Rumors surrounding Kylie Cantrall and Malia Baker have taken over TikTok, YouTube, and social media, leaving many Descendants fans wondering whether the two Disney stars are actually feuding.
From speculation about social media activity to viral fan theories, here’s everything we know—and just as importantly, what hasn’t been confirmed.
Why Are Fans Talking About Kylie Cantrall and Malia Baker?
The speculation appears to have started after fans noticed changes in the actresses’ social media activity, including claims that Kylie Cantrall unfollowed Malia Baker on Instagram. Those observations quickly sparked rumors that the Descendants co-stars had experienced a falling out.
Since then, videos and posts discussing a possible feud have generated millions of views across TikTok and YouTube.
However, neither Kylie Cantrall nor Malia Baker has publicly confirmed that they are involved in any personal drama or feud. Many of the claims circulating online are based on fan speculation rather than verified statements.
What Has Actually Been Confirmed?
At this time:
Neither actress has publicly addressed rumors of a feud. Disney has not commented on the speculation. There is no confirmed evidence explaining why fans believe their friendship changed.
Much of the conversation online centers around interpretations of social media activity rather than confirmed facts. As a result, it’s important to distinguish speculation from verified information.
Their Friendship Once Seemed Strong
Ironically, before the recent rumors, Kylie Cantrall frequently spoke about how close she and Malia Baker became while filming Descendants: The Rise of Red.
In an interview with Entertainment Weekly, Cantrall said meeting Baker felt like “love at first sight” as friends. She revealed they had connected on Instagram before filming, bonded during chemistry reads, and became instant best friends while training together in Atlanta. She even recalled telling casting directors Baker was the perfect choice for Chloe.
Those comments made the recent online speculation even more surprising for longtime fans.
Both Stars Are Returning for the Next ‘Descendants’ Movie
Despite the rumors, both actresses remain attached to Disney’s next installment in the franchise.
Disney has confirmed that Kylie Cantrall will return as Red, while Malia Baker reprises her role as Chloe in the upcoming sequel, Descendants: Wicked Wonderland (the fifth Descendants film).
The actresses also reunited publicly during Disney’s 2026 Upfront presentation alongside other cast members while promoting the upcoming movie.
Did Malachi Barton Cause the Rumored Fallout?
One of the biggest fan theories surrounding the rumored tension between Kylie Cantrall and Malia Baker involves fellow Disney star Malachi Barton.
According to widespread speculation on TikTok, Threads, Reddit, Instagram, and YouTube, Kylie and Malachi were rumored to have been romantically involved before allegedly ending their relationship. Fans then claimed Malachi later began dating Malia Baker, leading some to speculate that it created tension between the two Descendants stars.
Some online posts have also suggested the rumored relationship timeline involved other Disney stars, fueling even more discussion across social media. However, none of these claims have been officially confirmed by Kylie Cantrall, Malia Baker, or Malachi Barton.
Because the three actors have not publicly addressed the rumors in detail, much of the narrative circulating online remains based on fan theories, social media observations, and alleged relationship timelines rather than verified statements.
Interestingly, despite the speculation, Kylie, Malia, and Malachi have continued participating in Disney promotional events connected to the Descendants and Zombies franchises, including the Descendants/Zombies: Worlds Collide campaign.
The Bottom Line
While many fans believe Malachi Barton is at the center of the rumored drama, there is no public confirmation from any of the three actors that a love triangle or friendship fallout occurred. Until one of them speaks directly about the situation, the rumors should be treated as speculation rather than established fact.
Should Fans Believe the Rumors?
At this point, fans should approach many viral claims with caution.
Social media videos often present theories as fact without supporting evidence, and online activity alone doesn’t necessarily reveal the true nature of a relationship.
Until Kylie Cantrall or Malia Baker choose to speak publicly about the speculation, there is no confirmed explanation for the rumored drama.
The Bottom Line
Rumors about Kylie Cantrall and Malia Baker continue circulating online, but there is currently no verified confirmation that the two Descendants stars are feuding.
What is confirmed is that both actresses remain part of Disney’s growing Descendants franchise, and fans can look forward to seeing Red and Chloe reunite on screen in Descendants: Wicked Wonderland.
Until either star comments publicly, much of the discussion remains speculation rather than established fact.
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