AceShowbiz - Hilary Duff recently appeared on the popular show Hot Ones, where she tackled a series of increasingly spicy chicken wings while sharing insights about her early career and current musical journey.

During the episode released on Thursday, March 26, Hilary Duff candidly discussed how aspects of her real-life adolescent experiences mirrored those of her character on the Disney Channel series Lizzie McGuire. One notable example she highlighted was the awkwardness of "bra shopping," which she mentioned without hesitation when asked by host Sean Evans.

As she persevered through the fiery sauces that caused her to cough, cry, and lose her train of thought multiple times, Duff reflected on the social dynamics and friendships depicted in the show, explaining that these themes resonated with her own teenage life beyond her work on television. She expressed appreciation for how fans have connected with Lizzie McGuire, whether through the character’s unique style or feelings of not fitting in. "I feel like a very big dork, dressed in a cool girl's outfit a lot of the time," she admitted.

Although more than twenty years have passed since Lizzie McGuire ended in 2004, Hilary Duff revealed she still feels like a child actor deep down. This sentiment is particularly relevant as she embarks on a comeback in music. After a decade since her last album, she released Luck ... or Something in February, which debuted at No. 3 on the Billboard 200 chart.

Duff noted how much the music industry has changed since her early days. She recalled memories of appearing on TRL, where songs could dominate the charts for weeks on end, a phenomenon she says would be difficult for young artists to experience today. Despite these changes, she embraced new platforms like TikTok trends, supported by her hair and makeup team who encourage her to try the latest styles. "I'm still a child actor inside, wanting to please," she confessed.

By the end of the Hot Ones episode, Hilary Duff was visibly moved, even calling the sensation of the spicy sauces in her mouth a "hellhole." Despite the challenge, she took the opportunity to promote her upcoming Lucky Me world tour, scheduled to launch in June and continue through February of the following year.

Fans can watch Duff’s full Hot Ones episode to experience her candid moments and hear more about her reflections on childhood stardom and her evolving music career.