Peyton Roi List was born on April 6, 1998, in Baltimore, Maryland. She has two brothers, Spencer and Phoenix, both of whom are also actors. At a young age, her family moved to New York City, where she began her career as a child model and actress.
List’s acting career began with uncredited roles in films such as *Spider-Man 2* (2004) and *27 Dresses* (2008). She gained early recognition for her role as young Jane Nichols in *27 Dresses*. Her career continued with guest appearances on television shows and roles in independent films.
Peyton List achieved widespread recognition playing Emma Ross on the Disney Channel series *Jessie* (2011-2015). She reprised the role in the spin-off series *Bunk’d* (2015-2018), where she was a main cast member for the first three seasons. Her involvement with Disney Channel significantly raised her profile among young audiences.
Following her Disney Channel tenure, List transitioned to more mature acting roles. She starred as Olivia Richmond in the YouTube Premium series *Light as a Feather* (2018-2019). She played Tory Nichols in the Netflix series *Cobra Kai* (2019-2022), a role that garnered her critical acclaim and showcased her versatility as an actress.
In addition to her television work, List has appeared in several films, including: