Who is China Anne McClain?

China Anne McClain is an American singer, songwriter and actress. She is best known for her role as Chyna Parks in Disney Channel's musical comedy A.N.T. Farm. She has also starred in the films Grown Ups 2 and Tyler Perry's House of Payne.

Music Career

China began her music career when she was only nine years old. As part of the group McClain Sisters, she released her debut single Go in 2011 which became a hit on Radio Disney. The group went on to release two extended plays, 3x2 and Christmas Time with the McClains. China then went solo and released her debut single Dynamite in 2013 which peaked at number 79 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. In 2019 she released her debut studio album, A Girl's World which featured popular singles such as What's My Name and Something Real.

Acting Career

China began her acting career when she was only seven years old. She made her acting debut with a small role in the 2006 film The Gospel. She then went on to star in Tyler Perry's House of Payne for which she received two NAACP Image Award nominations for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series. She then went on to star as Chyna Parks in Disney Channel's A.N.T Farm and has also had roles in films such as Grown Ups 2 and Daddy's Little Girls.

Personal Life

China is the youngest of five children born to Shontell and Michael McClain. Her father is a music producer while her mother is a songwriter. She has three sisters, Lauryn, Sierra and Gabrielle who are all actresses and musicians as well. China has been open about her Christian faith, often posting bible verses on her social media accounts. She has also been active in philanthropic initiatives, having partnered with various charities such as Feeding America and Thirst Project.