10 surprising facts about Demi Lovato

Demi Lovato started playing piano at the age of seven and guitar at the age of ten.

Before she became a singer and actress, Lovato was a competitive cheerleader and won several national titles.

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Lovato was bullied in school and home schooled after seventh grade.

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Lovato appeared in the children's television show "Barney & Friends" alongside Selena Gomez.

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Lovato is a black belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu and has been practicing martial arts since she was a child.

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Lovato has a tattoo of a lion on her hand to represent her strength and courage.

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Lovato is a big fan of mixed martial arts and has trained with UFC bantamweight champion Ronda Rousey.

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Lovato's favorite food is sushi.

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Lovato has a phobia of elevators and prefers to take the stairs whenever possible.

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Lovato's favorite color is red.

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