Entertainment Movies Documentaries Demi Lovato Will Make Directorial Debut with New Hulu Documentary 'Child Stars' "There is no better film or topic for my directorial debut than this story, which is close to home," Lovato said in a statement By Alexis Jones Alexis Jones Alexis Jones is a writer-reporter at PEOPLE. She has been working at PEOPLE since 2022. Her work has previously appeared on Daily Bruin. People Editorial Guidelines Published on March 16, 2023 11:24PM EDT Demi Lovato. Photo: Mark Von Holden/Variety via Getty Demi Lovato is stepping into the director's chair for the first time ever. The 30-year-old singer-songwriter (who uses she/they pronouns) will make their directorial debut with Hulu's upcoming documentary Child Stars, set to premiere in 2024. The film will "deconstruct the highs and lows of growing up in the spotlight through the lens of some of the world's most famous former child stars," according to a press release. "There is no better film or topic for my directorial debut than this story, which is close to home," Lovato said in a statement. Gilbert Flores/Getty "Our project sheds light on important messages about growing up in the public eye, learning to protect our boundaries, and becoming active advocates of our own destinies," she continued. "I'm humbled to be able to learn from the individuals who have lived the unique experience of child stardom and share their stories in our film," she added. Demi Lovato Unveils Spooky Cover Art for New Single Still Alive from Upcoming Film Scream VI The documentary will consist of Lovato's interviews with former child stars — who have yet to be revealed. The film will reflect "the changing nature of growing up in an increasingly connected and public world." "Demi's first-hand experience and personal relationships are all on bold display in this poignant and exploratory film," said Belisa Balaban, SVP of documentaries and unscripted series at Hulu Originals. The Image Direct Demi Lovato No Longer Set to Star in NBC's Hungry Pilot, Will Remain on Series as an EP: Report "Our audience has long been interested in delving into the nuances of pop culture, and Demi's story – hard truths and all – uniquely suits her to the kind of stories we feel fortunate to tell at Hulu," Balaban added. Lovato has been in the spotlight since she first appeared on the PBS show Barney & Friends as a young child in the early 2000s. They then became a household name after starring in the Disney Channel film Camp Rock alongside the Jonas Brothers in 2008. She got a solo show with Sonny with a Chance on Disney in 2010, exiting after two seasons to enter treatment for "physical and emotional issues" at age 18. Never miss a story — sign up for PEOPLE's free daily newsletter to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. Child Stars will premiere on Hulu in 2024.