Daniel Tay, child star of 'Elf,' shifts focus to education after acting career

Daniel Tay, who played Buddy's brother Michael in the 2003 film "Elf," has not acted in recent years. After "Elf," his last credited roles were in 2009, including voice work for "American Dad" and "Grand Theft Auto IV." Now 33, Tay has shifted his focus to education. He studied economics at Yale and currently works for Veritas Prep, a company that helps students prepare for college entrance exams. His profile at Veritas Prep still lists him as an actor and writer, suggesting a possible return to acting in the future.