Keeley Karsten is an American actress.

Biography A native of New York City, Karsten rose to prominence when she was cast in the Steven Spielberg film The Fabelmans (2022). 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. Karsten will next appear in the Apple TV miniseries The Savant.

Outside of acting, Karsten is an advocate for mental health, and serves as an ambassador for Lady Gaga's Born This Way Foundation.

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 2027 The Savant Reg Upcoming miniseries

References

External links Keeley Karsten at the Internet Movie Database