Daniella Monet
She evolved from a Nickelodeon star into a vocal advocate for plant-based living and sustainable business, building a community around conscious choices.
Born 1989 (age 37)·American actress, entrepreneur and singer·Birthday: March 1·Millennials
Biography
Daniella Monet began her career as a child actor, landing roles in commercials and series like 'The Bernie Mac Show' before finding a defining role as the perpetually scheming Trina Vega on Nickelodeon's 'Victorious.' While the show cemented her place in teen pop culture, Monet charted a different path off-screen. She leveraged her platform to champion animal rights and environmentalism, becoming a prominent voice for veganism. This passion evolved into entrepreneurship with the launch of Kinder Beauty, a cruelty-free subscription box, and active engagement with her audience on wellness and sustainability. Her journey reflects a deliberate shift from scripted comedy to building a brand and community centered on ethical living, proving that a child star's second act can be one of purpose-driven influence.
Millennials
1981–1996
The first digital natives. Grew up with the internet, came of age during 9/11 and the 2008 crash. Highly educated, deeply indebted, slower to marry and buy houses. Redefined work, identity, and what it means to be an adult.
Daniella was born in 1989, placing them squarely in the Millennials. The events that shaped this generation — the internet revolution, 9/11, and the 2008 financial crisis — shaped the world they entered and the choices available to them.
#1 When Daniella Was Born
The biggest hits of 1989
#1 Movie
Batman
Best Picture
Driving Miss Daisy
#1 TV Show
Roseanne
Daniella's Life & Times
The world at every milestone
1989Born
Berlin Wall falls; Tiananmen Square protests
Gas: $1.00/galHome: $79,100Min wage: $3.35/hrPresident: George H.W. Bush"Look Away" — ChicagoBest Picture: Driving Miss Daisy
1994Started school
Nelson Mandela elected president of South Africa
Gas: $1.11/galHome: $90,400Min wage: $4.25/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"The Sign" — Ace of BaseBest Picture: Forrest Gump
2002Became a teenager
Euro currency enters circulation
Gas: $1.36/galHome: $137,800Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"How You Remind Me" — NickelbackBest Picture: Chicago
2005Could drive
Hurricane Katrina devastates New Orleans; YouTube launches
Gas: $2.30/galHome: $167,500Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"We Belong Together" — Mariah CareyBest Picture: Crash
2007Could vote
iPhone released; Great Recession begins
Gas: $2.80/galHome: $172,600Min wage: $5.85/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Irreplaceable" — BeyonceBest Picture: No Country for Old Men
2010Turned 21
Deepwater Horizon oil spill; iPad launched
Gas: $2.79/galHome: $147,800Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Tik Tok" — KeshaBest Picture: The King's Speech
2019Turned 30
First image of a black hole; Hong Kong protests
Gas: $2.60/galHome: $224,400Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Donald Trump"Old Town Road" — Lil Nas XBest Picture: Parasite
2026Age 37 today
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump
Key Achievements
- Played the memorable role of Trina Vega across Nickelodeon's 'Victorious' and its web series spin-offs.
- Co-founded Kinder Beauty, a subscription service focused on vegan and cruelty-free beauty products.
- Built a substantial social media presence as an advocate for plant-based living and sustainable consumerism.
Did You Know?
She is a trained singer and released the pop single 'Don't Play' in 2010.
Monet is married to photographer and director Andrew Gardner.
She has been a strict vegan for many years and often shares recipes and lifestyle tips.
“I'm not just an actress; I'm building a brand that aligns with my values.”
