How Ashley Aufderheide Became a Netflix Star Without Ever Taking an Acting Class

Ashley Aufderheide is an actress on Netflix’s That '90s Show. She’s starred in films like Infinitely Polar Bear alongside Mark Ruffalo and Zoe Saldana, and played Morgan Freeman’s granddaughter in Going in Style. 

In this episode, Ashley shares how she was scouted as a toddler, her journey growing up on sets, and the realities of navigating Hollywood as a child actor. We talk about confidence, rejection, staying grounded, and why she sees acting as more than just a career — but a part of who she is.

We also dive into how Ashley balances college life at Duke with her acting career, how she prepares for emotionally intense roles, and why she’s now exploring screenwriting.

This is a conversation about passion, perseverance, and finding your identity in an unpredictable industry.

Personable is a podcast dedicated to helping listeners become the best they can be by learning from the world’s best in their respective fields. This mission is inspired by my mother, Louise, who encouraged me to become the best version of myself before she passed away from cancer in 2023.

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