Erik's Biography

Erik von Detten is an American actor best known for his memorable roles in 1990s and early 2000s family favorites like Disney Channel's 'Brink!', 'The Princess Diaries', and as the voice of Sid Phillips in Pixar's iconic 'Toy Story'. Born on October 3, 1982, in San Diego, California, Erik began his acting career as a child, quickly becoming a familiar face on both television and in film. His breakout performance came with the 1997 film adaptation of 'Leave It to Beaver', later gaining a cult following for his role as Andy 'Brink' Brinker in the Disney Channel Original Movie 'Brink!'. A versatile performer, Erik has lent his voice to numerous animated series and films, and is celebrated for his natural charm and boy-next-door appeal. Though he stepped back from acting in the 2010s to focus on his family and a career outside Hollywood, Erik remains a beloved figure among millennials and Disney fans. He is married to Angela von Detten, with whom he shares two children. With a career spanning acting, voice work, and TV movies, Erik von Detten's legacy endures through the nostalgic roles that defined a generation. His net worth is estimated at $950,000, primarily from acting royalties and guest appearances.