Christian Martyn has created an impressive path in the entertainment industry, transitioning seamlessly from child star to versatile adult actor. Best known for his role as Billy Andrews in the beloved series “Anne with an E,” this Canadian talent continues to expand his repertoire with film, television, and voice acting projects. At just 24 years old, he’s already accumulated nearly two decades of experience in front of the camera.
Biography
Born on February 23, 2000, in Oakville, Ontario, Christian Martyn grew up in a close-knit family that nurtured his creative ambitions. His mother, Lori Martyn (née Zabrok), worked as a family physician while raising Christian and his older siblings, Mack and Mikayla, as a single parent.
His acting career began unexpectedly in Grade 2 when he participated in a school production of “Hansel and Gretel.” That first taste of theatre sparked something in the young performer, and he soon enrolled in formal acting lessons. By January 2009, Christian’s dedication paid off spectacularly when he competed at the iPOP (International Presentation of Performers) competition in Los Angeles. He won four awards, including the prestigious Child Actor of the Year, which launched his professional career.
Christian balanced his burgeoning acting career with academics at Iroquois Ridge High School in Oakville. He was filming “Anne with an E” during Grade 11 and graduated in 2018.
Standing at 5’8½” with blonde hair and blue-hazel eyes, Christian maintains an athletic. He’s earned a black belt in karate and enjoys snowboarding, surfing, and football when he’s not on set.
Career
Christian’s professional breakthrough came swiftly after his iPOP success. His first significant role was in “Snowmen” (2010), in which he played Lucas Lamb opposite Ray Liotta and Christopher Lloyd. The family comedy-drama premiered at the prestigious Tribeca Film Festival, and Christian spent February and March in Park City, Utah, alongside his mother during filming.
Two years later, he landed the lead role in “Home Alone: The Holiday Heist” (2012), the fifth instalment of the iconic franchise. Playing Finn Baxter, an introverted California boy who must defend his new Maine home against bumbling burglars, Christian carried the film with natural charisma. In the ABC Family production, he worked alongside veteran actors like Malcolm McDowell and Debi Mazar.
His television career took off with “Anne with an E” (2017-2019), the CBC and Netflix adaptation that reimagined Lucy Maud Montgomery’s classic novel. Christian appeared in 16 episodes as Billy Andrews, the school bully who tormented Anne Shirley.
Between 2019 and 2023, Christian secured a recurring role as Jacob Szalinsky on “Workin’ Moms,” the popular CBC and Netflix comedy series. He appeared in 13 episodes across seasons 3 through 7, with his final appearance in the March 2023 series finale.
Christian hasn’t limited himself to live-action work. His voice acting credits include “Top Wing” (2017-2019) and “Norman Picklestripes” (2019), adding another dimension to his skill set. He also appeared in “Northern Rescue” (2019) for seven episodes alongside Billy Baldwin.
In “Doin’ It” (2024), which premiered at SXSW, he plays Kyle, described as “the all-talk jock” in a high school sex education comedy featuring Lilly Singh and Stephanie Beatriz.
His 2025 slate includes “Doc” on Fox, where he plays Lucas Miller in the medical drama, and “Wayward,” a Netflix limited series starring Mae Martin and Toni Collette. He’s also involved in several post-production projects, including “Dreams of the Moon,” a coming-of-age adventure set against the backdrop of NASA’s Apollo 16 mission. Notably, Christian is credited as a production assistant on the short film “Diana.”
Personal Life
Christian keeps his romantic life relatively private. He’s single and focused on building his career. In September 2021, relationship rumours surfaced after he posted an Instagram photo with an unidentified woman, which he later deleted. Earlier speculation about a relationship with actress Rowan Blanchard was debunked when the “lovey-dovey” photo circulating online was confirmed as a fan-made manipulation.
Beyond acting, Christian is actively involved in charitable work, partnering with World Vision to sponsor underprivileged children and volunteering with Ninth Life Cat Rescue, where he fosters pregnant cats. He’s also a proud cat owner himself.
Before his acting career took off, Christian worked at The Keg restaurant near his hometown.
Net Worth
Christian Martyn’s net worth is estimated between $1 million and $2 million, accumulated through nearly 16 years of consistent work in entertainment. His income streams include acting fees from film and television roles, recurring television work on successful series, social media influencing (with estimated earnings of $200 to $3,000 per sponsored Instagram post), Cameo appearances, and commercial work dating back to his early Kid Cuisine advertisements.
While these figures are estimates rather than confirmed amounts, they reflect a career built on steady work rather than a single breakout role. His ongoing projects through 2025 and expansion into production work suggest his earning potential will continue to grow.
