Tyrel Jackson Williams facts for kids
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Tyrel Jackson Williams
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| Born | March 16, 1997 Westchester County, New York U.S.
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| Other names | TJOnline |
| Occupation | Actor, musician |
| Years active | 2004–present |
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Tyrel Jackson Williams (born March 16, 1997) is an American actor and musician. He is also known by his stage name TJOnline. Tyrel is famous for playing Leo Dooley in the Disney XD TV show Lab Rats. He also starred in the 2014 Disney XD movie Pants on Fire. From 2017 to 2020, he was a main actor in the comedy series Brockmire.
In 2019, Tyrel helped start a hip-hop music group called Grouptherapy. Other members included actors Jadagrace, Coy Stewart, and Elijah Johnson. In 2024, Williams announced that he had left the group.
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Early Life and Beginnings
Tyrel Jackson Williams was born in Westchester County, New York, on March 16, 1997. He started acting at a young age.
Acting Career Highlights
Tyrel Williams appeared in movies like The Naked Brothers Band: The Movie in 2005. He was also in Failure to Launch in 2006. He acted in many TV commercials for big companies. These included Target, Verizon, and McDonald's.
Early TV Roles
In 2005, Williams appeared in the TV show Everybody Hates Chris. He played a younger version of the main character, Chris. His older brother, Tyler James Williams, played the older Chris. Tyrel also lent his singing voice to Tyrone in the Nickelodeon cartoon The Backyardigans.
Starring in Lab Rats
In 2011, Williams got a big role in the Disney XD series Lab Rats. The show started in 2012. He played Leo Dooley, a boy who discovers his stepfather's secret bionic super-powered teens. This role made him very well-known to young audiences.
Other Notable Projects
Tyrel also had a main role in the 2014 Disney XD movie Pants on Fire. In 2016, he was cast in the IFC comedy series Brockmire. He played Charles, a smart internet assistant for a baseball team.
Music with Grouptherapy
Tyrel Williams, along with his friends Coy Stewart and Jadagrace, created a music group called "Grouptherapy". They released their first music project, an EP, on April 1, 2020. It was called this is not the album.. Later that year, on October 30, 2020, they released their first mixtape, there goes the neighborhood..
On March 20, 2024, it was shared that Tyrel Williams had decided to leave Grouptherapy.
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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| 2005, 2007 | Everybody Hates Chris | Young Chris | 2 episodes |
| 2005 | The Naked Brothers Band: The Movie | Toy Guitar Boy | Television film |
| 2006 | Failure to Launch | Jeffrey | Television film |
| 2008–2013 | The Backyardigans | Tyrone (singing voice) | 31 episodes (seasons 3–4) |
| 2010 | Modern Family | Little Phil | Episode: "Game Changer" |
| 2010 | Good Luck Charlie | Jasper | Episode: "Study Date" |
| 2010, 2012 | Community | Jordan Bennett | 2 episodes; uncredited |
| 2011 | Pair of Kings | Hilo Tutuki | Episode: "The King Beneath My Wings" |
| 2011 | Batman: The Brave and the Bold | Kyle (voice) | Episode: "Powerless!" |
| 2012 | Motorcity | Philip (voice) | Episode: "Ride of the Fantasy Vans" |
| 2012–2016 | Lab Rats | Leo Dooley | Main role |
| 2012–2014 | Just Kidding | Himself | Co-host |
| 2014 | Pants on Fire | Mikey | Television film (Disney XD) |
| 2016 | Future-Worm! | Presto (voice) | 3 episodes |
| 2017–2020 | Brockmire | Charles | Main role (seasons 1–2); recurring role (seasons 3–4) |
| 2021 | Thunder Force | Jessie | Television film |
| 2022 | Hollywood Stargirl | Terrell | Television film |
| 2023 | Party Down | Sackson | Main role (season 3) |
Awards and Nominations
Tyrel Jackson Williams has been recognized for his acting.
| Year | Awards | Category | Work | Result | Refs |
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| 2016 | Kids' Choice Awards | Favorite Male TV Star – Kids Show | Leo on Lab Rats | Nominated | |
| 2017 | Kids' Choice Awards | Favorite Male TV Star | Leo on Lab Rats | Nominated |
See also
In Spanish: Tyrel Jackson Williams para niños
