Kristen Alderson began playing the role of young Starr Manning in March 1998. Kristen began acting at the age of five, Prior to being cast as Starr, she toured with a theater group where she played the part of Molly in the play "Annie". Kristen resides in Pennsylvania with her parents and younger brother, Eddie, who portrays OLTL's Matthew Rappaport. Kristen's hobbies include singing, dance (ballet, tap, and jazz), and swimming. From soapcentral.com