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Hilary Duff thanks wrong Bay Area city in social media post after performance
By Aaron Tolentino at KRON4 (KRON-TV)
· July 13, 2026
· 1 min read
(KRON) -- If you're a millennial, Hilary Duff was among the biggest childhood stars in the early 2000s. The singer-actress is considered an icon and a face of Disney during that era -- starring in films such as "The Lizzie McGuire Movie " and "A Cinderella Story." Duff, 38, performed in the Bay A...
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Hilary Duff's mistaken thank you to a Bay Area city is a lighthearted misstep, but it also points to the often-blurred lines between the region's distinct cities. As a major tourist and entertainment destination, San Francisco and its surrounding cities frequently host high-profile performances, making it easy for visitors to get their locations mixed up. For locals, however, the mistake is a reminder of the unique character and identity of each city in the Bay Area. San Francisco, with its vibrant music and arts scene, is likely to host many more performances like Duff's in the future, and fans will be watching to see if their favorite artists get the city right next time. The mix-up may also spark some good-natured rivalry between Bay Area cities, with each one proud to claim its own distinct cultural attractions and events.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 13, 2026 ·
Source: KRON4 (KRON-TV) ·
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