The Flying V Flies Again: 10 Mighty Ducks Actors And Their Shocking 2025 Career Updates
The enduring legacy of the Mighty Ducks franchise, which began with the 1992 film, continues to captivate fans decades later. As of this current date in December 2025, the original cast members—the 'Ducks' and their iconic coach—are making headlines with a mix of major Hollywood projects, surprising MCU returns, and powerful personal comeback stories. From the controversial departure of Coach Gordon Bombay to the incredible sobriety journey of the team's beloved goalie, the lives of these actors are far from stagnant.
The Disney+ series The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers briefly reunited a few of the original 'Team USA' players, but the real, fresh news for 2025 lies in their individual careers. This deep dive reveals the latest, most up-to-date status of the key actors from the original trilogy and the reboot series, showcasing how the spirit of "Ducks Fly Together" still propels them today.
The Original Ducks: Where Are They Now in 2025?
The core cast who brought the underdog team to life have gone in wildly different directions, cementing their status as pop culture entities. Here is a look at the most prominent actors and their current, post-Ducks careers.
1. Joshua Jackson (Charlie Conway, #96)
- Full Name: Joshua Carter Jackson
- Date of Birth: June 11, 1978
- Role in Franchise: Charlie Conway (The Captain, The Heart of the Team)
- Post-Ducks Career Highlights: Dawson's Creek, Fringe, The Affair, Dr. Death, Little Fires Everywhere.
Joshua Jackson, the actor behind team captain Charlie Conway, is arguably the most successful Hollywood star to emerge from the franchise. In 2025, his career is soaring with multiple high-profile projects.
He is currently shooting the new *Karate Kid* film for Sony Pictures, a major crossover event that will appeal to fans of 80s and 90s nostalgia.
Furthermore, Jackson is the lead in the highly anticipated ABC series *Doctor Odyssey*, a new drama from producer Ryan Murphy, which is slated to air in 2025.
Adding to the buzz, he is also set to reunite with his former *Dawson's Creek* co-star Katie Holmes for a three-part project titled *Happy Hours*, generating significant media excitement.
2. Elden Henson (Fulton Reed, #44)
- Full Name: Elden Henson (formerly Elden Ratliff)
- Date of Birth: August 30, 1977
- Role in Franchise: Fulton Reed (The Enforcer, The Slap Shot King)
- Post-Ducks Career Highlights: *The Hunger Games: Mockingjay*, *Jobs*, Marvel's *Daredevil* series.
Elden Henson, known for his powerful, signature slap shot as Fulton Reed, is currently enjoying a massive resurgence in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU).
He is reprising his fan-favorite role as Foggy Nelson, the best friend and law partner of Matt Murdock (Daredevil), in the highly anticipated Disney+ series *Daredevil: Born Again*.
The series is one of the most talked-about MCU projects of 2025, solidifying Henson's status as a major player in one of the world's largest entertainment franchises.
3. Shaun Weiss (Greg Goldberg, #33)
- Full Name: Shaun Weiss
- Date of Birth: August 29, 1978
- Role in Franchise: Greg Goldberg (The Goalie, The Hebrew Hammer)
- Post-Ducks Career Highlights: *Heavyweights*, *Freaks and Geeks*, and a powerful sobriety advocate.
The story of Shaun Weiss, the actor who played the perpetually nervous but ultimately heroic goalie Greg Goldberg, is a powerful one of redemption and recovery.
After a highly publicized struggle with drug addiction and legal issues, Weiss has celebrated over four years of sobriety as of 2025.
His physical transformation and dedication to recovery have been widely praised, with the actor receiving an outpouring of support from fans and former castmates. This "incredible update" has made him an inspirational figure far beyond his acting career, and he has even laced up his skates to hit the ice again after nearly three decades.
The Controversial Return and Exit of Coach Bombay
The return of the franchise's most iconic figure, Coach Gordon Bombay, was the central draw of the Disney+ series The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers. However, his presence was short-lived, leading to one of the most talked-about entertainment controversies of the past few years.
4. Emilio Estevez (Coach Gordon Bombay)
- Full Name: Emilio Estévez
- Date of Birth: May 12, 1962
- Role in Franchise: Gordon Bombay (The Coach, The Reluctant Hero)
- Post-Ducks Career Highlights: *The Breakfast Club*, *St. Elmo's Fire*, *Young Guns*, Director of *Bobby* and *The Public*.
Emilio Estevez returned as Coach Bombay for the first season of Game Changers, providing a vital link to the original films. However, he did not return for the second season, with his departure initially shrouded in controversy.
Reports circulated that his exit was due to his refusal to comply with the studio’s COVID-19 vaccination requirements. Estevez later publicly clarified his position, stating that his departure was due to a "myriad of creative differences" and that he was "anti-bully," not "anti-vaxx," having contracted and recovered from COVID-19 himself.
Despite the Disney+ drama, Estevez has a major project lined up for 2025: he is set to star in and direct the long-awaited sequel, *Young Guns 3: Dead or Alive*. This film will see him reprise his role as Billy the Kid, alongside original cast members Lou Diamond Phillips and Christian Slater.
The Returning Ducks and the New Generation
The second season of The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers saw an even larger reunion of the original cast, even without Coach Bombay. Their 2025 status shows a mix of continued acting and successful careers outside of Hollywood.
5. Marguerite Moreau (Connie Moreau, #18)
Marguerite Moreau, who played Connie, one half of the "Bash Brothers" romantic pairing, has maintained a steady acting career. She returned for a memorable cameo in *Game Changers* Season 2, reuniting with her former teammates. She continues to work in independent films and television, balancing her acting with family life.
6. Vincent LaRusso (Adam Banks, #22)
Vincent LaRusso played Adam Banks, the "Cake Eater" and most skilled player, who eventually joins the Ducks. While he returned for the Season 2 reunion, LaRusso has largely stepped away from acting. His primary career is now in business, demonstrating a successful transition out of the child acting spotlight.
7. Matt Doherty (Lester Averman, #4)
Lester Averman, the team's comedian and resident trash-talker, was played by Matt Doherty. Doherty also participated in the Season 2 reunion. Post-Ducks, he has appeared in various TV shows and films, including *Argo*, and maintains a presence in the acting world while also focusing on writing and directing.
8. Garette Ratliff Henson (Guy Germaine, #00)
Garette Ratliff Henson, Elden Henson's real-life brother, played Guy Germaine, the smooth-skating French-Canadian player. Like his co-stars, he returned for the Game Changers reunion. Henson has pursued a career in film editing and production behind the scenes in recent years, though he occasionally returns to acting.
The New Faces of Game Changers (Post-Cancellation)
The Disney+ series introduced a new generation of actors, but its cancellation after two seasons in 2023 means its stars are now rapidly moving on to new projects in 2025.
9. Lauren Graham (Alex Morrow)
Lauren Graham, famous for *Gilmore Girls*, was the lead of *Game Changers* as the devoted hockey mom Alex Morrow. After the show's cancellation, she remains one of TV's most recognizable stars, focusing on new television development and her successful career as an author. Her next major project is expected to be a return to a lead network or streaming role.
10. Brady Noon (Evan Morrow)
Brady Noon played Evan Morrow, the son of Alex and the co-founder of the new Ducks team. The young actor has quickly transitioned to other major projects. He is known for his role in the Hulu series *The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers* and has secured film roles, positioning him as a rising star in the post-Ducks era.
The enduring appeal of the "actors in The Mighty Ducks" is a testament to the film's lasting cultural impact. Whether they are reprising iconic roles in the MCU, directing major feature films, or bravely sharing their personal triumphs, the spirit of the Ducks continues to inspire their fans in 2025.
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