What Happened to Dylan Thomas Sprouse?
Dylan Sprouse, known for his role as Zack Martin on Disney Channel's 'The Suite Life of Zack & Cody,' has successfully transitioned from child star to a diverse career. He is an actor with recent film roles, a co-founder of All-Wise Meadery in Brooklyn, and married to model Barbara Palvin.
Quick Answer
Dylan Sprouse has continued his acting career with roles in films like "After We Collided" (2020), "Beautiful Disaster" (2023), "Beautiful Wedding" (2024), and the upcoming thriller "Neglected" (2026). Beyond acting, he is the co-founder and CEO of All-Wise Meadery in Brooklyn, New York, which he opened in 2018. In his personal life, Sprouse married longtime girlfriend, model Barbara Palvin, on July 15, 2023, in Hungary. He remains active in both the entertainment industry and his entrepreneurial ventures.
📊Key Facts
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Born in Italy
Dylan Thomas Sprouse was born in Arezzo, Tuscany, Italy, 15 minutes before his twin brother Cole.
Acting Debut in 'Grace Under Fire'
Began his acting career alongside his twin brother Cole, sharing the role of Patrick Kelly in the TV series 'Grace Under Fire' until 1998.
Feature Film Debut in 'Big Daddy'
Co-starred with his brother in the Adam Sandler comedy 'Big Daddy,' playing the role of Julian McGrath.
Stars in 'The Suite Life of Zack & Cody'
Landed the lead role of Zack Martin in the popular Disney Channel series 'The Suite Life of Zack & Cody,' which ran until 2008.
Continues with 'The Suite Life on Deck'
Reprized his role as Zack Martin in the spin-off series 'The Suite Life on Deck,' which concluded in 2011.
Enrolls at New York University
After 'The Suite Life on Deck,' Sprouse took a break from acting to attend NYU's Gallatin School, studying video game design.
Graduates from NYU
Completed his four-year degree in video game design from New York University.
Returns to Acting with 'Dismissed'
Made his return to acting in the lead role of Lucas Ward in the thriller film 'Dismissed.'
Opens All-Wise Meadery
Co-founded and opened All-Wise Meadery in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, pursuing his passion for brewing mead.
Stars in 'After We Collided'
Appeared as Trevor in 'After We Collided,' the sequel to the 2019 film 'After,' expanding his post-Disney filmography.
Engaged to Barbara Palvin
Secretly became engaged to his longtime girlfriend, model Barbara Palvin, a fact they publicly announced in June 2023.
Marries Barbara Palvin
Tied the knot with Barbara Palvin in an intimate wedding ceremony held in Hungary, Palvin's home country.
Appears in 'Beautiful Wedding', 'Aftermath', and 'The Duel'
Starred in the romantic comedy sequel 'Beautiful Wedding,' the action thriller 'Aftermath,' and the film 'The Duel,' where he also served as an executive producer.
'Aftermath' Debuts on Netflix
The action thriller 'Aftermath,' starring Sprouse as Eric Daniels, became available for streaming on Netflix in the US and UK.
New Look at 'Neglected' Released
Collider released an exclusive new look at the upcoming 2026 serial killer thriller 'Neglected,' featuring Dylan Sprouse alongside Josh Duhamel.
🔍Deep Dive Analysis
Dylan Sprouse, born on August 4, 1992, in Arezzo, Italy, rose to prominence alongside his twin brother Cole Sprouse as child actors. Their early career included sharing roles in television series like "Grace Under Fire" (1993-1998) and films such as Adam Sandler's "Big Daddy" (1999). They became household names for their starring roles as Zack and Cody Martin in the highly popular Disney Channel series "The Suite Life of Zack & Cody" (2005-2008) and its spin-off, "The Suite Life on Deck" (2008-2011).
Following the conclusion of their Disney Channel tenure, Dylan Sprouse took a hiatus from acting to pursue higher education. He attended New York University's Gallatin School of Individualized Study, where he earned a four-year degree in video game design, graduating in 2015. This period allowed him to explore interests outside of acting and gain a different perspective. Upon his return to the entertainment industry in 2017, Sprouse began taking on more mature and varied roles, starting with the thriller film "Dismissed." He subsequently appeared in the comedy film "Banana Split" (2018) and gained further recognition for his role as Trevor in "After We Collided" (2020), the sequel to the film "After."
Beyond acting, Sprouse ventured into entrepreneurship, co-founding All-Wise Meadery in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, which officially opened in 2018. His passion for brewing mead, an alcoholic beverage made from fermented honey, began when he was 16. The meadery focuses on producing dry, modern meads, challenging traditional perceptions of the drink. All-Wise Meadery continues to operate, with Sprouse actively involved as CEO and head mazer, developing distinct recipes.
In his personal life, Dylan Sprouse has been in a relationship with Hungarian model Barbara Palvin since 2018. The couple announced their engagement in June 2023, revealing they had been engaged since September 2022. They married in an intimate ceremony in Hungary on July 15, 2023, at the same church where Palvin's parents exchanged vows 34 years prior. Sprouse has openly expressed how his marriage to Palvin has positively influenced his work ethic and happiness.
As of March 2026, Dylan Sprouse continues to balance his acting career with his meadery. Recent film appearances include "Beautiful Disaster" (2023), "Beautiful Wedding" (2024), "Aftermath" (2024), and "The Duel" (2024). "Aftermath," an action thriller where he plays Eric Daniels, debuted on Netflix in February 2025. He is also slated to appear in the 2026 serial killer thriller "Neglected." Sprouse has also expressed interest in a potential future collaborative project with his twin brother Cole, acknowledging the challenge of finding suitable twin roles.
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