Faly Rakotohavana, born on April 26, 2003, in Antananarivo, Madagascar, is a young actor known for his roles in various movies and TV shows. At the age of six, he moved to the United States with his family, residing in states like Arizona, Texas, and eventually settling in Los Angeles. Faly Rakotohavana parents are Kari Lynn Shattenberg, an American educator, and Neo Wilfried Rakotohavana, a Malagasy salesperson. His mixed ethnicity, with his father being African with Malagasy roots and his mother being white with American heritage, has influenced his diverse perspectives.
Faly Rakotohavana began his acting career with a role in the 2016 short film "Delete that Post." He gained recognition for his portrayal of Jim in the Nickelodeon series "Nicky, Ricky, Dicky & Dawn" in 2017. That same year, he appeared as Eduardo in the Fox sitcom "The Mick" and as Miles in Disney Channel's "Raven's Home." In 2018, he played Riley in the horror anthology film "Nightmare Cinema." His career continued to flourish with his role as Matteo in the 2020 Disney+ film "Secret Society of Second Born Royals." More recently, Faly Rakotohavana starred as Finn in the Hulu comedy series "UnPrisoned," alongside Kerry Washington and Delroy Lindo. His dedication to his craft and diverse roles have established him as a rising talent in the entertainment industry.