Do you remember the young boy from Robin Williams’ “Mrs. Doubtfire”? Today, we explore what happened to actor Matthew Lawrence, who portrayed him in this iconic 90s comedy.
If you were a child of the 90s, then the movie “Mrs. Doubtfire,” starring the brilliant Robin Williams, is probably a favorite of yours. If so, you undoubtedly remember Daniel Hillard’s three children: Lydia and Natalie, played by Lisa Jakub and Mara Wilson, and Christopher, portrayed by Matthew Lawrence. Let’s catch up with what he’s been up to lately!
In 1994, audiences were introduced to Matthew Lawrence in “Mrs. Doubtfire,” where he played the middle child of Daniel Hillard. Despite being only a young teenager, Lawrence was not new to acting.
Soap Operas and Studio Ghibli
Before his notable role in the family blockbuster “Mrs. Doubtfire,” Matthew Lawrence had already appeared in the legendary soap opera “Dynasty,” was featured in “Planes, Trains and Automobiles” and “Tales from the Darkside: The Movie,” and had even lent his voice to the Studio Ghibli animated film “Kiki’s Delivery Service” by Hayao Miyazaki. That’s quite a resume for a young actor!
After the massive success of “Mrs. Doubtfire,” which was a hit in theaters, including over five million admissions in French cinemas, Matthew Lawrence, although busy, struggled to establish himself as a prominent figure in Hollywood.
Sharing the Screen with… Ryan Reynolds!
Following up with a significant role in the series “Boy Meets World,” Lawrence found it challenging to move to the next level, often starring in lower-profile productions. Notably, he headlined the horror comedy “Big Monster on Campus,” a quirky take on Frankenstein where he starred alongside Ryan Reynolds. Ultimately, he found more consistent success on television, with guest appearances on well-known series such as “CSI: Miami,” “Boston Public,” and “Hawaii Five-0.”
Having not appeared on screen for the past five years, Matthew Lawrence is now 44 years old. In 2022, he took part in the reality cooking show “Worst Cooks in America.” In 2023, he launched the “Brotherly Love” podcast alongside his two brothers, with whom he has also formed a music group called “Still Three.”
The trailer for “Mrs. Doubtfire”:
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