Dylan Gilmer
American singer, rapper and actor
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Dylan Gilmer (born March 4, 2009), known professionally as Young Dylan, is an American actor, rapper, and television host. He rose to prominence after his rap videos went viral when he was six years old, and he has since appeared on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, performed at NBA All‑Star Weekend, and starred in the Nickelodeon sitcom Tyler Perry's Young Dylan (2020–2025).[1]
Dylan Gilmer | |
|---|---|
| Born | March 4, 2009 Annapolis, Maryland, U.S. |
| Other names | Young Dylan |
| Occupations | Rapper, actor, television host |
| Years active | 2015–present |
| Known for | Tyler Perry's Young Dylan, NFL Slimetime |
| Parent(s) | Damon Gilmer (father); Deaundra Gilmer (mother) |
Early life
Dylan Gilmer was born and raised in Annapolis, Maryland, to parents Damon and Deaundra Gilmer. He developed an early interest in music and grew up listening to Drake.[2][3] At age 6, his parents posted a home video of him rapping Bryson Tiller's "Don't", which went viral.[1][4][5][6]
Career
Viral sensation & early media appearances
He first gained national attention after appearing on The Ellen DeGeneres Show multiple times, and performing during the NBA All‑Star Celebrity Game halftime shows.[7] In 2019, at age ten, he competed on Season 14 of America's Got Talent and advanced to the Judge Cuts, though he was eliminated before the quarterfinals.[2][8]
Tyler Perry’s Young Dylan (2020–2025)
In 2020, Dylan was cast by Tyler Perry to star as a fictionalized version of himself in the Nickelodeon sitcom Tyler Perry’s Young Dylan, which aired from February 29, 2020, through April 30, 2025, for five seasons and 85 episodes.[9]
Dylan has recorded and released original music, including singles like “Tik Tok” and “Get Litty,” and has made frequent appearances on children‑oriented television, including hosting NFL Slimetime and co‑hosting Peacock’s The Kids Tonight Show in 2021.[1]
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | America's Got Talent | Himself | Participant |
| The Ellen DeGeneres Show | Guest | ||
| 2020 | All That | Episode; "Episode 1118"
Musical guest | |
| Tyler Perry's Young Dylan | Young Dylan / Dylon | Lead role | |
| 2021 | NFL Slimetime | Himself | Host |
| The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon | Guest; episode 1531 | ||
| The Kids Tonight Show | Host[10] | ||
| 2022 | Side Hustle | Young Dylan | Episode; "When Worlds Collide" |
| That Girl Lay Lay | Episode; "Dylan and Rebecca's Cleve-Land-Land Adventure" | ||
| Play-Doh Squished | Himself | Episode; "Planes, Trains, Cars" | |
| 2023 | The Jennifer Hudson Show | Episode; "Episode 105"
Guest | |
| Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards 2023 | Musical performer | ||
| The Tiny Chef Show | Guest star | ||
| 2025 | Elio | Bryce[11] |
Discography
Awards
| Year | Award | Category | Nominee(s) | Result | Refs. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Kids' Choice Awards | Favorite Male TV Star | Dylan Gilmer | Nominated | [12] |
| 2022 | Kids' Choice Awards | Favorite Male TV Star (Kids) | Young Dylan | Nominated | [13] |
| 2023 | Kids' Choice Awards | Favorite Male TV Star (Kids) | Young Dylan | Nominated | [14] |