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'''Dallas Dupree Young''' (born October 25, 2006) is an American actor best known for his recurring role in ''[[The Fosters (American TV series)|The Fosters]]'', and his starring role in the [[Nickelodeon]] sitcom ''[[Cousins for Life]]''. In 2021, he joined the cast of the [[Netflix]] series ''[[Cobra Kai]]'', a sequel to ''[[The Karate Kid (franchise)|The Karate Kid]]'' films. |
'''Dallas Dupree Young''' (born October 25, 2006) is an American actor best known for his recurring role in ''[[The Fosters (American TV series)|The Fosters]]'', and his starring role in the [[Nickelodeon]] sitcom ''[[Cousins for Life]]''. In 2021, he joined the cast of the [[Netflix]] series ''[[Cobra Kai]]'', a sequel to ''[[The Karate Kid (franchise)|The Karate Kid]]'' films. |
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==Early life== |
==Early life== |
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Young was born and raised in [[Houston]], [[Texas]].<ref name=HFM03012019>{{cite web |title=Houston, we have a star Meet Dallas Dupree Young! |url=https://houstonfamilymagazine.com/family-life/houston-we-have-a-star-meet-dallas-dupree-young/ |date=March 1, 2019 |work=Houston Family Magazine |access-date=December 31, 2021}}</ref> He is the son of [[Major League Baseball]] player [[Eric Young Sr.]] and his wife Beyonka Jackson.<ref name=SABRBio>{{cite web |last=Cooney |first=Mike |title=Eric Young Sr. |url=https://sabr.org/bioproj/person/eric-young-sr/ |date=March 27, 2018 |publisher=[[Society for American Baseball Research]] |access-date=December 31, 2021}}</ref> His older brother, [[Eric Young Jr.]], is also a professional baseball player.<ref>{{cite web |title=Eric Young Jr. BB |url=https://www.njsportsheroes.com/ericyoungjr.bb.html |website=NJSports.com |publisher=Upper Case Editorial Services, LLC |access-date=December 31, 2021}}</ref> Young dreamed of becoming a professional athlete like his father and brother.<ref name=TUT01042019>{{cite web |last=Jeter |first=Christina |title=Nickelodeon's 'Cousins for Life' Q&A (Part 2) with Dallas Dupree Young |url=https://theurbantwist.com/2019/01/04/nickelodeons-cousins-life-qa-part-2-dallas-dupree-young/ |date=January 4, 2019 |website=The Urban Twist |access-date=December 31, 2021}}</ref> He had aspirations of playing for the [[Colorado Rockies]] like they did. In addition to baseball, Young also loves basketball and football.<ref name=BCKOnline01052019>{{cite web |last=Silva |first=Tiffany |title=EXCLUSIVE: GET TO KNOW NICKELODEON'S 'COUSINS FOR LIFE' STARS DALLAS DUPREE YOUNG AND SCARLET SPENCER |url=https://bckonline.com/2019/01/05/exclusive-get-to-know-nickelodeons-cousins-for-life-cast-members-dallas-dupree-young-and-scarlet-spencer/ |date=January 5, 2019 |website=BCK Online |access-date=December 31, 2021}}</ref> Between the ages of 5 and 6, Young studied karate. He would later take kickboxing lessons as well.<ref name=MEAWW12312021>{{cite web |last=Sharma |first=Aayush |title=EXCLUSIVE{{!}} 'Cobra Kai' star Dallas Dupree Young praises Ralph Macchio for lifting his spirits |url=https://meaww.com/dallas-dupree-young-exclusive-interview-cobra-kai-season-4-netflix-ralph-macchio |date=December 31, 2021 |website=MEAWW.com |access-date=December 31, 2021}}</ref> |
Young was born and raised in [[Houston]], [[Texas]].<ref name=HFM03012019>{{cite web |title=Houston, we have a star Meet Dallas Dupree Young! |url=https://houstonfamilymagazine.com/family-life/houston-we-have-a-star-meet-dallas-dupree-young/ |date=March 1, 2019 |work=Houston Family Magazine |access-date=December 31, 2021}}</ref> He is the son of [[Major League Baseball]] player [[Eric Young Sr.]] and his wife Beyonka Jackson.<ref name=SABRBio>{{cite web |last=Cooney |first=Mike |title=Eric Young Sr. |url=https://sabr.org/bioproj/person/eric-young-sr/ |date=March 27, 2018 |publisher=[[Society for American Baseball Research]] |access-date=December 31, 2021}}</ref> His older brother, [[Eric Young Jr.]], is also a professional baseball player.<ref>{{cite web |title=Eric Young Jr. BB |url=https://www.njsportsheroes.com/ericyoungjr.bb.html |website=NJSports.com |publisher=Upper Case Editorial Services, LLC |access-date=December 31, 2021}}</ref> Young dreamed of becoming a professional athlete like his father and brother.<ref name=TUT01042019>{{cite web |last=Jeter |first=Christina |title=Nickelodeon's 'Cousins for Life' Q&A (Part 2) with Dallas Dupree Young |url=https://theurbantwist.com/2019/01/04/nickelodeons-cousins-life-qa-part-2-dallas-dupree-young/ |date=January 4, 2019 |website=The Urban Twist |access-date=December 31, 2021}}</ref> He had aspirations of playing for the [[Colorado Rockies]] like they did. In addition to baseball, Young also loves basketball and football.<ref name=BCKOnline01052019>{{cite web |last=Silva |first=Tiffany |title=EXCLUSIVE: GET TO KNOW NICKELODEON'S 'COUSINS FOR LIFE' STARS DALLAS DUPREE YOUNG AND SCARLET SPENCER |url=https://bckonline.com/2019/01/05/exclusive-get-to-know-nickelodeons-cousins-for-life-cast-members-dallas-dupree-young-and-scarlet-spencer/ |date=January 5, 2019 |website=BCK Online |access-date=December 31, 2021}}</ref> Between the ages of 5 and 6, Young studied karate. He would later take kickboxing lessons as well.<ref name=MEAWW12312021>{{cite web |last=Sharma |first=Aayush |title=EXCLUSIVE{{!}} 'Cobra Kai' star Dallas Dupree Young praises Ralph Macchio for lifting his spirits |url=https://meaww.com/dallas-dupree-young-exclusive-interview-cobra-kai-season-4-netflix-ralph-macchio |date=December 31, 2021 |website=MEAWW.com |access-date=December 31, 2021}}</ref> |
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Though he was sure he would become a baseball player, plans changed when a neighbor encouraged Young to go into acting.<ref name=MLB.com>{{cite web |last=Bowman |first=Mark |title=Eric Young Sr. proud of son, a budding actor |url=https://www.mlb.com/news/eric-young-sr-s-son-dallas-a-budding-actor |date=February 14, 2021 |website=[[MLB.com]] |publisher=[[MLB Advanced Media]] |access-date=December 31, 2021}}</ref> Young credited shows he grew up watching such as, ''[[Family Matters]]'', ''[[Hannah Montana]]'' and ''[[Jessie (2011 TV series)|Jessie]]'', with helping him discover his passion for acting.<ref name=PopC12312021>{{cite web |author=Kevin |title=Exclusive Interview: Pop-Culturalist Chats with Cobra Kai's Dallas Dupree Young |url=http://pop-culturalist.com/exclusive-interview-pop-culturalist-chats-with-cobra-kais-dallas-dupree-young/ |date=December 31, 2021 |website=Pop-Culturalist |access-date=December 31, 2021}}</ref> He later met with talent scout Diana Horner.<ref name=PopC02022019>{{cite web |author=Kevin |title=Exclusive Interview: Pop-Culturalist Chats with Cousins for Life's Dallas Dupree Young |url=http://pop-culturalist.com/exclusive-interview-pop-culturalist-chats-with-cousins-for-lifes-dallas-dupree-young/ |date=February 2, 2019 |website=Pop-Culturalist |access-date=December 31, 2021}}</ref> Young was invited to attend an acting showcase in Los Angeles where he met his manager. His manager would then introduce him to an agent and Young began booking jobs immediately.<ref name=TUT01042019/><ref>{{cite web |last=Freeman-Coates |first=Charlotte |title=Exclusive Interview: Dallas Dupree Young |url=https://celebmix.com/exclusive-interview-dallas-dupree-young/ |date=January 3, 2019 |website=CelebMix |access-date=December 31, 2021}}</ref> He credits [[Denzel Washington]] as his biggest influence.<ref name=PopC12312021 |
Though he was sure he would become a baseball player, plans changed when a neighbor encouraged Young to go into acting.<ref name=MLB.com>{{cite web |last=Bowman |first=Mark |title=Eric Young Sr. proud of son, a budding actor |url=https://www.mlb.com/news/eric-young-sr-s-son-dallas-a-budding-actor |date=February 14, 2021 |website=[[MLB.com]] |publisher=[[MLB Advanced Media]] |access-date=December 31, 2021}}</ref> Young credited shows he grew up watching such as, ''[[Family Matters]]'', ''[[Hannah Montana]]'' and ''[[Jessie (2011 TV series)|Jessie]]'', with helping him discover his passion for acting.<ref name=PopC12312021>{{cite web |author=Kevin |title=Exclusive Interview: Pop-Culturalist Chats with Cobra Kai's Dallas Dupree Young |url=http://pop-culturalist.com/exclusive-interview-pop-culturalist-chats-with-cobra-kais-dallas-dupree-young/ |date=December 31, 2021 |website=Pop-Culturalist |access-date=December 31, 2021}}</ref> He later met with talent scout Diana Horner.<ref name=PopC02022019>{{cite web |author=Kevin |title=Exclusive Interview: Pop-Culturalist Chats with Cousins for Life's Dallas Dupree Young |url=http://pop-culturalist.com/exclusive-interview-pop-culturalist-chats-with-cousins-for-lifes-dallas-dupree-young/ |date=February 2, 2019 |website=Pop-Culturalist |access-date=December 31, 2021}}</ref> Young was invited to attend an acting showcase in Los Angeles where he met his manager. His manager would then introduce him to an agent and Young began booking jobs immediately.<ref name=TUT01042019/><ref>{{cite web |last=Freeman-Coates |first=Charlotte |title=Exclusive Interview: Dallas Dupree Young |url=https://celebmix.com/exclusive-interview-dallas-dupree-young/ |date=January 3, 2019 |website=CelebMix |access-date=December 31, 2021}}</ref> He credits [[Denzel Washington]] as his biggest influence.<ref name=PopC12312021/> |
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==Career== |
==Career== |
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Young began acting at age 9 when he appeared in a short film.<ref name=BCKOnline01052019/><ref name=HFM03012019/><ref name=MEAWW12312021/> He later made his television debut in [[Investigation Discovery]]'s documentary television series, ''[[Murder Among Friends (TV series)|Murder Among Friends]]''. He filmed his audition on his on his manager's front lawn and he booked the gig the very next day. He would go on to appear in episodes of ''[[Shameless (American TV series)|Shameless]]'', ''[[The Mayor (TV series)|The Mayor]]'', ''[[The Good Place]]'' and ''[[The Fosters (American TV series)|The Fosters]]''.<ref name=TUT01042019/> He also landed a small role in the 2018 sci-fi film ''[[Ready Player One (film)|Ready Player One]]''.<ref name=PopC02022019/> In 2018, Young landed his first leading role when he was cast as Stuart in the [[Nickelodeon]] sitcom ''Cousins for Life'', created by [[Kevin Kopelow and Heath Seifert]].<ref>{{cite web |last=Petski |first=Denise |title=Nickelodeon Orders Live-Action Buddy Comedy 'Cousins For Life' |url=https://deadline.com/2018/03/nickelodeon-orders-live-action-buddy-comedy-cousins-for-life-kevin-kopelow-heath-seifert-1202319373/ |date=March 8, 2018 |website=[[Deadline Hollywood]] |publisher=[[Penske Media Corporation]] |access-date=December 31, 2021}}</ref> In 2019, he appeared in two episodes of [[American Broadcasting Company|ABC]]'s ''[[Mixed-ish]]''.<ref name=PopC12312021/> Young was later cast in the [[Willie Aikens]] biopic ''The Royal''.<ref name=MLB.com>{{cite web |last=Bowman |first=Mark |title=Eric Young Sr. proud of son, a budding actor |url=https://www.mlb.com/news/eric-young-sr-s-son-dallas-a-budding-actor |date=February 14, 2021 |website=[[MLB.com]] |publisher=[[MLB Advanced Media]] |access-date=December 31, 2021}}</ref> |
Young began acting at age 9 when he appeared in a short film.<ref name=BCKOnline01052019/><ref name=HFM03012019/><ref name=MEAWW12312021/> He later made his television debut in [[Investigation Discovery]]'s documentary television series, ''[[Murder Among Friends (TV series)|Murder Among Friends]]''. He filmed his audition on his on his manager's front lawn and he booked the gig the very next day. He would go on to appear in episodes of ''[[Shameless (American TV series)|Shameless]]'', ''[[The Mayor (TV series)|The Mayor]]'', ''[[The Good Place]]'' and ''[[The Fosters (American TV series)|The Fosters]]''.<ref name=TUT01042019/> He also landed a small role in the 2018 sci-fi film ''[[Ready Player One (film)|Ready Player One]]''.<ref name=PopC02022019/> In 2018, Young landed his first leading role when he was cast as Stuart in the [[Nickelodeon]] sitcom ''Cousins for Life'', created by [[Kevin Kopelow and Heath Seifert]].<ref>{{cite web |last=Petski |first=Denise |title=Nickelodeon Orders Live-Action Buddy Comedy 'Cousins For Life' |url=https://deadline.com/2018/03/nickelodeon-orders-live-action-buddy-comedy-cousins-for-life-kevin-kopelow-heath-seifert-1202319373/ |date=March 8, 2018 |website=[[Deadline Hollywood]] |publisher=[[Penske Media Corporation]] |access-date=December 31, 2021}}</ref> In 2019, he appeared in two episodes of [[American Broadcasting Company|ABC]]'s ''[[Mixed-ish]]''.<ref name=PopC12312021/> Young was later cast in the [[Willie Aikens]] biopic ''The Royal''.<ref name=MLB.com>{{cite web |last=Bowman |first=Mark |title=Eric Young Sr. proud of son, a budding actor |url=https://www.mlb.com/news/eric-young-sr-s-son-dallas-a-budding-actor |date=February 14, 2021 |website=[[MLB.com]] |publisher=[[MLB Advanced Media]] |access-date=December 31, 2021}}</ref> |
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In 2020, Young appeared in an episode of the [[Fox Broadcasting Company|Fox]] drama, ''[[9-1-1 (TV series)|9-1-1]]''.<ref name=MEAWW12312021/> That year, he would also book a recurring role on another Netflix series, ''[[The Big Show Show]]'' where he played a character named after singer [[Taylor Swift]].<ref>{{cite web |last=Sorokach |first=Josh |title='The Big Show Show' On Netflix Cast: Here's The Scoop On Allison Munn, Reylynn Caster, Dallas Young, & More |url=https://decider.com/2020/04/07/the-big-show-netflix-cast-family-wife-kids/ |date=April 7, 2020 |website=[[Decider (website)|Decider]] |access-date=December 31, 2021}}</ref> In 2021, Young was cast in the recurring role of Kenny Payne in [[Netflix]]'s critical acclaimed original series, ''Cobra Kai''.<ref>{{cite web |last=Otterson |first=Joe |title='Cobra Kai' Promotes Vanessa Rubio, Peyton List to Series Regulars for Season 4, Show Adds Two to Cast |url=https://variety.com/2021/tv/news/cobra-kai-season-4-vanessa-rubio-peyton-list-1234916341/ |date=February 26, 2021 |magazine= [[Variety (magazine)|Variety]] |publisher=[[Penske Media Corporation]] |access-date=December 31, 2021}}</ref> At age 15, Young was the youngest member of the cast.<ref name=Backstage>{{cite web |last=Dupree Young |first=Dallas |title=The Youngest Cast Member on 'Cobra Kai' Is a Different Actor Thanks to the Show |url=https://www.backstage.com/magazine/article/netflix-cobra-kai-dallas-dupree-young-career-advice-74440/ |date=December 22, 2021 |magazine=[[Backstage (magazine)|Backstage]] |publisher=Backstage, LLC |access-date=December 31, 2021}}</ref> Young auditioned for the role in 2020 and the process took approximately three weeks. While he grew up on the original films, Young waited until he booked the role to binge the television series which only added to his excitement.<ref name=MEAWW12312021/> To prepare for the role, he studied martial arts and also researched [[Bruce Lee]] and [[Wesley Snipes]] to develop his technique for the fight scenes.<ref name=Backstage/><ref name=PopC12312021/> |
In 2020, Young appeared in an episode of the [[Fox Broadcasting Company|Fox]] drama, ''[[9-1-1 (TV series)|9-1-1]]''.<ref name=MEAWW12312021/> That year, he would also book a recurring role on another Netflix series, ''[[The Big Show Show]]'' where he played a character named after singer [[Taylor Swift]].<ref>{{cite web |last=Sorokach |first=Josh |title='The Big Show Show' On Netflix Cast: Here's The Scoop On Allison Munn, Reylynn Caster, Dallas Young, & More |url=https://decider.com/2020/04/07/the-big-show-netflix-cast-family-wife-kids/ |date=April 7, 2020 |website=[[Decider (website)|Decider]] |access-date=December 31, 2021}}</ref> In 2021, Young was cast in the recurring role of Kenny Payne in [[Netflix]]'s critical acclaimed original series, ''Cobra Kai''.<ref>{{cite web |last=Otterson |first=Joe |title='Cobra Kai' Promotes Vanessa Rubio, Peyton List to Series Regulars for Season 4, Show Adds Two to Cast |url=https://variety.com/2021/tv/news/cobra-kai-season-4-vanessa-rubio-peyton-list-1234916341/ |date=February 26, 2021 |magazine= [[Variety (magazine)|Variety]] |publisher=[[Penske Media Corporation]] |access-date=December 31, 2021}}</ref> At age 15, Young was the youngest member of the cast.<ref name=Backstage>{{cite web |last=Dupree Young |first=Dallas |title=The Youngest Cast Member on 'Cobra Kai' Is a Different Actor Thanks to the Show |url=https://www.backstage.com/magazine/article/netflix-cobra-kai-dallas-dupree-young-career-advice-74440/ |date=December 22, 2021 |magazine=[[Backstage (magazine)|Backstage]] |publisher=Backstage, LLC |access-date=December 31, 2021}}</ref> Young auditioned for the role in 2020 and the process took approximately three weeks. While he grew up on the original films, Young waited until he booked the role to binge the television series which only added to his excitement.<ref name=MEAWW12312021/> To prepare for the role, he studied martial arts and also researched [[Bruce Lee]] and [[Wesley Snipes]] to develop his technique for the fight scenes.<ref name=Backstage/><ref name=PopC12312021/> Young is set to appear in ''The Royal'' and has starred in ''1-800-Hot-Nite'', which released on Paramount+ with Showtime in 2022.<ref>{{cite web |last=Shriller |first=Beth |title=Dallas Dupree Young on joining 'Cobra Kai' |url=https://www.fandomize.com/featured/dallas-dupree-young-on-joining-cobra-kai/ |date=December 29, 2021 |website=Fandomize |publisher=Fandomize Media, LLC. |access-date=December 31, 2021}}</ref> |
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Dallas Dupree Young | |
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| Born | October 25, 2006 Cypress, Texas, U.S. |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 2016–present |
| Father | Eric Young Sr. |
| Relatives | Eric Young Jr. (half-brother) |
Dallas Dupree Young (born October 25, 2006) is an American actor best known for his recurring role in The Fosters, and his starring role in the Nickelodeon sitcom Cousins for Life. In 2021, he joined the cast of the Netflix series Cobra Kai, a sequel to The Karate Kid films.
Early life
[edit]Young was born and raised in Houston, Texas.[1] He is the son of Major League Baseball player Eric Young Sr. and his wife Beyonka Jackson.[2] His older brother, Eric Young Jr., is also a professional baseball player.[3] Young dreamed of becoming a professional athlete like his father and brother.[4] He had aspirations of playing for the Colorado Rockies like they did. In addition to baseball, Young also loves basketball and football.[5] Between the ages of 5 and 6, Young studied karate. He would later take kickboxing lessons as well.[6]
Though he was sure he would become a baseball player, plans changed when a neighbor encouraged Young to go into acting.[7] Young credited shows he grew up watching such as, Family Matters, Hannah Montana and Jessie, with helping him discover his passion for acting.[8] He later met with talent scout Diana Horner.[9] Young was invited to attend an acting showcase in Los Angeles where he met his manager. His manager would then introduce him to an agent and Young began booking jobs immediately.[4][10] He credits Denzel Washington as his biggest influence.[8]
Career
[edit]Young began acting at age 9 when he appeared in a short film.[5][1][6] He later made his television debut in Investigation Discovery's documentary television series, Murder Among Friends. He filmed his audition on his on his manager's front lawn and he booked the gig the very next day. He would go on to appear in episodes of Shameless, The Mayor, The Good Place and The Fosters.[4] He also landed a small role in the 2018 sci-fi film Ready Player One.[9] In 2018, Young landed his first leading role when he was cast as Stuart in the Nickelodeon sitcom Cousins for Life, created by Kevin Kopelow and Heath Seifert.[11] In 2019, he appeared in two episodes of ABC's Mixed-ish.[8] Young was later cast in the Willie Aikens biopic The Royal.[7]
In 2020, Young appeared in an episode of the Fox drama, 9-1-1.[6] That year, he would also book a recurring role on another Netflix series, The Big Show Show where he played a character named after singer Taylor Swift.[12] In 2021, Young was cast in the recurring role of Kenny Payne in Netflix's critical acclaimed original series, Cobra Kai.[13] At age 15, Young was the youngest member of the cast.[14] Young auditioned for the role in 2020 and the process took approximately three weeks. While he grew up on the original films, Young waited until he booked the role to binge the television series which only added to his excitement.[6] To prepare for the role, he studied martial arts and also researched Bruce Lee and Wesley Snipes to develop his technique for the fight scenes.[14][8] Young is set to appear in The Royal and has starred in 1-800-Hot-Nite, which released on Paramount+ with Showtime in 2022.[15]
Filmography
[edit]| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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| 2016 | Murder Among Friends | Kevin | Episode: "The Rabbit Hole" |
| 2017 | The Good Place | Young Uzo | Episode: "Chidi's Choice" |
| The Mayor | Elijah | 2 Episodes | |
| Shameless | De'Andre | Episode: "Fuck Paying It Forward" | |
| Vampirina | Student / Classmates (voice) | 4 Episodes Episode: "Nanpire the Great" (2017) Episode: "Two Heads Are Better Than One" (2017) Episode: "Bat Got Your Tongue" (2019) Episode: "The Haunted Theater" (2019) | |
| 2018 | Ready Player One | Elementary Kid | Minor role |
| The Fosters | Corey | 3 Episodes | |
| 2018–2019 | Cousins for Life | Stuart | Series regular |
| 2019 | Mixed-ish | Rodney | 2 Episodes |
| Where's Waldo | Mateo (voice) | Episode: "Bahama Drama" | |
| 2020 | Glitch Techs | Young Casino (voice) | Episode: "Smashozaurs" |
| The Big Show Show | Taylor | Recurring role: 5 Episodes Episode: "The Big Brain" Episode: "The Big Sinkhole" Episode: "The Big Party" Episode: "The Big Surprise" Episode: "The Big Decision" | |
| The Main Event | Mason | Netflix original film | |
| 9-1-1 | Bryce | Episode: "The One That Got Away" | |
| 2021–present | Cobra Kai | Kenny Payne | Recurring role (season 4); main role (season 5 and 6)
32 episodes[16] |
| 2021 | Good Trouble | Corey | Episode: "Klompendansen" |
| Sydney to the Max | Benny | Episode: "Tearin' Up My Room" | |
| The Royal | Young Willie Aikens | Upcoming | |
| 2022 | 1-800-Hot Nite | Tommy | Released on Paramount+ with Showtime |
| 2023 | Urkel Saves Santa: the Movie | Jordon (voice) | Direct-to-Video |
References
[edit]- ^ a b "Houston, we have a star Meet Dallas Dupree Young!". Houston Family Magazine. March 1, 2019. Retrieved December 31, 2021.
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External links
[edit]- Dallas Young at IMDb