Calum Worthy - Actor
Age: 34
Country: Canada Occupations:
Actor
Calum Worthy is a Canadian actor, writer, and producer born on January 28, 1991, in Victoria, British Columbia. He began his performing career at a very young age, making his screen debut at age nine and his first major starring appearance in the 2001 miniseries I Was a Rat.
### Notable Career Highlights
Worthy is widely recognized for his versatility, moving between comedic Disney roles and intense dramatic performances:
* Dez Wade in Austin & Ally: His breakout role as the quirky and creative best friend on this popular Disney Channel series.
* Nicholas Godejohn in The Act: A dramatic turn in the Hulu true-crime series where he portrayed a complex and dark character.
* Alex Trimboli in American Vandal: A prominent role in the first season of Netflix's acclaimed mockumentary.
* Creator and Producer: Beyond acting, he created, wrote, and executive produced the sketch comedy series The Coppertop Flop Show.
### Awards and Achievements
He has been recognized with several industry honors, including:
* Two Young Artist Awards: For "Leading Young Actor" for his work in National Lampoon's Thanksgiving Family Reunion and the science fiction series Stormworld.
* Leo Award: Won for "Leading Actor" for his performance in Stormworld.
* Young Composer's Award: Demonstrating his musical background, he won the Canadian National Young Composer's Award for piano at age eleven.
### Advocacy and Other Interests
Worthy is also known for his environmental activism, serving as a youth ambassador for Al Gore's Climate Reality Project and Bono's ONE Organization. He often uses his social media platforms to educate his audience on the climate crisis and global gender inequality.