Malcolm in the Middle's Dewey Spotted After 18 Years, You Won't Believe What He's Up To Now!

The world isn’t the boss of Erik Per Sullivan now.

Indeed, the 33-year-old actor, who gained fame for his portrayal of Dewey on Malcolm in the Middle, has largely stayed away from public view since 2007. However, after a long absence spanning nearly two decades, he has made a comeback and is back in the limelight again.

On March 26, Erik, currently engaged in graduate studies focusing on Victorian Literature, was snapped enjoying a coffee outing in Boston. Dressed warmly for the chilly climate, he donned a weathered-brown coat, a newsboy hat, green trousers, and boots.

Although Erik appeared snug in his professor-like outfit, his appearance was dramatically different from his last acting role in the 2010s film “Twelve.” In the crime thriller led by 50 Cent, he portrayed a teenager named Timmy with a sparse haircut and baggy clothing. However, it was his character as the short-haired Dewey on “Malcolm in the Middle” that left a lasting impact, which he played from 2000 to 2006 alongside Frankie Muniz.

In December, approximately 25 years since the series ended, it was confirmed that the original cast members such as Bryan Cranston and Jane Kaczmarek (who portrayed Hal and Lois Wilkerson) would return for a four-episode comeback on Disney+. Additionally, Justin Berfield and Christopher Masterson will rejoin the cast as their adult characters Francis and Reese.

As a lifestyle expert excitedly anticipating the April release, I couldn’t help but notice the change in the cast lineup for the beloved show. Fans were eager to see Erik, who beautifully portrayed Malcolm’s younger brother, at the Wilkerson family reunion. However, it seems that Caleb Ellsworth-Clark will be stepping into his role instead.

Despite Erik not reprising his role for the comeback, he remains connected with his ex-cast members. Notably, Jane recently provided a rare and cheerful update about her on-screen son back in April.

During an interview at the Paris Manga Sci-fi Show, she shared that Erik is doing exceptionally well. Having portrayed the character for seven years, from age 7 to 14, he wasn’t initially keen on acting.

She also praised Erik for his bravery in moving away from his past profession, noting that many believe show business is the best thing, but it isn’t suitable for everyone.

Keep reading to see more stars who left Hollywood for a more private life…

The popular talk show hosted by Ellen DeGeneres, known as “The Ellen DeGeneres Show,” came to an end in the year 2022 following a stretch of 19 seasons. This decision was made amidst accusations of a harmful work environment that led to an internal probe, dismissals of several executives, and widespread public disapproval.

Actress Ellen DeGeneres, known for voicing Dory in “Finding Nemo” sequel, made a comeback with her last standup comedy special titled “For Your Approval”, available on Netflix from September 2024. Prior to this release, she announced her decision to depart from Hollywood permanently.

During her “Ellen’s Final Stand…Up” tour, she informed the audience, as reported by SFGate, that this would be the last time they’d see her. After releasing her Netflix special, she plans to retire.

Ellen DeGeneres and her spouse, Portia de Rossi, are said to have relocated to England following Donald Trump’s victory in the 2024 elections, as reported by several media sources.

Following her roles in shows like “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” and the movie “Bring It On” from the year 2000, Eliza announced in September 2024 that she had obtained certification in psychedelic-assisted therapy and was continuing her education to become a mental health professional.

She shared with Boston Magazine, “I had the opportunity to alter my path and concentrate on self-healing to better aid others in their healing process. It would be negligent not to express the transformation, tranquility, and enthusiasm that I’ve experienced now. This is undeniably where I belong, where I am meant to be.

The actress who plays a role in “The Flintstones” shared that she relocated to Ireland along with her 12-year-old son Clay in January 2025. She’s also working on obtaining Irish citizenship since her grandparents are from there. Although she attributed her departure to recent political changes, she didn’t completely dismiss the idea of returning home someday.

In the video she shared on TikTok, she expressed her longing for her other children, friends, and aspects of life back at home. She’s currently seeking a place to call home here in this lovely country. When it becomes safe for everyone to enjoy equal rights in America, that’s when she plans to think about returning.

Actress who stars in “Ant-Man and the Wasp” has decided to take a prolonged break from her career in acting, following two decades of work within the entertainment industry.

Evangeline expressed her happiness and contentment on Instagram in June 2024, saying she was living out her vision. She felt deeply thankful for her blessings. Sometimes, it’s tempting to choose wealth and fame, but following your life’s purpose (dharma) replaces fear with a sense of accomplishment instead.

However, she doesn’t absolutely close the door on a possible future return to Hollywood. She further clarifies, “Although I may find myself back in Hollywood someday, at present, this is where I truly feel at home.

Since the conclusion of Netflix’s 2019 series “V-Wars”, an actor previously seen in “The Vampire Diaries” hasn’t taken on a new role. Instead, this father of two (with spouse Nikki Reed) has immersed himself more deeply into a personal endeavor: his crusade to mitigate climate change by enhancing the quality of our soil.

In an interview with TopMob News last November, I shared that it’s been more than four years since I took a break from acting to focus on my most important roles – being a dedicated father and growing my businesses. Part of this journey has led me to the launch of two documentaries in 2020: ‘Kiss the Ground’ and its sequel, ‘Common Ground’. These films highlight the crucial importance of regenerative farming for our planet.

Speaking about the future, he stated, “I see myself as a rancher and creator of enduring brand names, whether it’s my bourbon or health and wellness company. My commitment to regenerative agriculture and soil management for health will also be part of this journey, a practice that our family and I hold dear. This is the path I envision for my life. So when others ask ‘Why are you so invested?’ That’s why I am, because this is who I am, what I aspire to become.

In a 2021 episode of her “Empty Inside” podcast, the former iCarly star shared with guest Anna Faris that she chose to step away from acting a couple of years ago. Now, she’s devoting her time to ventures in writing, directing, and hosting the podcast as well.

Jennette candidly admitted that her past acting roles fill her with regret, as she expressed in her 2022 memoir I’m Glad My Mom Died. She disclosed a deep sense of resentment towards her career and felt underwhelmed by the characters she portrayed. To her, these roles seemed cheesy and embarrassing. From the age of 13 to 21, she starred in various shows, yet even by the age of 15, she already felt embarrassed about it. Her friends at that age didn’t share her excitement; instead, they found her work on Nickelodeon shows to be embarrassing.

As a die-hard fan, I can’t help but feel a spark of excitement when I read about her possible return to acting. In an interview with TopMob News last October, she shared, “Writing this book has led me to a point where I sense there could be a unique approach to acting that doesn’t weigh as heavily on my shoulders as it once did.” She even hinted, “Perhaps if I pen something tailored for myself, it might just open the door for me to tentatively dip my toes back into the world of acting again.

As a dedicated follower, it seemed almost inevitable for me. If given the chance to unite my life with Prince Harry, prioritize philanthropic endeavors that resonate deeply within me, and have the privilege of accessing Her Majesty’s magnificent collection of tiaras, saying goodbye to Hollywood would be a decision I could accept.

After following the footsteps of Grace Kelly who transitioned from Hollywood to the Palace of Monaco, Meghan Markle bid farewell to her home in Toronto and her notable role on Suits, embarking on a new life within The Firm. However, since they have relinquished their senior roles, she is gradually re-entering the professional world through strategic ventures such as their multi-year production agreement with Netflix.

Since her acting debut in “The Mask” back in 1994, she has starred in more than 40 films. After finishing work on “Annie” in 2014, it was high time for a well-deserved rest from movie making.

She shared with her friend Gwyneth Paltrow that she had recently made a change in the direction of her life. After pushing herself so relentlessly for such a long time, working and making films, she felt it was like a never-ending struggle. When filming a movie, it’s easy to use that as an excuse, because they have control over you. You spend 12 hours a day, day after day, for months without having the time for anything else.

She had many more areas to delve into, such as writing (she penned down her 2013 New York Times bestseller The Body Book, followed by 2016’s The Longevity Book) and starting a family with spouse Benji Madden. However, she admitted to InStyle in 2019 that she doesn’t miss performing. Instead, she is focusing on the landscape of wellness. Yet, it seems there might be one exception to this, as she might consider a comeback.

As a passionate admirer, I humbly implored and expressed my fondness before TopMob News, stating something like, “‘Please let them see her one more time,'” said Jamie Foxx about persuading Cameron Diaz for the upcoming Netflix film “Back in Action.” We adore her, we’ve been yearning for her return, and this collaboration is going to be nothing short of extraordinary.

The actor firmly declared that there would be no additional performances following his five-year stint on Empire, as reported by Extra when they questioned him about his future before the sixth and final season in 2019. When asked about his acting plans, he bluntly stated, “I’ve had enough of acting. I’m finished with the charade.

Despite coming back for a few productions, he declared his intention to retire from acting while publicizing his Peacock series, “The Best Man: The Final Chapters,” in 2022. In an interview with ET, he expressed that he has given his best as an actor and is now content to watch the rise of fresh talent, rather than imitate his own past performances.

Regardless of earlier criticisms, it’s worth noting that Howard has made a comeback, appearing in several ventures lately. For instance, he was part of the TV series “Fight Night: The Million Dollar Heist” and the Netflix movie “Shirley”. Furthermore, there are more projects awaiting him in the time to come.

After King Joffrey’s unexpected, purple-faced demise in 2014, the 21-year-old actor expressed his exit from the industry to EW. Explaining his decision, he said, “I’ve been acting since I was eight years old. Recently, I haven’t been enjoying it as much as I once did.

Originally, acting was more of a pastime and a source of fun for him, shared with friends and during summers. However, now that he is considering it as his career, the charm seems to fade a bit. “Now it’s about making a living from it,” he explained, “but doing it professionally changes the dynamic. It’s no longer just something I do for pleasure.” He clarified that he still appreciates it, but it’s not what he wishes to dedicate his life to.

Six years later, he was eager to pick up where he left off, and in 2020, he returned to acting by joining the cast of BBC’s show titled “Out of Her Mind.

In September 2020, when Jennifer Aniston played her role in a virtual table read for “Fast Times at Ridgemont High”, she married actor Kevin Kline in 1989. They decided to arrange their work schedules so that they wouldn’t both be working simultaneously, as they wanted to balance caring for their children, son Owen and daughter Greta (now known as Frankie Cosmos in her musical career).

Nevertheless, he went on to say that whenever it was Phoebe’s turn to work, she opted to stay with the kids instead. Despite making a brief appearance in Jennifer Jason Leigh’s 2001 indie film “The Anniversary Party,” Cates primarily dedicates her time to managing her New York City boutique, Blue Tree.

During the peak of his popularity with movies like “Ghostbusters” and “Honey, I Shrunk the Kids,” the ’80s actor took a break from filmmaking shortly after his wife’s death from breast cancer in 1991 to devote his time to raising his children Rachel and Mitchell.

Despite not taking up a live-action role since 1997 and rejecting a cameo in Paul Feig’s 2016 Ghostbusters remake, his cultural significance remains undiminished, as demonstrated by the public outcry following reports of him being assaulted while walking in New York City on October 1.

It’s great news for fans, as he will be back on screen together with Josh Gad in the upcoming Disney remake, “Shrunk”.

After marrying fashion designer Adam Kimmel in 2010, the prominent actress from “Never Been Kissed” suggested that she might have stepped away from acting. In an interview with Vogue, she explained her reasoning, stating, “Nearly all acting roles require a great deal of intimate scenes with others, and I’m not interested in participating in that. It’s a peculiar flame to play with, and our relationship is robust enough to endure it, but if you’re going to walk through fire, there needs to be something extraordinary waiting on the other side.

Her resolve became firm when son Martin joined sister Louisanna in 2014, causing her to step away from the film industry and embrace her role as a mother and outsider. As she put it at a 2016 event for Us Weekly, “I’m no longer involved in movies; I’m just a mom and an outsider.” She now assists Kimmel with his business endeavors and enjoys painting on the side. Her primary focus, she explains, is her children, which is the main reason she decided to stop working in the entertainment industry.

She completed shows like Ally McBeal, Nip/Tuck, Arrested Development, and Scandal. When the Australian figured out that perhaps it was time for her to make a change.

In 2018, she shared on ‘The Ellen DeGeneres Show’ that at age 45, she was contemplating something fresh and difficult: a new endeavor she hadn’t attempted before. She had a sense of how her acting career would progress for the next decade or two, so she decided to step away from it and embark on entrepreneurship instead.

Her consumer-oriented art company, General Public, was still under development, but she only had one artwork left to complete.

I spoke with Mitch Hurwitz, the mastermind behind ‘Arrested Development’, and informed him that if there is a season 5, I wouldn’t participate as an actor due to my decision to quit acting. He appeared sympathetic and fully grasped the situation. We had a wonderful chat, and later on, he included me in five episodes.

After three Academy Awards, one might wonder what significant milestones are left to achieve. Not long after being nominated for his sixth Oscar for the film “Phantom Thread” in 2017, the actor made a public announcement that he would be retiring from acting. His representatives shared this news with fans, expressing gratitude towards all his collaborators and audiences over the years. This decision was personal, and neither the actor nor his representatives will provide further details on this matter.

However, when he thought he had finished, his son unexpectedly drew him back into the fray. In October 2024, production company Focus Features revealed that the Academy Award winner would star in “Anemone“, a film he co-wrote with his son, Ronan Day-Lewis, who will also direct.

In 2018, the actress who was known for her role in “Good Luck Charlie” decided to step away from the limelight and instead focused on furthering her education. She completed a master’s degree and later a PhD from MIT. Currently, she is also working towards obtaining a law degree from Harvard Law School.

Moreover, not only did Bridgit achieve this, but she also founded her company, Northwood Space, in late 2022. This innovative venture is dedicated to constructing ground satellite stations for efficient data transmission between Earth and space. As of February 2023, Bridgit has taken on the role of CEO for this brand.

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