Lindsay Lohan’s Lookalike? Meet Elizabeth Gillies, the Star Carving Her Path

In the ever-entertaining world of Hollywood doppelgängers, few pairings have sparked as much intrigue as Lindsay Lohan and Elizabeth Gillies. 

Hollywood has its fair share of celebrity doppelgängers, but few have caused as much delightful confusion as Lindsay Lohan and Elizabeth Gillies. Picture this: you’re scrolling through Instagram and see what you think is Lindsay Lohan’s iconic smirk—but wait, it’s not her! Enter Elizabeth Gillies, the talented actress and singer who’s been leaving people scratching their heads since her rise to fame.

Lindsay Lohan, the former teen queen turned entrepreneur, has been in the public eye since the Parent Trap days. With her fiery red locks and raspy voice, she’s an icon of millennial pop culture. Meanwhile, Elizabeth Gillies, with her piercing eyes, sharp features, and talent to match, has been quietly taking over screens and stages—and sometimes, taking over people’s assumptions about who’s who!

To make matters even more intriguing, Elizabeth Gillies is not just “Lohan’s lookalike.” She’s Ariana Grande’s BFF, a former Nickelodeon star, a Broadway alum, and a powerhouse of talent in her own right. Plus, she made a cameo in Grande’s thank u, next music video, which sent fans into a frenzy (and probably sparked more “Wait, is that Lindsay?” moments).

From Broadway to Stardom

Before becoming a household name, Elizabeth Gillies lit Broadway at 15 years old. She starred as Lucy in 13: The Musical, a production famous for featuring an all-teen cast. If that wasn’t impressive enough, this is also where she met Ariana Grande, sparking a friendship that would eventually take over Hollywood. Her Broadway debut wasn’t just a stepping stone but a showcase of her ability to command a stage long before Nickelodeon came calling.

Her Sarcasm Game is Strong

If you loved her sharp-tongued, goth-meets-glam character Jade West on Nickelodeon’s Victorious, then you already know Elizabeth has a knack for delivering sass like no other. While her character was a scene-stealer, Jade’s sarcastic wit wasn’t entirely fiction. In interviews, Gillies has admitted she relates to Jade’s edgy humor, proving that her on-screen bite comes naturally. And let’s face it, we all secretly wanted to be Jade in high school.

She’s a Vegan… By Necessity

Many celebrities embrace veganism for health, environmental, or ethical reasons, but for Gillies, it was a survival strategy. She has food allergies that rule out bread, gluten, and even some fruits like kiwi. Adopting a plant-based diet became less of a trend and more of a way to navigate life safely (and deliciously!). But don’t feel too bad for her—she’s managed to make the vegan lifestyle look as glamorous as her red carpet-outfits.

Her Friendship with Ariana Grande is BFF Goals

Elizabeth and Ariana’s friendship is so strong, it’s practically a Hollywood legend. After their Victorious days, the two have stayed close, with Gillies even appearing in Ariana’s viral thank u, next music video, playing the perfect Gretchen Wieners in the iconic Mean Girls homage. Fans loved seeing them reunite on screen, proving that their bond is more than just a Nickelodeon-era memory. Talk about friendship goals!

A Musician at Heart

Though acting made her famous, music has always been Elizabeth’s first love. In fact, her voice can be heard on several Victorious tracks, and she’s been performing her own music whenever she gets the chance. After a few “false starts,” she’s been stepping back into the music spotlight, with live performances at venues like Café Carlyle in New York and the release of her single “What You’ve Done.” Whether it’s belting out soulful ballads or edgy pop tracks, Gillies continues to prove she’s not a one-trick pony.