The film, directed by *Richard Linklater* and written by *Mike White*, created a generation of music lovers and launched the careers of several young stars. Twenty-one years later, the question "Where are they now?" has never been more relevant, especially with co-stars tying the knot and the main cast teasing new projects for 2025 and beyond.
School of Rock Main Cast: Biography and Current Status (2025)
The core ensemble of *School of Rock* has followed diverse paths since leaving the classroom, with some becoming major stars and others pursuing passions outside of Hollywood. Here is a look at the key players and their latest updates.
- Jack Black (Dewey Finn)
- Role: The substitute teacher and band leader.
- Date of Birth: August 28, 1969.
- Current Status (2025): Black remains a major Hollywood force. He is confirmed to return for the upcoming *Jumanji* movie, set for a 2026 release. His band, Tenacious D, also announced a new project in 2024. Crucially for fans, Black has publicly stated he is "ready" for a *School of Rock* sequel, keeping the hope alive for a future reunion on screen.
- Miranda Cosgrove (Summer Hathaway)
- Role: The ambitious and highly-organized band manager, nicknamed "Tinkerbell."
- Date of Birth: May 14, 1993.
- Current Status (2025): Cosgrove has a very active 2024-2025 schedule. She starred in the films *Drugstore June* and *Mother of the Bride* in 2024, and is set to appear in *The Wrong Paris* in 2025. She also recently reprised her voice role as Margo in *Despicable Me 4* (2024). In late 2024, she hinted that a new *iCarly* movie is "in the works" to wrap up the revival series, with old characters potentially returning.
- Joey Gaydos Jr. (Zack Mooneyham)
- Role: Lead guitarist, "Zack-Attack," and songwriter for the band.
- Current Status (2025): Gaydos Jr. has continued his passion for music, much like his character, playing in bands and pursuing a professional music career.
- Rivkah Reyes (Katie)
- Role: The quiet but talented bassist.
- Current Status (2025): Reyes is an actor, comedian, and podcast host, having appeared in films like *Monuments* (2020) and *Alex/October* (2022). They were also one of the cast members who reunited for a co-star's wedding in early 2025.
- Angelo Massagli (Frankie) & Caitlin Hale (Marta)
- Role: Frankie (Security), Marta (Chorus/Backup Singer).
- Current Status (2025): In a major update, the two former co-stars, who had been dating for years, were married in January 2025. Hale went on to become a registered nurse, while Massagli has pursued a career in the entertainment industry. Their wedding served as a recent *School of Rock* cast reunion.
- Brian Falduto (Billy)
- Role: The band's flamboyant stylist, "Fancy Pants."
- Current Status (2025): Falduto has reinvented himself as a bona fide gay country music artist, performing at various events, including a 2024 appearance at Camp Out Poconos. He also works as a life coach.
- Robert Tsai (Lawrence)
- Role: The keyboardist, "Mr. Cool."
- Current Status (2025): Tsai largely stepped away from acting after the film, but continued his musical pursuits, playing piano and attending Dartmouth College.
- Maryam Hassan (Tomika)
- Role: The shy but powerful lead vocalist.
- Current Status (2025): Hassan has been credited with finding her voice through the film, though she has mostly remained out of the public spotlight since.
- Kevin Clark (Freddy Jones)
- Role: The drummer, "Spazzy McGee."
- Current Status (Tragically Deceased): Clark tragically passed away in 2021 at the age of 32. He continued to pursue his passion for music after the movie, gigging in his hometown of Chicago with various bands.
The January 2025 Wedding That Rocked the Internet
The most heartwarming and recent update for *School of Rock* fans is the wedding of two former cast members, Angelo Massagli (Frankie) and Caitlin Hale (Marta), which took place in January 2025. This event provided a perfect, organic reunion for several of the child actors.
The couple, who played background characters in the film—Frankie as security and Marta as a backup singer—had been dating for years, proving that the bonds formed on the set of the *Richard Linklater* movie were truly lasting.
The wedding photos and social media posts, which quickly went viral, showed fellow cast member Rivkah Reyes (Katie) in attendance, celebrating the happy couple. This event highlights the unique camaraderie that still exists among the "kid musicians" more than two decades later, often meeting up for dinner and drinks in New York City.
From Summer Hathaway to iCarly: Miranda Cosgrove's 2025 Hollywood Ascent
While *Jack Black* continues to headline major film franchises like *Jumanji* and his band Tenacious D, it is *Miranda Cosgrove* (Summer Hathaway) who has maintained the most consistent presence in mainstream Hollywood from the child cast. Her career trajectory from the film's "band manager" to a major television and film star is remarkable.
In 2024, Cosgrove was busy, starring in the films *Drugstore June* and *Mother of the Bride*, showcasing her versatility beyond her famous Nickelodeon roles.
Looking ahead to 2025, she has the film *The Wrong Paris* scheduled for release. Most exciting for her dedicated fanbase is the confirmation that a new *iCarly* project, likely a movie, is "in the works" to provide a definitive conclusion to the revival series. This news, hinted at in late 2024, ensures Cosgrove remains a fixture in pop culture well into 2025.
The Legacy of the Band: Music, Loss, and New Beginnings
The remaining cast members have pursued careers that often circle back to the film's core theme: music. *Joey Gaydos Jr.* (Zack Mooneyham) continues to play guitar and perform, while *Robert Tsai* (Lawrence) still plays piano, even if he didn't pursue acting.
Perhaps the most unexpected career turn belongs to *Brian Falduto* (Billy), the original "Fancy Pants," who has found success as a gay country singer. His journey from a childhood role to a distinctive musical career is a testament to the film's encouragement of individuality.
The cast's enduring bond was tragically tested with the passing of drummer *Kevin Clark* (Freddy Jones) in 2021. Clark, who was a professional musician, was a constant presence at many of the cast's reunions over the years. His memory is often honored by his former co-stars, serving as a reminder of the real-life friendships forged during the filming of the 2003 movie.
From a viral wedding to major movie roles and the hope of a *School of Rock sequel*, the cast of the beloved film continues to make headlines. Their collective story, two decades later, is a powerful mix of nostalgia, growth, and the unbreakable spirit of rock and roll.
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