Austin Butler
Actor • Musician • Performer
Biography & Career Highlights
Austin Butler is an American actor and musician best known for his portrayal of Elvis Presley in Baz Luhrmann’s 2022 biopic Elvis, which earned him widespread acclaim and a Golden Globe Award for Best Actor.
Early Life & Education
Born on August 17, 1991, in Anaheim, California, Butler began acting as a teenager after being discovered by a talent scout. He was homeschooled through high school and developed an early passion for music, teaching himself guitar and piano.
- Early Career Start: Began his career on Nickelodeon and Disney Channel, appearing in shows like Ned’s Declassified School Survival Guide and Hannah Montana.
- Transition to Film: Quickly evolved from teen roles to more mature performances, landing parts in Switched at Birth and The Carrie Diaries.
Career Milestones
Butler’s career took a meteoric rise following his intense and transformative performance in Elvis.
- Elvis (2022): His portrayal of Elvis Presley received global critical acclaim, earning him a Golden Globe and an Oscar nomination for Best Actor.
- Dune: Part Two (2024): Starred as the menacing Feyd-Rautha Harkonnen in Denis Villeneuve’s sci-fi epic sequel.
- Once Upon a Time in Hollywood: Appeared as Tex Watson in Quentin Tarantino’s Academy Award–winning film.
Personal Life
Austin is known for his deep dedication to his roles and a private, grounded personality. He has been in a relationship with model Kaia Gerber since 2021. In interviews, Butler often credits his late mother for inspiring his passion for performance.
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