Landry Bender

Landry Bender’s professional acting career achieved an early breakthrough with her notable role as Blithe Pedulla in the 2011 feature film ‘The Sitter.’ This success propelled her into a main role as Cleo Bernstein in the Disney XD series ‘Crash & Bernstein,’ where she captivated audiences across 35 episodes from 2012 to 2014. Bender then secured a co-lead position as Cyd Ripley in the popular Disney Channel sitcom ‘Best Friends Whenever,’ a role she embodied across 31 episodes that aired between 2015 and 2016. Further solidifying her presence within the Disney ecosystem, she made a memorable guest appearance as Cyd Ripley in an episode of ‘Liv and Maddie’ in 2015. Demonstrating her versatility, Bender expanded into voice acting, portraying the recurring character Makini in Disney’s animated series ‘The Lion Guard,’ contributing her talent to 27 episodes from 2017 to 2019.

She is set to appear in ‘The Real Bros of Simi Valley: The Movie,’ slated for release in 2024. Additionally, Bender has secured a co-producer credit for the upcoming 2025 feature film ‘Self-Help,’ marking a significant step into production. Her future slate also includes the anticipated project ‘Between Threads,’ signifying continued growth and diverse engagement within the industry.