 but opted out of the 2008 installment, “The Cheetah Girls: One World,” with her character’s absence explained by Galleria’s move to England for college. After the conclusion of her show “That’s So Raven” in 2008, Raven-Symoné continued her career in various roles. In 2011, she starred in the short-lived ABC Family series “State of Georgia.” She joined “The View” as an official co-host from 2015 to 2016, following frequent guest host appearances. Additionally, she began recurring on the show “Black-ish” in 2015 as Rhonda, the sister of Anthony Anderson’s character Dre. In 2017, Raven returned to Disney Channel to executive-produce and star in the sequel series to “That’s So Raven” called “Raven’s Home.”

Apart from her acting career, Raven-Symoné is also an accomplished recording artist with four solo studio albums and a trio of EPs to her name. In her personal life, she dated actress and model Az-Marie Livingston from 2012 to 2015 and got married to Miranda Maday in June 2020.

2. Kiely Williams

Kiely Williams gained recognition as one of the stars of “The Cheetah Girls,” making her debut as Aqua Walker in 2003. She reprised her role in the film’s sequels, “The Cheetah Girls 2” in 2006 and “The Cheetah Girls: One World” in 2008. In these movies, she showcased her acting and singing talents alongside her fellow cast members, including Raven-Symoné.

After her time with “The Cheetah Girls,” Kiely pursued various ventures. She formed a girl group called “The Clique Girlz” and later joined the R&B group “3LW.” In addition to her music career, Kiely appeared in TV series such as “The Suite Life of Zack & Cody” and “Good Luck Charlie.”

3. Sabrina Bryan

Apart from her work with “The Cheetah Girls,” Sabrina Bryan competed on the fifth season of the reality TV series “Dancing with the Stars” in 2007, partnering with professional dancer Mark Ballas. She performed well on the show, earning a spot in the top 7 before being eliminated.

Sabrina also pursued a solo music career, releasing singles and an EP titled “Byou” in 2006, which aimed at promoting self-confidence and healthy living for young girls.

4. Adrienne Bailon-Houghton

Adrienne Bailon-Houghton gained fame as one of the members of the girl group “3LW” (3 Little Women). The group released their debut album in 2000, and their hit single “No More (Baby I’ma Do Right)” garnered significant attention. She continued her music career as one of the stars of the Disney Channel’s “The Cheetah Girls” franchise, portraying Chanel Simmons. The success of “The Cheetah Girls” movies led to the formation of the girl group “The Cheetah Girls,” which released several albums and embarked on tours.

In addition to her music endeavors, Adrienne pursued an acting career, appearing in films like “The Cheetah Girls” series and “Coach Carter.” She also made guest appearances on television shows.

Adrienne Bailon-Houghton later transitioned into television hosting. She became one of the co-hosts of the daytime talk show “The Real” in 2013, alongside other notable hosts. Her presence on the show earned her critical acclaim, and she became known for her candid and relatable discussions on various topics.

Who was your favorite Cheetah Girl? Which one of them is slaying the hardest nowadays? Comment down below!