Keeley Karsten
American actress
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Keeley Karsten is an American actress.
A native of New York City,[1] Karsten rose to prominence when she was cast in the Steven Spielberg film The Fabelmans (2022).[2] In March 2025, Karsten was cast in Malcolm in the Middle: Life's Still Unfair (2026), a miniseries revival of the comedy series Malcolm in the Middle (2000–2006). Karsten portrayed the titular character's daughter Leah.[3] Karsten will next appear in the Apple TV miniseries The Savant.[4]
Outside of acting, Karsten is an advocate for mental health, and serves as an ambassador for Lady Gaga's Born This Way Foundation.[5]
Filmography
Film
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | The Fabelmans | Natalie Fabelman | |
| 2024 | Adult Best Friends | Young Delaney |
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Evil Lives Here | Child Pam Sinclair | 1 episode |
| 2020 | Hunters | Convent Girl #1 | 1 episode |
| 2026 | Malcolm in the Middle: Life's Still Unfair | Leah | Miniseries, 4 episodes |
| 2026 | The Savant | Reg | Upcoming miniseries |