Taylor Lautner began acting in 2001, appearing in the made-for-television film Shadow Fury. Taylor Lautner subsequently had roles on the series Summerland, The Bernie Mac Show, and My Wife and Kids. Taylor Lautner also appeared in a number of other television shows and movies, including The Nick & Jessica Variety Hour. Taylor Lautner appeared as himself in America's Most Talented Kids, putting on an exhibition of his Martial Arts skills. In addition to television, Taylor Lautner has been very successful in voice-over work. Taylor Lautner has booked a recurring role as Youngblood on the cartoon Danny Phantom, and has recorded episodes of What's New, Scooby-Doo? and He's a Bully, Charlie Brown.Taylor Lautner has also been booked as a series regular on a pilot presentation called Which Way Is Up?, in addition to voicing the character of Silas in the animated series Silas and Brittany.