Hilary Duff Says Her Daughter Banks, 7, Is a ‘Lindsay Lohan Stan’ as She Recounts Their Feud as Teenagers

Hilary Duff has recently revealed that her eldest daughter is a big fan of Lindsay Lohan, despite the historical drama between the two actresses in their youth. In an episode of the popular podcast Call Her Daddy hosted by Alex Cooper, the 38-year-old actress and singer discussed her parenting experiences, her career, and her daughters’ impressions of her past work.

Duff, a mother of four, shared that her daughter Banks, aged seven, has taken a particular liking to Lohan. This enthusiasm for Lohan is amusing to Duff, who noted that Banks “obviously doesn’t know any of that stuff” regarding the tension that existed between them during their teenage years. The actress explained how her family dynamic is shaped by her varied experiences in the entertainment industry, particularly noting how her children react to her work from years gone by.

During the conversation, Duff recounted how her younger daughter, Mae, who is four, recently watched The Lizzie McGuire Movie and was captivated by it. Mae’s curiosity led her to ask Duff questions like, “How did you do that?” after watching her mother portray two characters in the film. Duff chuckled as she shared that Mae requested to watch the movie again immediately after it finished, showcasing a budding interest in her mother’s acting career.

Duff also touched on her childhood experiences with Lohan, recalling an incident where she intentionally attended the premiere of Lohan’s film Freaky Friday in 2003. When Cooper probed if this was done on purpose, she openly affirmed, “Absolutely yes. Yeah, I was a teenager!” This admission highlights the competitive nature of young stardom, where such rivalry can lead to public events turning into battlegrounds for teenage drama.

In an interesting twist, Duff revealed her surprise was less about the rivalry during their early years and more about the fact that Lohan eventually attended the premiere of Duff’s own film, Cheaper by the Dozen, later that same year. She remarked, “That was like my childhood feud… like nemesis,” dismissing any lingering negativity. The two have since moved past that adolescent rivalry, with Duff recalling a moment at a club where Lohan approached her asking, “Are we good?” to which Duff confirmed, “We’re good,” before they even celebrated the moment with a shot.

Reflecting on the past, Duff noted that such incidents are trivial in the grand scheme of life. “I mean, I’m sure my publicist is going to be like, ‘What the f–k are you doing?’ But now it’s so many years later, who cares? It does not matter.” This perspective emphasises the importance of growing beyond minor disputes as both parties mature.

Interestingly, Duff mentioned how her association with actor Chad Michael Murray played a role in her attendance at the Freaky Friday premiere. She recalled that Murray, who starred with her in A Cinderella Story, invited her to join him, adding a layer of complexity to her attendance that was driven by friendship rather than rivalry.

As she reminisced about those teenage years in Hollywood, it was clear that Duff has navigated her transition from child star to adult actress with grace. The evolvement of her relationship with Lohan, transitioning from rivals to amicable acquaintances, reflects the changing dynamics in the entertainment industry as both women have matured and evolved.

Today, Hilary Duff continues to manage her career while raising her children alongside her husband, Matthew Koma. Despite the complexities she faced as a young actress, her focus now is on nurturing her children’s curiosity and creativity, allowing them to explore the world of entertainment without the weight of past rivalries. With Banks declaring herself a devoted supporter of Lindsay Lohan, it seems that Duff’s fears of the bond between her children and her former rival are unwarranted. Instead, it highlights the innocence of childhood fandom, entirely detached from adult complexities.