Carson Rowland - Age, Height, Bio, Family, Career, Sweet Magnolias, Baby & Facts in 2026

Carson Rowland has quietly built one of the most impressive young résumés in streaming television, evolving from a homeschooled Florida kid with a love for musical theater into a Netflix heartthrob and multi-hyphenate artist. Best known for his five-season run as Tyler “Ty” Townsend on Netflix’s Sweet Magnolias and his earlier breakthrough on Nickelodeon’s I Am Frankie, Rowland has proven equally comfortable in teen dramas, psychological thrillers, and the recording studio. At 28, with a young family, a neuroscience degree, and a growing music career, he represents a new generation of actor who refuses to be boxed in.

Quick Facts

Full Name	Carson Rowland
Nick Name	Carson
Profession	Actor, Singer-Songwriter, Producer
Birth Date	November 3, 1997
Age	28 years 7 months old
Birth Place	Boca Raton, Florida, USA
Nationality	American
Known For	Sweet Magnolias (Tyler Townsend), I Am Frankie (Cole Reyes), Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin (Chip Langsberry)
Ethnicity	Not publicly disclosed
Zodiac Sign	Scorpio
Height	6 ft 0 in (1.83 m / 183 cm)
Weight	Not publicly disclosed
Hair Color	Light Brown
Eye Color	Blue
Qualification	B.S. in Neuroscience, Florida Atlantic University (4.0 GPA)
Religion	Not publicly disclosed
Marital Status	Married
Relationships	Wife: Maris Kenny Rowland (married October 16, 2021)
Children	1 daughter: Eden Stone Rowland (born November 10, 2023)
Family	Father: William Rowland; Mother: Lori Anne Rowland; Twin sister: Carolynn; Older brother: Connor; Younger sister: Catherine
Hobbies	Music (piano, guitar, songwriting), fishing, musical theater
Current Work	The Beauty (2026); music career; former Sweet Magnolias star
Years Active	2015–present
Net Worth (2026 est.)	Not publicly disclosed
Residence	Florida / Georgia (based on filming locations)

Early Life & Education

Carson Rowland was born on November 3, 1997, in Boca Raton, Florida, to William and Lori Anne Rowland. He grew up in a creative household alongside three siblings: an older brother named Connor, a twin sister named Carolynn, and a younger sister named Catherine. His parents chose to homeschool their children, which gave Carson the flexibility to explore his early passion for the arts. At age four or five, his mother enrolled him in a musical theater performing group, and by the time he was nine, he was already appearing in professional theatrical productions.

Though neither parent had an artistic background, all four Rowland children found their way into creative fields. Connor is a gifted pianist who frequently collaborates with Carson on music, while both Carolynn and Catherine are accomplished ballerinas who left home as teenagers to pursue intensive dance training. Carson himself began piano lessons at age eight and later picked up guitar, developing a love for music that would run parallel to his acting career.

For eighth through tenth grade, Carson briefly attended a private school for the social experience but found the rigid schedule limiting. “I really wanted to try it for the social experience. What I realized though is that traditional school limited the freedom I had for the things I wanted to pursue,” he later explained. He returned to homeschooling, which allowed him to audition and build his career while maintaining an academic focus.

Remarkably, Carson earned a Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience from Florida Atlantic University while actively filming television series, maintaining a perfect 4.0 GPA. He has cited his mother as the single biggest influence on his career and artistic development.

Career Journey

The Breakthrough: Tweet: The Series and Nickelodeon (2015–2018)

Carson’s professional acting career began at age 16 when a homeschooled friend who was starring in the web series Tweet: The Series suggested he audition for the second season. He booked the role of Riley Sturgis, which led to multiple auditions with Nickelodeon. In 2017, he landed the series-regular role of Cole Reyes in I Am Frankie, Nickelodeon’s first global series produced at the Viacom International Studio in Miami. The show, an adaptation of the Colombian telenovela Yo soy Franky, ran for two seasons and gave Carson his first major exposure to young audiences. He attended the Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards in 2017 with the cast.

Lifetime Movies and Early Film Work (2019–2020)

After I Am Frankie wrapped, Carson transitioned into more mature roles. He appeared in the Lifetime television movie Dream Killer (2019) as Bailey, the love interest of lead character Mia. He also appeared in Cruel Fixation (2019) and the holiday film Santa’s Apprentice (2019). In 2020, he had guest roles on ABC’s American Housewife and appeared in the short film Run and the web series Ghost Tape.

Netflix Stardom: Sweet Magnolias (2020–2025)

Carson’s career-defining role arrived in 2020 when he was cast as Tyler “Ty” Townsend, the eldest son of Maddie Townsend (JoAnna Garcia Swisher), in Netflix’s Sweet Magnolias. Based on the novels by Sherryl Woods, the series follows three best friends in the small Southern town of Serenity, South Carolina. Ty’s journey—from a baseball prodigy dealing with his parents’ divorce to a young musician navigating first love with Annie Sullivan (Anneliese Judge)—became one of the show’s central storylines.

Carson appeared in all four seasons of the series, which became one of Netflix’s most-watched romantic dramas. However, in 2025, it was confirmed that Carson would not return for Season 5. Showrunner Sheryl J. Anderson explained that the writers made “the best” of his absence, noting that Carson was “married with a young child and has been doing other work.” His character’s arc concluded with Ty sending flowers to Annie’s graduation in lieu of attending, as he was touring Europe with his band.

Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin (2022–2024)

While still on Sweet Magnolias, Carson joined the cast of HBO Max’s Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin, a reboot of the iconic teen mystery franchise. He played Chip Langsberry, a character whose arc spanned the first season and continued into the second. He walked the red carpet at the show’s premiere at Warner Bros. Studios in 2022 alongside his wife, Maris.

Music Career

Parallel to his acting, Carson has pursued music as a singer-songwriter. He released his single “leave my lonely alone” and has collaborated with fellow actor-musician Taylor Castro. He describes songwriting as a way to express himself in ways acting cannot: “With music, I have the ability to express who I am. Songwriting gives me a way to express myself and my feelings that I can’t find in acting.” He plays piano and guitar and has teased an EP titled You Know Who You Are.

Upcoming Projects

As of 2026, Carson is attached to The Beauty, a television series slated for release in 2026. He also appears in The Queen’s Jewels (2025). According to his IMDb, he has also served as a producer on at least one project.

Career Stats

Television:

Tweet: The Series (2015) — Riley Sturgis — 5 episodes
I Am Frankie (2017–2018) — Cole Reyes — Series regular, 41 episodes
American Housewife (2020) — Guest role
Ghost Tape (2020) — Short series
Sweet Magnolias (2020–2025) — Tyler “Ty” Townsend — Series regular, 4 seasons
Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin (2022–2024) — Chip Langsberry — Recurring

Film:

Dream Killer (2019) — Bailey
Cruel Fixation (2019)
Trico Tri Happy Halloween (2018)
Run (2020)
After (2022)
The Queen’s Jewels (2025)
The Beauty (2026)

Music:

“leave my lonely alone” (single)
“Game” (single)
Collaborations with Taylor Castro

Personal Life

Family and Upbringing

Carson remains close to his family, particularly his mother Lori, whom he credits with nurturing his artistic side from early childhood. His twin sister Carolynn and younger sister Catherine are both professional ballerinas, while his older brother Connor is a pianist who collaborates with Carson on music projects.

Marriage to Maris Kenny

Carson began dating Maris Kenny in September 2019. Maris, a native of Delray Beach, Florida, graduated from the University of Florida in 2020 with a bachelor’s degree in applied physiology and kinesiology and was a member of the Alpha Delta Pi sorority. She previously worked as a student athletic trainer at XPE Sports and as a referral coordinator at Boca General Family Medicine before becoming the chief administrative officer of Second Mile Inc.

Carson proposed on July 10, 2021, in a romantic setting decorated with string lights, candles, and flowers. They married on October 16, 2021, at the Sundy House in Delray Beach, Florida. Maris wore a mermaid-style gown and carried long-stem white roses, while the bridal party wore black mid-length dresses with baby’s breath bouquets.

Carson has spoken glowingly about his wife, calling her “the most incredible person in the world” and describing their bond as “indescribable.” He has also praised his in-laws, calling them “powerhouses” who raised an “incredibly strong, wise person.”

Fatherhood

In June 2023, Carson and Maris announced they were expecting their first child. “A dream is coming true, our family is growing,” Carson told PEOPLE. “Maris and I feel so blessed and can hardly contain our excitement.” Their daughter, Eden Stone Rowland, was born on November 10, 2023. The birth was celebrated by Carson’s Sweet Magnolias and Pretty Little Liars co-stars, including Jamie Lynn Spears, who commented “Omg!!!!! CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!” on the announcement post.

Controversies

Carson Rowland has maintained a clean public image throughout his career. He has not been involved in any major scandals, legal issues, or public feuds. His departure from Sweet Magnolias was handled professionally, with the showrunner and network framing it as a natural evolution of the actor’s personal and professional life rather than any conflict.

Awards & Achievements

While Carson has not yet won major industry awards, his achievements include:

Maintaining a 4.0 GPA while earning a B.S. in Neuroscience at Florida Atlantic University
Series-regular roles on two major networks (Nickelodeon and Netflix) before age 30
Successfully balancing acting and music careers

Physical Statistics

Measurement	Details
Height	6 ft 0 in (1.83 m / 183 cm)
Weight	Not publicly disclosed
Hair Color	Light Brown
Eye Color	Blue
Body Type	Athletic
Distinctive Features	All-American look, warm smile, expressive eyes

Quotes

“My wife is just the most incredible person in the world. To have her alongside me, and me alongside her, it’s indescribable how amazing this is.”
— On his marriage to Maris Rowland, The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul podcast, 2022.

“With music, I have the ability to express who I am. My EP is going to be called You Know Who You Are because it’s written by me, and is about me and my interactions with people in my life.”
— On his music career and upcoming EP.

“I was sitting on my couch, home alone. I was thinking to myself, ‘This could potentially change my life.’ That’s what it did.”
— On booking I Am Frankie, his first major series regular role.

Favorites

Category	Favorite
Creative Outlets	Acting, music (piano, guitar, songwriting)
Childhood Hobby	Fishing
Theater	Musical theater (began performing at age 9)
Education	Neuroscience (holds B.S. with 4.0 GPA)
Family	Close relationship with mother and siblings

Earnings

Carson Rowland’s net worth has not been publicly disclosed. As a series regular on a Netflix original series for four seasons, a Nickelodeon series regular, and with multiple film and guest credits, his earnings are presumed to be in the low-to-mid six figures annually during his Sweet Magnolias tenure. Netflix series regulars at his level typically earn between $20,000 and $50,000 per episode, though exact figures for Sweet Magnolias have not been reported.

Interesting Facts

Homeschooled Star: He was homeschooled for most of his childhood, which allowed him to pursue acting and music while completing his education.
Neuroscience Degree: He earned a B.S. in Neuroscience with a perfect 4.0 GPA from Florida Atlantic University while actively filming television series.
Twin Brother?: He has a twin sister named Carolynn, not a twin brother—though his older brother Connor is also musically gifted.
Musical Family: All four Rowland siblings are artists—Carson (actor/musician), Connor (pianist), Carolynn (ballerina), and Catherine (ballerina).
First Audition at 16: His first professional role came from a friend’s recommendation on the web series Tweet: The Series.
Met Gala Adjacent: He walked the red carpet at the Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin premiere with his wife in 2022.
From Stage to Screen: He began in professional musical theater at age nine before transitioning to film and television.
Songwriter: He wrote his single “Game” based on past relationships where he felt trapped, with the key line “love never said I had to stay.”

Did You Know Already?

Did you know Carson Rowland earned a neuroscience degree with a 4.0 GPA while starring on Sweet Magnolias?
Did you know he has a twin sister who is a professional ballerina?
Did you know he began his acting career at age 16 on a web series called Tweet: The Series?
Did you know he is also a singer-songwriter who has released original music and collaborated with Taylor Castro?

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Twitter/X: @carsonrowland
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IMDb: Carson Rowland

Frequently Asked Questions

How old is Carson Rowland?
Carson Rowland was born on November 3, 1997, making him 28 years old as of 2026.

How tall is Carson Rowland?
He stands at 6 feet 0 inches (1.83 m / 183 cm) tall.

Who is Carson Rowland’s wife?
He married Maris Kenny Rowland on October 16, 2021. They began dating in September 2019 and got engaged in July 2021.

Does Carson Rowland have children?
Yes. He and Maris welcomed their first child, a daughter named Eden Stone Rowland, on November 10, 2023.

Why did Carson Rowland leave Sweet Magnolias?
He did not return for Season 5, which premiered in 2025. The showrunner explained that Carson was “married with a young child and has been doing other work,” and the writers concluded Ty and Annie’s storyline naturally with Ty touring Europe with his band.

What is Carson Rowland’s degree in?
He holds a Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience from Florida Atlantic University, which he earned with a 4.0 GPA.

What was Carson Rowland’s first acting role?
His first professional role was Riley Sturgis in the web series Tweet: The Series in 2015, which he booked at age 16.

Is Carson Rowland a musician?
Yes. He is a singer-songwriter who plays piano and guitar. He has released singles including “leave my lonely alone” and “Game.”

Conclusion

Carson Rowland’s journey from a homeschooled musical theater kid in Boca Raton to a Netflix leading man and recording artist is a testament to discipline, versatility, and family support. Whether he was maintaining a 4.0 GPA in neuroscience, carrying a Nickelodeon series, or anchoring one of Netflix’s most beloved romantic dramas, he has approached every challenge with the same work ethic his mother instilled in him. Now, as a young father, a husband, and an artist expanding into music and new film projects, Rowland is writing the next chapter of a career that already spans more than a decade. If his past is any indication, the best may still be ahead.

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