GETTING TO KNOW: 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 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.