Armand Douglas Hammer is an American actor who started his career with guest appearances on various television series. He landed his first leading role as Billy Graham in the 2008 film Billy: The Early Years. Hammer rose to greater prominence with his dual portrayal of the Winklevoss twins in David Fincher's 2010 biographical drama The Social Network, a performance that earned him the Toronto Film Critics Association Award for Best Supporting Actor.
August 28, 1986: Birth of Armie Hammer
Armie Hammer was born on August 28, 1986.
2006: Early Acting Roles
Armie Hammer began his professional acting career with small guest roles in various television series and a minor film role in 2006.
2007: Casting as Batman
Armie Hammer was chosen to play Batman in "Justice League: Mortal" in 2007, but the film was later canceled.
October 2008: Premiere of "Billy: The Early Years"
"Billy: The Early Years", starring Armie Hammer as Billy Graham, premiered in October 2008.
2008: Film Debut as Billy Graham
In 2008, Armie Hammer landed his first leading role as Billy Graham in the film "Billy: The Early Years".
2008: 2008 Mumbai Attacks
The 2008 Mumbai attacks, a real-world event depicted in the film "Hotel Mumbai", in which Hammer starred, took place.
2009: Role in "2081"
Armie Hammer played Harrison Bergeron in the film adaptation of Kurt Vonnegut's "2081", which premiered at the Seattle International Film Festival in 2009.
May 2010: Marriage to Elizabeth Chambers
Hammer married television personality Elizabeth Chambers in May 2010, after being introduced by their mutual friend, artist Tyler Ramsey. The couple went on to have two children.
2010: Breakthrough in "The Social Network"
Armie Hammer gained wider recognition in 2010 for his portrayal of the Winklevoss twins in "The Social Network", earning him critical acclaim.
2011: Portrayal of Clyde Tolson
Armie Hammer took on the role of Clyde Tolson in the biographical drama "J. Edgar" in 2011.
2011: Arrest for Marijuana Possession
Hammer was arrested at a U.S. Border Patrol checkpoint in West Texas in 2011 after marijuana was found in his vehicle. However, the El Paso attorney chose not to pursue charges as the amount was misdemeanor-level.
January 2012: Voice Role in "The Simpsons"
Armie Hammer lent his voice to the Winklevoss twins in an episode of "The Simpsons" titled "The D'oh-cial Network" in January 2012.
July 2013: Release of "The Lone Ranger"
"The Lone Ranger", featuring Armie Hammer in the title role, hit theaters in July 2013.
2013: Hammer Addresses 2011 Arrest
In 2013, Hammer publicly addressed his 2011 arrest, attributing it to a misunderstanding of state, interstate, and federal laws.
2013: Starring Role in "The Lone Ranger"
Armie Hammer starred as the title character in Disney's "The Lone Ranger" in 2013.
2015: Action Star in "The Man from U.N.C.L.E."
In 2015, Armie Hammer played Illya Kuryakin in the action film "The Man from U.N.C.L.E.".
January 2016: Securing Rights to Edgar Valdez Villarreal Story
In January 2016, it was revealed that Armie Hammer had secured the rights to produce a film about drug lord Edgar Valdez Villarreal.
May 2016: Production of "Call Me by Your Name"
In May 2016, production began for the film "Call Me by Your Name", in which Armie Hammer starred as Oliver opposite Timothée Chalamet.
April 2017: Alleged Assault
April 2017 is when the alleged sexual assault by Armie Hammer, of which he was accused in March 2021, is said to have taken place. Hammer denied the accusation through his legal team.
2017: "Call Me by Your Name" Release and Critical Acclaim
2017 saw the release of "Call Me by Your Name", which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival. The film garnered critical acclaim, with particular praise for Hammer's performance, his chemistry with Chalamet, and his ability to portray both swagger and vulnerability. He received nominations for a Critics' Choice Award, an Independent Spirit Award, and a Golden Globe for Best Supporting Actor. Hammer also narrated the audiobook version of the film's source material.
2017: Acclaim for "Call Me by Your Name"
Armie Hammer starred in "Call Me by Your Name" in 2017, earning him a Golden Globe nomination.
2017: Continued Success in Film
Hammer's work in film from 2017 to 2018 earned him the "Outstanding Achievement in Cinema" award from The SCAD Savannah Film Festival. This period saw him take on diverse roles in films like "Call Me by Your Name", "Final Portrait", and "Sorry to Bother You".
2017: Voice Acting and "Final Portrait"
In 2017, Hammer lent his voice to Disney-Pixar's "Cars 3", playing the main antagonist Jackson Storm. He also starred in "Final Portrait" alongside Geoffrey Rush, receiving positive reviews for his portrayal of American author James Lord.
June 2018: Broadway Debut
Hammer made his Broadway debut in June 2018, taking on the role of Drew in "Straight White Men" at Second Stage Theater.
September 7, 2018: "Hotel Mumbai" Premieres
On September 7, 2018, the thriller "Hotel Mumbai", in which Hammer starred, premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival. The film centers around the 2008 Mumbai attacks.
November 8, 2018: "On the Basis of Sex" Premieres
Hammer starred alongside Felicity Jones in "On the Basis of Sex", portraying Martin D. Ginsburg, the spouse of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. The film premiered on November 8, 2018, at the AFI Fest.
2018: Broadway Debut and Biopic Role
In 2018, Armie Hammer made his Broadway debut in "Straight White Men" and portrayed Martin D. Ginsburg in "On the Basis of Sex".
2019: "Wounds" Premieres at Sundance
Armie Hammer starred in the psychological horror film "Wounds" alongside Dakota Johnson. The film premiered at the Sundance Film Festival on January 26, 2019.
2019: Awards Recognition and Film Festival Premiere
In 2019, Hammer's film "Sorry to Bother You" won the National Board of Review's Top Ten Independent Films award and received accolades at the Independent Spirit Awards. He also starred in "Wounds", which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival on January 26.
July 10, 2020: Separation from Elizabeth Chambers
After ten years of marriage, Hammer and Elizabeth Chambers announced their separation via Instagram on July 10, 2020.
2020: Starring Role in "Rebecca"
Hammer took on the role of Maxim de Winter in Ben Wheatley's adaptation of "Rebecca", a Gothic romance novel by Daphne du Maurier. The film co-starred Lily James.
January 2021: Leaked Messages and Denial
Screenshots, alleged to be of text messages sent by Hammer to various women, surfaced on an anonymous Instagram account in January 2021. The messages contained references to sexual fantasies, which Hammer denied were real, characterizing the leak as an "online attack". His legal team subpoenaed Meta for messaging records, believing they would exonerate him, but reportedly received no response.
March 2021: Rape Accusation
In March 2021, the individual behind the initial Instagram allegations came forward publicly, accusing Hammer of raping her in April 2017. The LAPD had already initiated an investigation into Hammer, which didn't lead to indictments. Hammer's legal team denied the allegations, and Gloria Allred, the accuser's attorney, stopped representing her, with sources suggesting it was due to the accuser's refusal to sign a declaration under perjury.
December 2021: Removal from "Next Goal Wins"
Following sexual and emotional abuse allegations, Hammer's role in Taika Waititi's "Next Goal Wins" was recast, with Will Arnett taking his place. This highlighted the industry fallout Hammer experienced.
December 2021: LAPD Concludes Investigation
The LAPD concluded its investigation into the sexual assault allegations against Hammer in December 2021, submitting its findings to the L.A. County District Attorney.
2021: Abuse Allegations Surface
Multiple women accused Armie Hammer of abuse in 2021, leading to his removal from several projects and representation.
2021: Appearance in "Crisis"
Hammer appeared alongside Gary Oldman and Evangeline Lilly in "Crisis", a thriller that centers around the opioid crisis. This marked one of his last film appearances before abuse allegations surfaced.
April 2022: Attorney's Statement in Variety
In April 2022, Hammer's lawyer, Andrew Brettler, released a statement to Variety regarding the abuse allegations against him, marking a point where Hammer's legal team began more actively responding to the accusations.
2022: Role in "Death on the Nile"
Hammer was part of an ensemble cast for Kenneth Branagh's 2022 adaptation of Agatha Christie's "Death on the Nile".
2022: Life in the Cayman Islands
In 2022, Hammer was residing in the Cayman Islands to maintain proximity to his children with Chambers. During this time, he reportedly worked selling timeshares, following a previous stint as an apartment complex manager.
2022: Release of "House of Hammer"
The documentary miniseries "House of Hammer", which delves into the allegations against Hammer and the history of the Hammer family, was released in 2022, bringing further public attention to the accusations.
February 2023: Hammer Breaks His Silence
Armie Hammer broke his silence on the allegations against him in an interview with Air Mail published in February 2023. While denying criminal accusations and asserting the consensual nature of his BDSM activities, he admitted to emotional abuse in his relationships. He also alleged being sexually assaulted himself at 13 by a youth pastor.
May 2023: Los Angeles District Attorney's Office Declines to File Charges
In May 2023, following an investigation by the Los Angeles Police Department and a review by the Los Angeles District Attorney's office, it was decided that Armie Hammer would not face charges related to allegations of sexual assault. The authorities cited insufficient evidence as the reason for their decision.
May 2023: Conclusion of Investigation
In May 2023, the Los Angeles District Attorney's office and LAPD concluded their investigation, declining to file criminal charges against Armie Hammer due to insufficient evidence.
June 2023: Divorce Settlement
Hammer and Chambers reached a divorce settlement in June 2023, following their separation in 2020.
June 2024: Armie Hammer Addresses Allegations and Cayman Islands Move
In June 2024, Armie Hammer publicly addressed the allegations against him, expressing gratitude for the experiences and acknowledging the imbalanced power dynamics in his past relationships. He discussed his relocation to the Cayman Islands, suicidal thoughts, and plans to write a screenplay about his experiences.