The Little Rascals: Where Are They Now After 27 Years?
The Cast of 'The Little Rascals' Where Are They Now?
The Little Rascals was first released in 1994, but the movie has just had a second life on Netflix. Twenty-seven years after the film came to cinemas, the movie has hit the streamer's most-watched movie charts, with the film currently at number two in the U.S. movie charts. This resurgence invites nostalgia and curiosity about what happened to the beloved cast of characters that captured the hearts of many. Interestingly, as viewers tune in to relive childhood memories, the former child stars have embarked on diverse paths that take them far from the limelight.
Though none of the Little Rascals cast is still acting, they have gone off into some unexpected careers in fields like DJing, accountancy, and professional poker. The journey of these actors offers a fascinating glimpse into how childhood fame can shape lives in unexpected ways. From marketing to podcasting, each actor has carved out a unique niche, showing that life after child stardom can lead to fulfilling careers in various industries.
Where the Little Rascals Cast Is Now
Travis Tedford as "Spanky" McFarland
The cast of 'The Little Rascals' in 1994.Universal Pictures
Tedford's busiest time as an actor came when he was five, when he starred in both The Little Rascals and as the first "spokeskid" of Welch's grape juice. As a child and teenager, he starred in The Amanda Show and provided voices for A Bug's Life and Recess, but he retired from acting in 2010. Currently, according to his Instagram page, he works in marketing and humorously reflects on his childhood fame by noting, "didn't develop drug addiction and as a result: Not famous."
Bug Hall as "Alfalfa" Switzer
After starring in the movie at the age of nine, Hall took on roles in various Disney productions like Get a Clue and Honey, We Shrunk Ourselves. As an adult, he appeared in films such as American Pie Presents: The Book of Love and Atlas Shrugged: Part II, in addition to a cameo in a 2014 Little Rascals movie. In 2020, he made headlines after an arrest related to substance abuse, prompting him to share his experiences of childhood trauma in a YouTube video.
Brittany Ashton Holmes as Darla
After a few roles following The Little Rascals, including a McDonald's advertisement, Holmes stepped back from the screen until 2014. Now in her 30s, she resides in Los Angeles and has pursued education instead of acting.
Kevin Jamal Woods as "Stymie"
Woods' role in The Little Rascals led to a recurring part on the show Blossom and a voice role in the movie Babe. After acting until 2000, he shifted gears to study audio engineering and now works in marketing research in Texas.
Jordan Warkol as "Froggy"
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Warkol gained popularity as a child actor, lending his voice to shows like Hey Arnold and Rocket Power, and appearing in series such as The X Files and Baywatch. Now, he has embraced a career as a professional poker player.
Zachary Mabry as "Porky"
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One of the youngest Little Rascals, Mabry was just three when he participated in the film. This was his only acting role, and he worked as an accountant for American Airlines until 2019. Today, he has transitioned to being a contributing editor at the Catholic Herald newspaper and hosts a Catholic-themed podcast called Roman Circus.
