The Tipton Hotel has been closed for a long time.
If you grew up in the mid-2000s, Zack and Cody Martin weren't just characters; they were basically your roommates. We watched them terrorize Mr. Moseby, try to hit on Maddie at the candy counter, and eventually move onto a cruise ship because, honestly, why not? But then the cameras stopped. The twins vanished from the Disney machine.
People always ask about zack and cody now because, unlike most child stars who spiral or stay in the Hollywood loop until they're irrelevant, Dylan and Cole Sprouse did something weird. They quit. At the height of their power, they walked into a meeting with Disney, asked for producer credits to protect their IP, got told "no," and simply walked out.
It wasn't a PR stunt. They genuinely just left.
The "Spouse-less" Sprouse and the Married One
Let's get the personal stuff out of the way first. As of 2026, the twins are living completely different lives. Dylan is the "settled" one. He married supermodel Barbara Palvin in 2023 in a stunning ceremony in Hungary (her home country). They have this "two-week rule" where they refuse to be apart for longer than fourteen days, which is probably why you always see him supporting her at Victoria’s Secret shows or her visiting him on film sets.
Cole, on the other hand, is currently the self-described "only spouse-less Sprouse." He's been dating model Ari Fournier since 2021. They’re super low-key about it because, quite frankly, Riverdale fans were a bit intense after his breakup with Lili Reinhart. He’s gone on record saying this relationship is the first time he’s felt "real compatibility" without the pressure of a public timetable.
Dylan: From the Tipton to the Meadery
Dylan didn't go back to the traditional "lead actor" grind right away. He went to NYU, got a degree in video game design, and then started brewing honey wine. Yes, really.
He co-founded All-Wise Meadery in Brooklyn. If you’ve ever seen him in an interview lately, he’s more likely to talk about yeast fermentation than his time on the Disney Channel. But he hasn't ditched the screen entirely. He’s carved out a niche in indie films and rom-coms like Beautiful Disaster and the 2024 thriller Aftermath.
He also executive produced a dark comedy called The Duel. It’s a weird, morally gray movie about two friends who decide to have a literal old-school duel to the death. It’s a far cry from "PRNDL" jokes.
Why Dylan Chose the "Odd" Path
- Creative Control: He was tired of being a "commercial product" for Disney.
- Business Ventures: Along with mead, he’s involved in Thor’s Skyr (a high-protein yogurt brand) with Terry Crews.
- Selective Acting: He only does projects where he actually likes the script or the people involved.
Cole: The Photographer with an Acting "Problem"
Cole’s return to fame was much louder. Riverdale happened. For seven years, he was Jughead Jones, the moody narrator of a show that got increasingly... let's say "creative."
But Cole’s true obsession is photography. He’s not just a celebrity with a Leica; he’s actually good. He’s shot covers for L’Uomo Vogue and W Magazine. He’s admitted that he originally got into photography to help with his depression. It was a way to regain control over his image when everyone else was trying to define it for him.
He’s still acting, though. In 2025, he premiered The Rivals of Amziah King at SXSW, starring alongside Matthew McConaughey. It’s a crime thriller, and it’s arguably the "most serious" role he’s ever taken.
What the Rest of the Tipton Crew is Up To
You can't talk about zack and cody now without mentioning the people who actually kept the hotel running.
- Brenda Song (London Tipton): She’s thriving. She’s engaged to Macaulay Culkin, and they have two sons, Dakota and Carson. She’s still acting in major projects like The Last Showgirl (2024), but she’s mostly focused on being a mom and doing voice work.
- Ashley Tisdale (Maddie Fitzpatrick): She’s basically a wellness mogul now. Her brand, Frenshe, is everywhere. She’s also a mom of two and does a ton of interior design work.
- Phill Lewis (Mr. Moseby): He’s one of the most successful sitcom directors in the business. He’s directed episodes of the iCarly reboot and How I Met Your Father. The twins actually reunited with him in 2024 at a movie premiere, and yes, it broke the internet.
The Harsh Reality of the Disney Exit
The reason people are still obsessed with the Sprouse twins is because they survived the "child star curse." They didn't have a public breakdown. They didn't go broke.
They realized early on that Disney was "classifying" their spin-offs in a way that kept their wages at the bottom of the scale. They saw the business for what it was and decided to go to college instead. That four-year gap where they just went to NYU and lived in dorms probably saved their careers.
If you're looking for a reunion, don't hold your breath. Both brothers have said they wouldn't do a reboot unless they were the ones writing and producing it. They’re protective of the legacy. They know that trying to recreate that 2005 magic in 2026 usually ends in a cringey disaster.
Actionable Insights for Fans
If you want to keep up with them today, don't just look at their IMDB pages.
- Check Cole’s Instagram (@camera_duels): It’s a hilariously petty account where he takes photos of fans who are trying to secretly take photos of him.
- Try the Mead: If you're in New York, visiting Dylan’s meadery is a way more "real" experience than any fan convention.
- Follow the Photography: Cole’s professional portfolio is where his "real" voice is.
The twins are no longer the kids in the suite. They’re businessmen, photographers, and producers who just happened to spend their childhood in front of a live studio audience. They’ve managed to do the hardest thing in Hollywood: grow up on their own terms.
