Bad News Bears 2005 Cast Then And Now
Remember The Bad News Bears remake from 2005? The one with Billy Bob Thornton as the grumpy coach? Well, let's see what happened to those scrappy, hilarious kids!
The Coach and the Breakout Star
Billy Bob Thornton as Coach Buttermaker
Billy Bob Thornton was already a big name, and he's stayed that way. He's been in tons of movies and TV shows, from "Fargo" to "Goliath." Safe to say, Coach Buttermaker was just one stop on a long, successful road.
He continues to win awards and captivate audiences.
Sammi Kane Kraft as Amanda Whurlitzer
Sammi Kane Kraft, who played the iconic Amanda Whurlitzer, was a real standout. Sadly, she passed away in 2012.
She left a lasting impression on everyone who saw her performance.
The Bears: Where Are They Now?
Ridge Canipe as Toby Whitewood
Ridge Canipe, who played the sweet Toby Whitewood, is still acting. He's popped up in various TV shows like "Supernatural" and "Grey's Anatomy."
Looks like he stuck with the craft!
Brandon Craggs as Mike Engelberg
Brandon Craggs, who played the chubby and lovable Mike Engelberg, seems to have stepped away from acting. Not much is publicly known about what he's up to now.
Perhaps he's enjoying a life away from the spotlight, maybe even coaching his own baseball team!
Jeffrey Tedmori as Timmy Lupus
Jeffrey Tedmori, as Timmy Lupus, brought the laughs. He doesn't seem to have pursued acting much after The Bad News Bears.
It is common that child actors don't stick with the career as they get older.
Carlos "Cha-Cha" Esparza as Carlos
Carlos "Cha-Cha" Esparza, who played Carlos, hasn't been in any major movies or TV shows since. He seems to be living a private life.
Hopefully, he still remembers all those baseball moves!
Troy Gentile as Matthew Hooper
Troy Gentile, who played Matthew Hooper, found success later in the TV show "The Goldbergs." He's all grown up now!
Seeing him on "The Goldbergs" proves he's got the comedic chops.
Kenneth Baeker as Sidney Wook
Kenneth Baeker played Sidney Wook. His appearance in "The Bad News Bears" is his only listed credit.
Sometimes, one memorable role is enough!
What Does It All Mean?
It's always fun to see where child actors end up. Some stay in the business, some find other passions, and some just disappear from the public eye.
The Bad News Bears was a fun movie, and it's a reminder that even the most unlikely teams can come together and have a good time.
Whether they're acting, coaching, or living quiet lives, the cast of The Bad News Bears 2005 will always be remembered for bringing a little bit of baseball and a whole lot of laughter to our screens.
"Maybe next time, we should focus more on hitting the ball than hitting each other." - A quote that probably should have been in the movie.
