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Matthew Labyorteaux | Biography

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  • Full Name Matthew Labyorteaux
  • Occupation American
  • Nationality American
  • Birthplace Los Angeles, California
  • Birth Date Dec 09, 1966
  • Age 57 Years, 4 Months
Albert Quinn from NBC’s Historical Drama Series 'Little House on the Prairie'

Matthew Labyorteaux | Biography

Brother of Patrick Labyorteaux

Matthew began his acting career from a very early age. At seven years old, he did his first commercial and, shortly after, landed his first acting role in the 1974 drama film A Woman Under the Influence. He then played various roles on TV shows, movies, and video games. As of 2021, Celebritynetworth has estimated Matthew Labyorteaux’s net worth as $400 thousand. All credit for his wealth goes to his 46 years long acting career. 


Matthew Labyorteaux is an American voice artist, TV actor, and film actor. He is best known for his character, Albert Quinn, from NBC’s historical drama series Little House on the Prairie.

Who is Matthew Labyorteaux?

 American actor Matthew Labyorteaux was born in Los Angeles, California, on 9 December 1966. Although his biological parents’ details are not available, he was adopted by Frankie Labyorteaux and Ron Labyorteaux. He took birth with a hole in his heart. Moreover, his parents thought he was autistic until five years of age, which he was not.

As a child, Matthew often threw tantrums while his older brother Patrick Labyorteaux earned high popularity as a child actor. So, following his brother’s fame, he also auditioned for a role. And to everyone’s surprise, Matthew did not throw tantrums and landed the role.

Matthew began his acting career from a very early age. At seven years old, he did his first commercial and, shortly after, landed his first acting role in the 1974 drama film A Woman Under the Influence. He then played various roles on TV shows, movies, and video games.

Movies and TV Shows

Beginning at the age of 7, Matthew Labyorteaux starred in numerous TV shows and movies. His notable films include A Woman Under the Influence (1974), King of the Gypsies (1978), Deadly Friend (1986), Bride Wars (2009), and The Wind Rises (2013). Lately, he voice-acted in the 2018 animated sci-fi film NextGen.

Matthew first appeared on TV in 1975 with a single-episode role in the TV series The Rookies. He then played similar minor roles in several other shows like Phyllis (1975), NBC Special Treat (1976), and Most Wanted (1977). Finally, Matthew found prominence in TV with the 1977 NBC series The Red Hand Gang. The same year , he also appeared in a lead role in the American soap opera Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman. Matthew’s other notable appearances include Whiz Kids (1983-1984), Night Court (1989), The Last to Go (1991 TV film), and Yu-Gi-Oh! GX (2005-2008).

Matthew Labyorteaux has earned three ‘Young Artist Awards’ nominations for his early career roles. He was first nominated in the ‘Best Young Actor category in 1983. Later in 1984, he got nominations for ‘Best Young Actor’ in a new TV series and ‘Best Young Actor in a drama series.

What is Matthew Layorteaux doing now?

The veteran actor’s last screen appearance was a voice actor in the 2019 video game Star Wars: The Old Republic- Onslaught. Since then, he has not appeared in any acting roles. Moreover, he is also not active on any social media handles. 

Wife and Children

Matthew Labyorteaux married his wife Leslie Labyorteaux on 17 July 2020. He married at the age of 54. The couple is parents to their two beautiful children. 

Net Worth

As of 2021, Celebritynetworth has estimated Matthew Labyorteaux’s net worth as $400 thousand. All credit for his wealth goes to his 46 years long acting career. 

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