Field Adrianus Cate (born July 22, 1997) is an American actor and musician. He is best known his main role portraying young Ned in the

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'' (2007–2009). He is currently lead singer and guitarist of American rock trio Fencer.

Career

Cate turned professional at the age of five, doing improvisational comedy, independent films, commercials, and other work. He also appears in

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of " Song to Say Goodbye". He worked in guest roles on various television series including ''

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'' and ''

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''. His most notable role was as Young Ned on ABC's ''

'' becoming a regular cast member in season 2 and earning a Young Artist Award nomination in 2008. Raised a vegetarian, Cate spoke out on behalf of animal rights group

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. He also supported groups such as Mattel Children's Hospital and served as a StarPower Ambassador for

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. In May 2017, his band Fencer released their first EP, ''With''; and in February 2019, they released a music video for their single "Junebug." Their second EP, ''Growing Up Selfish'', was released on November 1st, 2019.

Filmography

Television

References

External links

* * {{DEFAULTSORT:Cate, Field American male child actors 1997 births Living people People from Burlington, Vermont 21st-century American male actors