Where is Sullivan Sweeten now? Interesting facts about the Everybody Loves Raymond cast member

Where is Sullivan Sweeten now? Interesting facts about the Everybody Loves Raymond cast member

The American actor is widely recognised for his roles in Everybody Loves Raymond (1996–2005), Even Stevens (2000), and Casting (2017). But, where is Sullivan Sweeten now? He has been away from the limelight for some time and is living a quiet life with his family. Here is more about Sullivan's whereabouts and career progress.

Sawyer and Sullivan at the party celebrating an episode of Everybody Loves Raymond and they attend the wrap party of the show
Sawyer (L) and Sullivan (R) arrive at the party celebrating an episode of Everybody Loves Raymond, and they attend the wrap party of the show. Photo: Amanda Edwards, Kevin Winter (modified by author)
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Key takeaways

  • Sullivan Sweeten started acting when he was 16 months old.
  • He debuted his career when he joined the cast of Everybody Loves Raymond. He was on the show for 210 episodes and stayed till the end.
  • Sullivan now lives a quiet life away from the media.

Profile summary

Full nameSullivan Skye Sweeten
GenderMale
Date of birth12 May 1995
Age30 years (as of 2025)
Place of birthBrownwood, Texas, USA
Current residenceRiverside, California, USA
NationalityAmerican
EthnicityWhite
Zodiac signTaurus
ReligionChristianity
SexualityStraight
Height5 ft 5 in (165 cm)
Weight132 lb (60 kg)
Hair colourBlonde
Eye colourBlue
Marital statusSingle
FatherTimothy Lynn Sweeten
MotherElizabeth Anne Millsap
Siblings4
ProfessionChild actor

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Where is Sullivan Sweeten now?

Sullivan is currently living a quiet life, away from social media. He seems to be doing well with his family and appears to have chosen a private life following his career as a child actor.

Who is Sullivan Sweeten?

Sullivan Skye Sweeten is a child actor. He is best known for portraying the character of Michael Barone in Everybody Loves Raymond. He has been out of the limelight for some time now. He is famous for his quote on the show,

I know that I'm supposed to love them, but why do they make it so freakin' hard?

How old is Sullivan Sweeten?

The child actor is 30 years old as of 2025. He was born on 12 May 1995, and his Zodiac sign is Taurus.

Where is Sullivan Sweeten from?

Sullivan Sweeten is from the United States of America, and his nationality is American. He was born in Brownwood, Texas, and is now based in Riverside, California.

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Facts about Sullivan Sweeten
Top 5 facts about Sullivan Sweeten. Photo: Kevin Winter (modified by author)
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Who are Sullivan Sweeten's parents?

The child actor's father is Timothy Lynn Sweeten, and his mother is Elizabeth Anne Millsap. Sullivan Sweeten's siblings are Sawyer, Maysa, Elliette, Jaymeson, Guiliana, Emma, Claudia, and Madylin Sweeten.

He grew up alongside his two biological siblings, Sawyer and Madylin, while Elliette, Maysa, Emma, Guiliana and Jaymeson are his half-siblings.

His elder sister, Madylin, is a former American actress widely recognised for her roles in Everybody Loves Raymond (1996–2005), A Dog of Flanders (1999), American Splendour (2003), and Eagle Eye (2008).

Is Sullivan Sweeten still alive?

Yes, the child actor is still alive and is based in Riverside, California. However, his twin brother, Sawyer, is deceased.

What was Sawyer Sweeten's cause of death?

Sullivan Sweeten's twin brother, Sawyer, died on 23 April 2015, just 19 days to his 20th birthday. He died of a self-inflicted gunshot.

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His demise came as a shock to many people. Sawyer is best remembered for playing Geoffrey Barone on Everybody Loves Raymond. Tributes flowed in following Sawyer's death. His on-screen father, Ray Romano, described him as a wonderful and sweet kid to be around.

What does Sullivan Sweeten do for a living?

Sullivan is a famous actor who started acting quite early. Here are Sullivan Sweeten's movies and TV shows according to his IMDb page.

YearTV shows/moviesRole
2017CastingJack
1996–2005Everybody Loves Raymond Michael Barone
2002Frank McKlusky, C.I.Young Frank
2000Even StevensMilton

Why did they change the twins' names on Everybody Loves Raymond?

The twins in Everybody Loves Raymond were Sullivan and the late Sawyer. Their initial characters were Matthew and Gregory, but their character names were changed to Michael and Jeffrey.

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When the first episode of the show was shot, the three Barone children were given the real names of Ray Romano's kids, that is, Matthew, Alexandra (Ally), and Gregory.

When production began, Romano feared that the production followed life too closely and requested that the twins' identities be changed.

Sullivan Sweeten's net worth

Sullivan's net worth remains unconfirmed in the public domain. However, his sister, Madylin Sweeten, is worth around $5 million. Madylin is an American actress and comedian. She began performing professionally before she started kindergarten.

Is Sullivan Sweeten married?

The talented actor is believed to be single, with no reports regarding romantic connections. He leads a very private life, so details of his private life are scarce in the public domain.

How tall is Sullivan Sweeten?

Sullivan Sweeten's height is 5 ft 5 inches or 165 cm, and he weighs approximately 132 lb or 60 kg. He has blond hair and blue eyes.

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What happened to Sullivan and Sawyer Sweeten?

Sullivan is still alive and leads a private life. His twin, Sawyer, is now late. Sullivan reportedly lives in Riverside, California, in a residence he purchased with Sawyer before his death.

Where is Madylin Sweeten today?

Madylin Sweeten took a break from acting after the show ended before appearing in movies and sketch shows. She has pursued other creative endeavours, including studying fashion design and working in theatre. She is also into designing furniture.

Following her brother's death, she said,

Sawyer was more than just a brother. He was a strong and selfless friend. When confiding in one another, Sawyer always had the kindest words of encouragement. He will live on in my head and those shared moments forever.

Sullivan has yet to speak publicly about his twin brother's passing.

What happened to Robert on Everybody Loves Raymond?

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The role of Robert Barone on the show was played by Brad Garrett. Garrett is an American stand-up comedian and star actor who is still active in Hollywood.

He has won three Primetime Emmy Awards. Garett is still prominent in stand-up comedy and owns a comedy club at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, called Brad Garrett's Comedy Club.

Sawyer, Madylin, and Sullivan Sweeten attend the 8th Annual TV Land Awards held at Sony Studios in Culver City
Sawyer, Madylin, and Sullivan Sweeten attend the 8th Annual TV Land Awards held at Sony Studios in Culver City, California. Photo: Michael Kovac/FilmMagi
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Is Marie from Everybody Loves Raymond still alive?

The role of Marie on the show was played by Doris Roberts. Roberts died of natural causes in her sleep at 90. She took her last breath on 17 April 2016.

Roberts' career spanned seven decades of television and film. She received five Emmy Awards and a Screen Actors Guild award during her acting career, which began in 1951.

What happened to one of the twins from Everyone Loves Raymond?

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Sawyer Sweeten, who played Geoffrey Barone on Everybody Loves Raymond, died by a self-inflicted gun shot wound to the head in 2015 at age 19. He starred alongside his twin brother, Sullivan.

Why did Everybody Loves Raymond end so abruptly?

Everybody Loves Raymond did not end because of low ratings or conflict. The show was still popular. However, creators Ray Romano and Phil Rosenthal felt it was time to stop. The rest of the cast was willing to continue. They chose to end it while it was still strong and well-loved.

Did Raymond and Debra get along?

Ray and Debra’s relationship in Everybody Loves Raymond is full of both love and arguments. Ray often avoids serious topics, which frustrates Debra, especially with the constant interference from his mother, Marie.

What happened on the final episode of Everybody Loves Raymond?

In the final episode of Everybody Loves Raymond, Ray undergoes minor surgery but briefly does not wake up, frightening his family. The scare brings everyone closer. The episode ends with a heartfelt family breakfast.

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Where is Sullivan Sweeten now? The actor has stayed away from the public and has chosen a quiet life. He is widely recognised for his roles in various films and TV shows, notably in Everybody Loves Raymond, an American sitcom television series.

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