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Malachi Barton
Born
Malachi Daniel Barton

(2007-03-10) March 10, 2007 (age 18)
Virginia Beach, Virginia
OccupationActor
Years active2014–present
Parents

Malachi Daniel Barton (born March 10, 2007) is an American actor and singer.[1] He is best known for his notable roles in Disney Channel productions.[2] He first gained prominence as Beast Diaz in Stuck in the Middle (2016–2018) and starred as Colby Madden in The Villains of Valley View (2022-2023).[3][4] In 2025, Malachi played Victor in Zombies 4: Dawn of the Vampires.

Early life

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Malachi Daniel Barton was born on March 10, 2007, in Virginia Beach, Virginia, United States.[5] He is the only child of Felicia Barton, a singer-songwriter and former American Idol contestant, and Loren Barton, a guitarist and tour manager.[6] Growing up in a musically and creatively driven household, Barton was exposed to the entertainment industry from an early age.[7] He showed an early interest in performing, and by the age of four, he began appearing in national commercials for major brands such as McDonald’s, Kmart, and Lay’s.[8] He was encouraged by his parents, as he started auditioning for television roles, eventually landing his first acting gigs in 2014. His family later relocated to Los Angeles to support his growing career, allowing him to pursue acting professionally while continuing his education.[9][10]

Career

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2014–2015: Early career

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Barton began his acting career at a very young age in 2014 as he made his first television debut with a small role as Tiny Kid in the comedy series Workaholics.[11] That same year, he appeared in See Dad Run as Bobby. [12] In 2015, he continued with more guest roles in family sitcoms like Instant Mom as Trevor and Henry Danger as Eric.[13][14] These roles helped him gain experience and exposure in the industry.

2016–2023: Disney breakthrough and voice acting

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Barton’s big break came in 2016 when he was cast as Beast Diaz in the Disney Channel series Stuck in the Middle, a show centered around a large Latino family.[15] He played the second youngest sibling, and his role made him a familiar face on Disney Channel. The show ran for three seasons until 2018, with his appearing in all episodes.[16][17] During this time, he also appeared in Disney commercials.[18][19][20] Over the course of the series, Barton became a Disney kid star, often involved in brand promotions and network events.[21][22]

After Stuck in the Middle, Barton shifted into voice acting and occasional guest spots.[23] He voiced Lionel in the animated series Fancy Nancy (2018-2022).[24][25] He also voiced Leo in Elena of Avalor (2020).[26][27] He appeared in shows like Bunk’d and Just Roll with It, continuing his Disney Channel presence.[28][29][30] In 2019, he had a major movie break by playing young Diego in the live-action film Dora and the Lost City of Gold.[31][32] He took on leading roles in Disney Channel Original Movies. In 2021, he starred as Marshall in Under Wraps, a Halloween-themed remake of the 1997 movie.[33][34] In 2022, he reprised his role in the sequel Under Wraps 2.[35] He also starred from 2022 to 2023 as he cast as Colby Madden / Flashform in the Disney Channel Original series The Villains of Valley View, a superhero comedy series.[36][37]

2024–present: Zombies 4: Dawn of the Vampires

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In 2024, it was confirmed that Barton had joined the cast of the Disney Channel Original movie Zombies 4: Dawn of the Vampires, the fourth film installment of the series.[38] He played Victor, a vampire character, marking his debut in the fantasy/teen musical genre.[39][40]

Filmography

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Film

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Year Film Role Notes
2019 Dora and the Lost City of Gold Young Diego
2021 Under Wraps Marshall Television film
2022 Under Wraps 2
2025 Zombies 4: Dawn of the Vampires Victor Television film

Television

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Year Film Role Notes
2014 Workaholics Tiny Kid Episode: "We Be Clownin'"
See Dad Run Bobby 2 episodes
2015 Henry Danger Eric Episode: "Invisible Brad"
Instant Mom Trevor Episode: "Two Guys and a Gabby"
2016–2018 Stuck in the Middle Beast Diaz Main role
2018–2022 Fancy Nancy Lionel (voice)
2019 Super Powers Beat Down Young Bruce Wayne Episode: "Flashpoint Batman vs Killmonger"
Bunk'd Jasper Flores Episode: "Lone Wolf"
2020 Just Roll with It Tyber Episode: "Owen and Blair in the Morning"
Elena of Avalor Leo (voice) Episode: "Elena's Day Off"
2022–2023 The Villains of Valley View Colby Madden / Flashform Main role

Awards and nominations

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Year Association Category Nominated works Result Ref.
2017 Young Entertainer Awards Best Supporting Young Actor Stuck in the Middle Nominated [41]
2018 Won [42]

References

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  1. ^ Nebens, Richard (2024-08-01). "Who Is Malachi Barton? 5 Things To Know About Zombies 4 Actor - Wiki Bio Details". The Direct. Retrieved 2025-07-11.
  2. ^ Panzella, Alexander (2025-07-09). "All About Malachi Barton - The Dining Destination". Retrieved 2025-07-11.
  3. ^ Flick, Direct. The Villains of Valley View Reed Horstmann & Malachi Barton Interview. Retrieved 2025-07-11 – via flickdirect.com.
  4. ^ Ramos, Dino-Ray (2020-11-13). "Disney Channel Sets Cast For Modern Remake Of Its First-Ever Original Movie 'Under Wraps'". Deadline. Retrieved 2025-07-11.
  5. ^ "Who is Malachi Barton". Best Toppers. 2023-01-23. Retrieved 2025-07-12.
  6. ^ "'Zombies 4' Star Malachi Barton and His Parents Talk Life on Set and Being a Child Actor". Yahoo Entertainment. 2025-07-09. Retrieved 2025-07-12.
  7. ^ "Malachi Barton and his Mother and Father Talk Life on Set". Parents. Retrieved 2025-07-12.
  8. ^ Panzella, Alexander (2025-07-09). "All About Malachi Barton's Achievements - The Dining Destination". Retrieved 2025-07-12.
  9. ^ "Everything You Need To Know About Malachi Barton's Life". The Times of India. Retrieved 2025-07-12.
  10. ^ Nebens, Richard (2024-08-01). "Who Is Malachi Barton? 5 Things To Know About Zombies 4 Actor - Wiki Bio Details". The Direct. Retrieved 2025-07-12.
  11. ^ Ntombela, Tshepiso (2023-12-06). "Facts about Malachi Barton, Disney's Stuck in The Middle actor - Briefly.co.za". briefly.co.za. Retrieved 2025-07-11.
  12. ^ Wickes, Hanna (2025-07-09). "Malachi Barton Plays Victor in 'ZOMBIES 4:' Age, Roles, and More". J-14. Retrieved 2025-07-11.
  13. ^ "Fan Casting Instant Mom as Malachi Barton in Things these actors have been in on myCast". myCast - Fan Casting Your Favorite Stories. Retrieved 2025-07-11.
  14. ^ "Fan Casting Malachi Barton as Henry Danger in Face Claims Sorted by Nickelodeon Shows and Original Movies on myCast". myCast - Fan Casting Your Favorite Stories. Retrieved 2025-07-11.
  15. ^ "'Zombies 4' Star Malachi Barton and His Parents Talk Life on Set and Being a Child Actor". Parents. Retrieved 2025-07-11.
  16. ^ Barker, Stephen (2022-05-25). "The Cast Of Stuck In The Middle: Where Are They Now?". ScreenRant. Retrieved 2025-07-11.
  17. ^ theseat42f (2016-06-16). "Disney Channel Renews STUCK IN THE MIDDLE For Second Season | Seat42F". seat42f.com. Retrieved 2025-07-11.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link)
  18. ^ "Malachi Barton TV Commercials". www.ispot.tv. Retrieved 2025-07-11.
  19. ^ "Disney releases 'Worlds Collide,' a new franchise mashup song for the 'Descendants/Zombies' tour". ABC7 Los Angeles. 2025-06-27. Retrieved 2025-07-11.
  20. ^ "Disney Channel's Stuck in the Middle stars break two world records". Guinness World Records. 2018-03-08. Archived from the original on 2019-09-09. Retrieved 2025-07-11.
  21. ^ "Disney Announces Tour Dates for 'Descendants/Zombies: Worlds Collide Tour' Summer 2025". Retrieved 2025-07-11.
  22. ^ "Disney releases 'Worlds Collide,' a new franchise mashup song for the 'Descendants/Zombies' tour". ABC7 Los Angeles. 2025-06-27. Retrieved 2025-07-11.
  23. ^ "'Zombies 4' Star Malachi Barton and His Parents Talk Life on Set and Being a Child Actor". Yahoo Entertainment. 2025-07-09. Retrieved 2025-07-11.
  24. ^ Zahed, Ramin (2018-07-12). "Meet Disney Junior's High-Spirited Heroine 'Fancy Nancy'". Animation Magazine. Retrieved 2025-07-11.
  25. ^ Nordyke, Kimberly (2019-09-18). "'Fancy Nancy' Gets Early Renewal on Disney Junior (Exclusive)". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved 2025-07-11.
  26. ^ Newsdesk, Laughing Place Disney (2016-01-13). "Elena of Avalor Announces Voice Cast". LaughingPlace.com. Retrieved 2025-07-11.
  27. ^ "Disney Channel Renews 'Elena of Avalor' for Season 2". Yahoo Entertainment. 2016-08-11. Retrieved 2025-07-11.
  28. ^ Haring, Bruce (2019-03-18). "'Bunk'd' Adds Three New Cast Members For Season 4 On Disney Channel". Deadline. Retrieved 2025-07-11.
  29. ^ Petski, Denise (2018-10-24). "Disney Channel Orders Hybrid Scripted/Improvisational Family Comedy Series 'Just Roll With It'". Deadline. Retrieved 2025-07-11.
  30. ^ "How Disney's Just Roll With It came to life". Retrieved 2025-07-11.
  31. ^ Hullender, Tatiana (2021-09-29). "Malachi Barton & Phil Wright Interview: Under Wraps". ScreenRant. Retrieved 2025-07-11.
  32. ^ "'Dora and the Lost City of Gold'". The Movie Cricket. 2019-08-07. Retrieved 2025-07-11.
  33. ^ Nakamura, Reid (2020-11-13). "Disney Channel to Remake First Original Movie 'Under Wraps'". TheWrap. Retrieved 2025-07-11.
  34. ^ Stivale, Shelby (2021-09-29). "'Under Wraps' Cast Talks 'Honor' of Remaking Disney Channel Movie". J-14. Retrieved 2025-07-11.
  35. ^ "'Under Wraps 2' Trailer: Malachi Barton, Phil Wright And Christian J. Simon Starrer 'Under Wraps 2' Official Trailer". The Times of India. Retrieved 2025-07-11.
  36. ^ Flick, Direct. The Villains of Valley View Reed Horstmann & Malachi Barton Interview. Retrieved 2025-07-11 – via flickdirect.com.
  37. ^ Reif, Alex (2022-06-02). "Interview with the Cast of Disney Channel's "The Villains of Valley View"". LaughingPlace.com. Retrieved 2025-07-11.
  38. ^ "Video Cast of 'Zombies 4' talks new sequel". Deadline. Retrieved 2025-07-15.
  39. ^ Cantor, Brian (2025-07-04). "Zombies 4 Stars Meg Donnelly, Milo Manheim, Malachi Barton, Freya Skye Booked For July 11 Good Morning America". Headline Planet. Retrieved 2025-07-11.
  40. ^ Sharpe, Josh. "Exclusive: ZOMBIES 4 Stars Freya Skye and Malachi Barton Share Their Favorite Forbidden Love Stories". BroadwayWorld.com. Retrieved 2025-07-11.
  41. ^ "Young Entertainer Awards (2017)". IMDb (in German). Retrieved 2025-07-11.
  42. ^ "Malachi Barton Career and Achievements". TVGuide.com. Retrieved 2025-07-11.
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