Brenda Song is absolutely thrilled to see her fellow Disney alums thriving, and she isn’t holding back her excitement. The actress, known for her unforgettable role as London Tipton in The Suite Life of Zack & Cody and its spinoff, recently opened up about how proud she is of her former co-stars. "Seeing my contemporaries growing up, it’s like the most beautiful thing," Song shared in an exclusive chat with PEOPLE at The Paley Center for Media in New York City on February 25.
While discussing her latest Netflix project, Running Point, the 36-year-old actress couldn’t help but reflect on the incredible journeys of Selena Gomez, Miley Cyrus, and other Disney stars who have made waves in the entertainment industry. "I’ve been fortunate to run into Selena [amid] all this craziness, and I’m just so incredibly proud," she gushed.
Selena Gomez, now 32, has been dominating the screen, earning major accolades along the way. Her performance in Only Murders in the Building helped her secure a SAG Award for outstanding performance by an ensemble in a comedy series in 2025. But that’s not all—her role in the musical crime drama Emilia Pérez has also been turning heads, landing her nominations for best supporting actress throughout the awards season.
And let’s talk about Miley Cyrus. The Flowers singer, also 32, has been racking up well-deserved recognition, proving she’s more than just a former Disney star. This year, she snagged a Grammy for best country duo/group performance for her collaboration on Beyoncé’s II Most Wanted. On top of that, she received a Golden Globe nomination for best original song in a motion picture for Beautiful That Way, featured in The Last Showgirl, starring Pamela Anderson. "They’re finally getting the flowers that they deserve," Song remarked, celebrating their hard-earned success.
While she’s cheering on her fellow Disney stars, Song is also making exciting strides in her own career. Not only is she starring in Running Point, a Netflix sports comedy that has been generating buzz, but she’s also embracing motherhood with her fiancé, Macaulay Culkin. The couple, who share two children, are navigating parenthood while continuing to pursue their passions in Hollywood.
Running Point, which has been described as a fresh take on the classic underdog comedy, is loosely based on the real-life journey of L.A. Lakers President Jeanie Buss. In the series, Song plays Ali Lee, the chief of staff for the Los Angeles Waves basketball team. Her co-star, the ever-charismatic Kate Hudson, steps into the role of Isla Gordon, a woman thrust into the team president position after her brother resigns amid scandal. The dynamic between these powerhouse actresses is sure to bring an exciting energy to the screen.
With so much happening in her professional and personal life, Brenda Song is proof that hard work and passion truly pay off. Whether she’s celebrating the success of her peers or taking on exciting new roles herself, one thing is clear—her journey in Hollywood is far from over. And if the success of her fellow Disney alums is any indication, the best is yet to come!
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