Joel Palmer's illustrious career began at the tender age of three with a captivating appearance as Lyle the Shoeshine Boy in the iconic production of "Hello Dolly". This marked the starting point of a remarkable journey, as he swiftly landed two national television commercials for Mattel Toys, followed by advertisements for Woodward's and Scott Paper.
Within a span of less than one year, Joel made his feature film debut in "Knight Moves", showcasing his versatility as a young actor. He then appeared in a principal role in the film festival production "Swindled", further solidifying his reputation as a talented rising star.
Joel's breakthrough role came in "Morning Glory", where he shared the screen with esteemed actors Christopher Reeve and Deborah Raffin as his mother. His impressive resume continued to grow with roles in "Liar, Liar", "Change of Heart", "The Man Upstairs", and "A Child Too Many".
Throughout his career, Joel has made notable appearances in episodes of "Street Justice", "The Hat Squad", "Madison", and "Outer Limits", as well as co-starring in "The X-Files" and "The Commish" on multiple occasions. He has also co-hosted the children's 5-day-TV-special "Hopscotch" and guest-starred on the iconic show "Sesame Street".
In addition to his television work, Joel co-starred in the feature film "Far From Home: The Adventures of Yellow Dog", directed by the late Phillip Borsos, alongside Jesse Bradford, Bruce Davison, and Mimi Rogers. He has also starred in the ABC made-for-TV movies "Someone Else's Child", "Freefall", and "Seduction in a Small Town", alongside notable actors Lisa Hartman Black, William Devane, and Melissa Gilbert.
Joel's impressive career trajectory led to him signing with one of L.A.'s most renowned child managers, Lynda Goodfriend, marking an exciting new chapter in his journey. When not working, Joel resides with his parents, one sister, one brother, three dogs, and a cat in the picturesque Fraser Valley, just outside Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.
