Blanchard began her acting career at a young age, appearing in commercials and guest-starring on television shows such as Dance-A-Lot-Robot and Best Friends Whenever. In 2013, she landed her breakout role as Riley Matthews in Girl Meets World, a sequel to the popular 1990s sitcom Boy Meets World. The show aired for three seasons and Blanchard received critical acclaim for her performance, earning two Young Artist Award nominations for Outstanding Actress in a Television Series.
During her time on Girl Meets World, Blanchard also appeared in several films, including the fourth installment of the Spy Kids franchise, Spy Kids: All the Time in the World. In 2018, she starred in the Disney film A Wrinkle in Time, based on the popular novel by Madeleine L'Engle. The film also starred Oprah Winfrey, Reese Witherspoon, and Storm Reid.
In 2020, Blanchard began starring in the TNT series Snowpiercer, a post-apocalyptic thriller based on the 2013 film of the same name. She plays Alexandra Cavill, a privileged teenager who lives in the first-class section of the train. The show has been praised for its diverse cast and its exploration of social and political issues.
In 2022, Blanchard starred in the Hulu film Crush, a coming-of-age romantic comedy about a high school student who falls for her best friend. The film has been praised for its honest and heartwarming portrayal of queer love.
Blanchard is also a vocal activist for social justice issues, particularly LGBTQ+ rights. She has been featured on Time magazine's list of 30 Most Influential Teens and has spoken out against discrimination and bullying.
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