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Christian Martyn

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Christian Martyn
Born (2000-02-23) February 23, 2000 (age 24)[1][2]
Oakville, Ontario, Canada
Other namesChris Martyn
EducationIroquois Ridge High School
OccupationActor
Years active2010–present
External image
image icon Martyn in February 2014.

Christian Martyn is an actor best known for his role as Finn Baxter in Home Alone: The Holiday Heist (2012).[3]

Early life and career

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Christian Martyn was born the son of single mother Lori (née Zabrok) Martyn.[4] He has an older brother and an older sister.[5] Martyn is originally from Oakville, Ontario and participated in a Hansel and Gretel play in Grade 2. In 2009, he participated in a competition in Los Angeles bagged four iPOP awards including best TV commercial and child actor of the year.[6][7] He subsequently auditioned for Snowmen (2010)[8] before playing the introverted Finn Baxter in Home Alone: The Holiday Heist (2012).[9] While attending grade 11 at Iroquois Ridge High School, he played the role of a bully in Anne.[7]

Filmography

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Year Film Role Notes
2010 Snowmen Lucas Lamb
2011 Citizen Gangster Billy Boyd [10]
Exit Humanity Adam Young [10]
2013 Breakout (Split Decision) Mikey [11]

Television

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Year Film Role Channel Notes
2011-12 Franklin and Friends Rabbit (voice) Treehouse TV Recurring role (seasons 1-2)[10]
2012 Monster Math Squad Hockey Math Monitor Wildbrain 6 episodes[10]
Home Alone: The Holiday Heist Finn Baxter ABC Family Television film
2013 Wild Kratts Boy PBS Kids Go! 1 episode[1]
Be My Valentine Tyler Hallmark Channel Television film[12]
2017 Anne with an E Billy Andrews CBC Recurring role (season 1)
2019-2023 Workin' Moms Jacob Szalinsky CBC 13 episodes (seasons 3-7)[1][13]
2019 Northern Rescue Jason Jouris CBC Gem 7 episodes[1][14]

References

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  1. ^ a b c d Helena, Magi (23 February 2024). "Navigate Today's Horoscope & Celebrate Christian Martyn's Rise from Canadian Roots to Screen Stardom – February 23". Longmont Times-Call. Retrieved 6 May 2024.
  2. ^ "Happy 20th Birthday to my last born baby! Christian, you made a dramatic entrance into this world so it's no wonder that drama and acting are two of your passions! You have been blessed with kindness, intelligence, wisdom beyond your years, compassion, integrity, discipline, athleticism and wild talent. You've been so easy to love, and I've enjoyed every moment of the splendour of your life so far. You've done so much and have had so many adventures in your short time here, and have left an indelible mark on so many people. I can't wait to see what the future holds for you! One thing I know for sure is that whatever path you choose, you will follow it with passion and determination, and exceed even your own wildest expectations! I love you forever and always, crazy muchly! xox ❤️❤️❤️ #christianmartyn #howtimeflies #nomoreteenagers #babyboy #birthdayboy #missingyoutoday #eatcakeonyourbirthday". instagram.com.
  3. ^ Oakville Beaver (22 November 2012). "Christian Martyn's Home Alone airs Sunday". InsideHalton.com. Retrieved 6 May 2024.
  4. ^ "I just received a phone call informing me that Christian Martyn won a scholarship at the Burlington Music Festival!! Not quite sure what that means, but you did a fabulous job, little man!!! Proud mama bear xox". facebook.com.
  5. ^ "Fave pic ever from our trip to California 7 years ago. Kids were 11, 13 and 15. #wherehavetheyearsgone😢 #missingmycubs😔 #familylove #blondies". instagram.com.
  6. ^ Oakville Beaver (6 April 2011). "Boy in film featured at TIFF's Sprockets". InsideHalton.com. Retrieved 6 May 2024.
  7. ^ a b Marychuk, Marta (10 April 2017). "Oakville actor in new CBC/Netflix series Anne". InsideHalton.com. Retrieved 6 May 2024.
  8. ^ Semerene, Diego (18 October 2011). "Review: Snowmen". Slant Magazine. Retrieved 6 May 2024.
  9. ^ ""Home Alone: The Holiday Heist" star Christian Martyn carries on proud tradition". Channel Guide magazine. 25 November 2012. Retrieved 6 May 2024.
  10. ^ a b c d Oakville Beaver (3 May 2012). "Christian Martyn stars in Home Alone". InsideHalton.com. Retrieved 6 May 2024.
  11. ^ Jabos, Evan (15 July 2013). "Breakout Review". Movieweb. Retrieved 6 May 2024.
  12. ^ Oakville Beaver (8 February 2013). "Actor Christian Martyn stars alongside Billy Baldwin in Be My Valentine". InsideHalton.com. Retrieved 6 May 2024.
  13. ^ "Screenshot of Christian Martyn from tonight's episode of Workin' Moms on CBC/Netflix. Such a funny show, and he's absolutely loved the talent he's been able to work with. #workinmoms #cbc #netflix #actorboy #christianmartyn". instagram.com.
  14. ^ "Binge watched the entire season of Northern Rescue today on CBC Gem. What an incredible show! So proud to know that Christian is a part of this. Proud of my boy! Make sure to check it out #cbcgem in Canada and #netflix outside of Canada. #northernrescue #christianmartyn #proudmamabear #billybaldwin #bringonseason2". instagram.com.
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