Malinger has since retired from acting, and has worked at a series of car dealerships in the Greater Los Angeles area. He also earned an Associate degree from Moorpark College.

Why did Ross Malinger retire from acting?

Best Life reports he preferred to follow his father's sales expertise than the producing and acting careers in his adult life. Malinger hasn't voiced any desire to return to acting, even if an intriguing role were to catch his attention.

How old was Ross Malinger in Sleepless in Seattle?

Sleepless in Seattle was the ninth acting credit for child star Ross Malinger, who was just 8 years old when the film was released.