Where Is Erik Per Sullivan Now? Inside His Life After Declining to Join the “Malcolm in the Middle” Reboot
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Key Points:
- Erik Per Sullivan, known for playing Dewey on "Malcolm in the Middle," will not reprise his role in the upcoming four-episode revival on Disney+, as he has retired from acting and is pursuing a master's degree at Harvard.
- Bryan Cranston and Jane Kaczmarek confirmed that Per Sullivan declined to return despite lucrative offers, with Kaczmarek noting his strong academic focus and disinterest in returning to show business.
- Sullivan, who acted from childhood until 2010, has led a private life since leaving Hollywood, shifting his focus to education and studying Victorian literature at a prestigious university.
- The role of Dewey in the revival will be played by Caleb Ellsworth-Clark, marking the first time the character has been recast since the original series ended in 2006.
- Per Sullivan’s departure from acting reflects a personal choice to prioritize academia over entertainment, with former cast members expressing admiration for his decision to step away from the spotlight.
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