Introduction
Christopher Michael Massey (born January 26, 1990) is an American actor, comedian and rapper best known for starring as Michael Barret in the Nickelodeon television series Zoey 101. He is also known for appearing in several commercials in the early 2000s. He is the older brother of actor Kyle Massey.
Career
Massey started his acting career at a young age, appearing in commercials for Cap'n Crunch and Pop Tarts. Healso has made a guest appearance on Punk'd. He won 2002's Young Artist Award for Outstanding Young Performer in Live Theatre for his role as Young Simba in The Lion King.
Massey had his first starring role as Michael Barret in the Nickelodeon television show Zoey 101. When the show debuted in January 2005, it drew a larger number of viewers aged 9–14 than any premiere on the network in the preceding eight years. Zoey 101 was nominated for an Emmy for Outstanding Children's Program in 2005.
Massey is the older brother of Kyle Massey, star of Disney shows Cory in the House, That's So Raven, and Fish Hooks. He guest-starred alongside his brother in a That's So Raven episode titled "Five Finger Discount". The Massey brothers have also had small roles on the sitcom The Parkers, have appeared together on The Steve Wilkos Show, and have released music together as the Massey Boyz.
Personal life
Massey was born in Atlanta, Georgia.
In April 2016 in Las Vegas, Massey was arrested and booked for misdemeanor domestic violence after he allegedly shoved his girlfriend, Cassalei Jackson.
Awards and nominations
| Year | Award | Category | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Outstanding Young Performer in Live Theater | Young Artist Awards | Won |
| 2006 | Best Young Ensemble Performance in a TV Series (Comedy or Drama) | Young Artist Awards | Won |
| 2007 | Best Young Ensemble Performance in a TV Series (Comedy or Drama) | Young Artist Awards | Won |