INTERVIEW: Amanda Michalka

Amanda Michalka

You know (and love) her as AJ from the pop duo Aly & AJ and now Amanda Michalka is starring in a new Disney Channel Original Movie "Cow Belles," (which premiered Friday, March 24, 2006 and will air throughout April.) Here's what Amanda had to say in response to Teenmag's goofy questions...

Age: 15 on April 10th

Sign: Aries

Birthplace: Torrance, California

You may know me because: of the August release of my debut album, "Into the Rush" with my sister Aly.

My house is: Very inviting and nicely decorated. It will be featured on MTV cribs this summer.

The first thing I do every morning is: brush my teeth.

My cell phone brand is: LG Verizon, but soon to be a Motorola pink RazR.

About my pets: They were both rescued from shelters. Saint is a mixed Australian Cattle Dog and German Shepherd, and Bandit is a mixed Australian Shepherd and ???

I exercise: by swimming regularly in my pool and dancing. I also enjoy horseback riding both Western and English style.

Lately I've been surprised by: my boyfriend. He is always doing nice things for me.

The cereals in my cupboard are: Applejacks and Oh's

Heaven on earth is: Eating Ben & Jerry's and reading a good novel by the fireplace.

For dinner, I like to make: BBQ'd steaks with Bernaise sauce, twiced baked potatoes, and salad with blue cheese crumbles, walnuts and raspberry vinaigrette.

I'll eat sushi, but not: octopus.

My coolest article of clothing: My L.A.M.B. vest that I wore on TRL and Dondup jeans from Italy.

My most prized possession: My teddy bear Winthrop.

My TV screen is: a 42 inch Plasma.

When friends come over, we: Play pool, swim, go to the movies and have sushi.

My favorite TV channel is: MTV

My first financial splurge: $4,000 Tom Binns vintage crystal "skull" necklace.

Wackiest fan encounter: A couple of fans followed my sister and I all the way to the airport from a live show that we did in Canada. Our driver had to pull over and fake a turn to lose them, but they actually showed up in the airport just before we went through Customs.

TV show I never miss: America's Next Top Model.

Before I die, I want to: have a great impact on finding missing children and bringing awareness about the subject by being a child safety advocate.

The best perk of being a celebrity is: Having the greatest fans ever and being able to travel all over the world.

Celebrity whom I'd ask for an autograph: Jack Black or Johnny Depp.

Dream car: Porsche convertible.

When I fly I have to have: my iPod

People would be surprised that I: bite my fingernails.

Magazines I subscribe to: Billboard

Favorite cartoon: PowerPuff Girls

I was so excited when: School of Rock came out on DVD.

My iPod playlist: Well, I have about 2,000 songs on it, so I won't list all of them. My top 5 artists are Aqualung, P.O.D., Jack's Mannequin, Switchfoot and Heart.

I can't start my day without: checking my cell for missed calls or text messages.

If I had to spend $10 at my favorite fast food joint, I'd order: 3 Double Double's with Cheese at In and Out Burger, and I would have Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner taken care of for that day.