Cole Sprouse

Cole Sprouse is an American actor and photographer who has been in the entertainment industry since early childhood, building a career that spans from beloved child star to serious adult actor and creative artist. Born on August 4, 1992, in Arezzo, Italy, to American parents, Sprouse and his twin brother Dylan moved to the United States at a young age. Cole first gained recognition as a child actor, sharing the role of Ben Geller (Ross’s son) on the hit sitcom “Friends” with his twin brother, before the pair became household names starring in the Disney Channel series “The Suite Life of Zack & Cody” (2005-2008) and its spinoff “The Suite Life on Deck” (2008-2011).

After his Disney Channel years, Cole Sprouse took a deliberate step back from acting to attend New York University, where he studied archaeology and humanities. This break from Hollywood allowed him to develop other interests, particularly photography, which became a serious artistic pursuit. He built a significant following for his photography work, specializing in portraiture and film photography, and his images have been published in major fashion and lifestyle magazines.

Sprouse returned to acting in 2017 with the role that would define his adult career: Jughead Jones in The CW’s “Riverdale,” a dark reimagining of the Archie Comics universe. The series became a cultural phenomenon, particularly among younger audiences, and ran for seven seasons until 2023. His brooding portrayal of the intellectual outsider Jughead earned him Teen Choice Awards and cemented his status as a leading man. He has since appeared in films including “Five Feet Apart” (2019) and “Moonshot” (2022), demonstrating his ability to carry feature films.

As of 2026, Cole Sprouse’s net worth is estimated at $8 million. His income streams include acting salaries from his long career in television and film, photography commissions and exhibitions, brand partnerships, and social media presence. His massive Instagram following has made him an attractive partner for fashion and lifestyle brands, and his dual career as both an actor and photographer gives him unique versatility in the entertainment and creative industries.