Tina Majorino began her acting career at age seven with the ABC sitcom *Camp Wilder* (1992), where she played Sophie, the daughter of a single mother raising her siblings. Though the show featured future stars like Hilary Swank and Jared Leto and aired as part of ABC’s TGIF lineup, it lasted only 20 episodes. Majorino received a Youth in Film Award nomination for her role. Before her breakout in film, she appeared in critically acclaimed dramas such as *When a Man Loves a Woman* (1994), *Corrina, Corrina* (1994), and *Andre* (1994), often portraying children grappling with emotional trauma. Her role in *Waterworld* (1995) as Enola, a girl with a map-tattooed back in a post-apocalyptic world, solidified her early prominence despite the film’s infamous production challenges. Following *Waterworld*, Majorino starred in the 1999 NBC adaptation of *Alice in Wonderland*, a $21 million production where she played the titular character. The project, which blended elements from Lewis Carroll’s works and emphasized Tenniel-inspired visuals, earned four Emmy Awards. After *Alice*, Majorino stepped away from acting during her teens due to schoolyard bullying and a desire to focus on personal growth, later reflecting that the break helped her develop resilience. Her return to acting came with the surprise indie hit *Napoleon Dynamite* (2004), where she portrayed Deb, the kind-hearted love interest to Jon Heder’s titular character. The film’s $400,000-budget cult success earned over $46 million globally and revitalized her career. Majorino also choreographed Heder’s iconic dance scene in the movie. She transitioned to television with a recurring role as tech-savvy Cindy “Mac” MacKenzie in *Veronica Mars* (2005–2007), a role tailored to her real-life interest in technology. Subsequent TV appearances included recurring roles in *Grey’s Anatomy*, *True Blood*, *Bones*, and *Legends*. She also appeared in music videos for Lifehouse and P!nk. In recent years, Majorino has continued working in independent films, such as *Bury Me* (2023) and TV guest roles, including an episode of *The Good Doctor* (2022). She reunited with *Napoleon Dynamite* castmates for the animated series *Cyko KO* (2021). Additionally, she co-founded the band The AM Project with her brother, Kevin, focusing on music alongside her acting career. Her journey reflects a shift from child star to versatile performer navigating film, television, and music while overcoming industry and personal challenges.