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Austin Robert Butler was born in Anaheim, California, to Lori Anne (née Howell) Butler and David Butler. His early life was marked by a love for the arts, encouraged by his supportive family.
Early Television Roles
2005-2007
Butler began his acting career with small roles in television shows such as "Ned's Declassified School Survival Guide", "Hannah Montana", and "iCarly". These early appearances helped him gain valuable experience and exposure in the industry.
Breakthrough Role in "Zoey 101"
2007-2008
Butler's breakthrough came with the role of James Garrett on the Nickelodeon series "Zoey 101". This opportunity provided him with a platform to showcase his acting abilities to a broader audience.
Recurring Roles in Teen Dramas
2010-2012
Butler appeared in recurring roles on teen dramas such as "Life Unexpected" and "Switched at Birth". These roles further solidified his status as a rising star in the entertainment industry.
Main Role in "The Carrie Diaries"
2013-2014
Butler played the main role of Sebastian Kydd in the CW series "The Carrie Diaries". His portrayal demonstrated his ability to capture complex characters and connect with audiences.
Starring Role in "The Shannara Chronicles"
2016-2017
Butler starred as Wil Ohmsford in the fantasy series "The Shannara Chronicles". This role gave him more to work with, showcasing his versatility as an actor.
Broadway Debut in "The Iceman Cometh"
2018
Butler made his Broadway debut playing Don Parritt in the revival of Eugene O’Neill’s "The Iceman Cometh". His performance received rave reviews from critics and marked a significant career shift.
Supporting Roles in "Once Upon a Time in Hollywood" and "The Dead Don’t Die"
2019
Butler appeared in supporting roles in Quentin Tarantino’s "Once Upon a Time in Hollywood" and Jim Jarmusch’s "The Dead Don’t Die". These roles further established him as a versatile actor capable of handling diverse roles.
Critical Acclaim for "Elvis"
2022
Butler portrayed Elvis Presley in Baz Luhrmann’s biopic "Elvis". His captivating performance garnered rave reviews from critics and earned him numerous award nominations, including an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor.
Role in "The Bikeriders"
2023
Butler played Benny in the crime drama "The Bikeriders". This role continued his upward trend in the film industry, showcasing his ability to portray complex characters.
Roles in "Masters of the Air" and "Dune: Part Two"
2024
Butler starred as Gale Cleven in the war drama miniseries "Masters of the Air" and played Feyd-Rautha Harkonnen in Denis Villeneuve’s "Dune: Part Two". These roles further cemented his status as a leading actor in Hollywood.
Brief
Known For
Portraying Elvis Presley in Baz Luhrmann's "Elvis" (2022), starring in "The Carrie Diaries" (2013–2014) and "The Shannara Chronicles" (2016–2017), and roles in "Dune: Part Two" (2024) and "Masters of the Air" (2024).
Bio Dates and Places
Born Date: August 17, 1991.
Born Place: Anaheim, California, U.S.
Career
Current occupation: Actor.
Past occupations: Child actor on Disney Channel and Nickelodeon.
Previous Place of Work: Disney Channel, Nickelodeon, Broadway (The Iceman Cometh).
Achievements and Recognition
Awards: Golden Globe Award, BAFTA Award, nominated for Academy Award for Best Actor, named one of the 100 most influential people in the world by Time magazine in 2023.
Wikipedia Article
Welcome to the Austin Butler Hub! This community hub — built on top of and serving as a companion to the Wikipedia article — lets you discuss, collect, and organize everything related to Austin Butler.
Austin Robert Butler was born in Anaheim, California, to Lori Anne (née Howell) Butler and David Butler. His early life was marked by a love for the arts, encouraged by his supportive family.
Early Television Roles
2005-2007
Butler began his acting career with small roles in television shows such as "Ned's Declassified School Survival Guide", "Hannah Montana", and "iCarly". These early appearances helped him gain valuable experience and exposure in the industry.
Breakthrough Role in "Zoey 101"
2007-2008
Butler's breakthrough came with the role of James Garrett on the Nickelodeon series "Zoey 101". This opportunity provided him with a platform to showcase his acting abilities to a broader audience.
Recurring Roles in Teen Dramas
2010-2012
Butler appeared in recurring roles on teen dramas such as "Life Unexpected" and "Switched at Birth". These roles further solidified his status as a rising star in the entertainment industry.
Main Role in "The Carrie Diaries"
2013-2014
Butler played the main role of Sebastian Kydd in the CW series "The Carrie Diaries". His portrayal demonstrated his ability to capture complex characters and connect with audiences.
Starring Role in "The Shannara Chronicles"
2016-2017
Butler starred as Wil Ohmsford in the fantasy series "The Shannara Chronicles". This role gave him more to work with, showcasing his versatility as an actor.
Broadway Debut in "The Iceman Cometh"
2018
Butler made his Broadway debut playing Don Parritt in the revival of Eugene O’Neill’s "The Iceman Cometh". His performance received rave reviews from critics and marked a significant career shift.
Supporting Roles in "Once Upon a Time in Hollywood" and "The Dead Don’t Die"
2019
Butler appeared in supporting roles in Quentin Tarantino’s "Once Upon a Time in Hollywood" and Jim Jarmusch’s "The Dead Don’t Die". These roles further established him as a versatile actor capable of handling diverse roles.
Critical Acclaim for "Elvis"
2022
Butler portrayed Elvis Presley in Baz Luhrmann’s biopic "Elvis". His captivating performance garnered rave reviews from critics and earned him numerous award nominations, including an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor.
Role in "The Bikeriders"
2023
Butler played Benny in the crime drama "The Bikeriders". This role continued his upward trend in the film industry, showcasing his ability to portray complex characters.
Roles in "Masters of the Air" and "Dune: Part Two"
2024
Butler starred as Gale Cleven in the war drama miniseries "Masters of the Air" and played Feyd-Rautha Harkonnen in Denis Villeneuve’s "Dune: Part Two". These roles further cemented his status as a leading actor in Hollywood.
Brief
Known For
Portraying Elvis Presley in Baz Luhrmann's "Elvis" (2022), starring in "The Carrie Diaries" (2013–2014) and "The Shannara Chronicles" (2016–2017), and roles in "Dune: Part Two" (2024) and "Masters of the Air" (2024).
Bio Dates and Places
Born Date: August 17, 1991.
Born Place: Anaheim, California, U.S.
Career
Current occupation: Actor.
Past occupations: Child actor on Disney Channel and Nickelodeon.
Previous Place of Work: Disney Channel, Nickelodeon, Broadway (The Iceman Cometh).
Achievements and Recognition
Awards: Golden Globe Award, BAFTA Award, nominated for Academy Award for Best Actor, named one of the 100 most influential people in the world by Time magazine in 2023.
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