History of Austin Butler in Timeline

Austin Butler is an American actor who started his career with roles on Disney Channel and Nickelodeon, including Zoey 101. He then transitioned to teen dramas like Life Unexpected and Switched at Birth. He gained further recognition for his starring roles in The Carrie Diaries and The Shannara Chronicles. In 2018, Butler made his Broadway debut in The Iceman Cometh. He also portrayed Tex Watson in Quentin Tarantino's film Once Upon a Time in Hollywood (2019), marking a transition into more mature roles.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

1986: Sister's Birth

In 1986, Ashley Butler was born, Austin Butler's older sister who would later work as a background actress with him.

August 17, 1991: Austin Butler's Birth

On August 17, 1991, Austin Robert Butler was born, marking the beginning of his life and future acting career.

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2005: Ned's Declassified School Survival Guide

In 2005, Austin Butler landed his first regular job as Zippy Brewster on Nickelodeon's Ned's Declassified School Survival Guide.

May 2007: Hannah Montana Guest Role

In May 2007, Austin Butler guest-starred on Disney Channel's Hannah Montana.

2007: Zoey 101

In 2007, Austin Butler gained roles on Disney Channel and Nickelodeon, most notably on Zoey 101.

February 2008: Main Role on Zoey 101

In February 2008, Austin Butler landed a main role as James Garrett on Nickelodeon's Zoey 101.

2008: Zoey 101

In 2008, Austin Butler continued his role on Zoey 101.

July 2009: Aliens in the Attic & Ruby & the Rockits

In July 2009, Austin Butler starred in Aliens in the Attic and ABC Family series Ruby & the Rockits.

February 2010: Life Unexpected recurring role

In February 2010, Austin Butler landed a recurring role as Jones on the CW series Life Unexpected.

2010: Life Unexpected

In 2010, Austin Butler had recurring parts on The CW's Life Unexpected.

April 19, 2011: Sharpay's Fabulous Adventure Release

On April 19, 2011, Sharpay's Fabulous Adventure, starring Austin Butler, was released direct to DVD.

June 27, 2011: Switched at Birth Debut

On June 27, 2011, Austin Butler debuted in the recurring role of Wilke on the ABC Family series Switched at Birth.

September 26, 2011: The Bling Ring Release

On September 26, 2011, the Lifetime television film The Bling Ring, starring Austin Butler, was released.

2011: Dated Vanessa Hudgens

From 2011, Austin Butler dated actress Vanessa Hudgens.

2011: Switched at Birth

In 2011, Austin Butler had recurring parts on Switched at Birth.

January 2012: Guest Star on Are You There, Chelsea?

In January 2012, Austin Butler guest-starred on the NBC comedy Are You There, Chelsea?

March 2012: Cast in The Carrie Diaries

In March 2012, Austin Butler was cast as Sebastian Kydd in The CW's The Carrie Diaries.

2012: Switched at Birth

In 2012, Austin Butler had recurring parts on Switched at Birth.

2013: The Carrie Diaries

In 2013, Austin Butler gained recognition for starring in The Carrie Diaries.

April 2014: Joined Cast of Death of the Author

In April 2014, it was announced that Austin Butler joined the cast of the play Death of the Author at the Geffen Playhouse in Los Angeles.

May 20, 2014: Death of the Author Previews

On May 20, 2014, previews for the play Death of the Author began at the Geffen Playhouse, featuring Austin Butler.

2014: The Carrie Diaries

In 2014, Austin Butler continued starring in The Carrie Diaries.

2014: Mother's Death

In 2014, Austin Butler's mother passed away from duodenal cancer.

2015: The Intruders

In 2015, Austin Butler co-starred with Miranda Cosgrove in the thriller film The Intruders.

2016: Yoga Hosers & The Shannara Chronicles

In 2016, Austin Butler appeared in Kevin Smith's Yoga Hosers and began playing Wil Ohmsford in The Shannara Chronicles.

2016: The Shannara Chronicles

In 2016, Austin Butler gained recognition for starring in The Shannara Chronicles.

2017: The Shannara Chronicles

In 2017, Austin Butler continued starring in The Shannara Chronicles.

March 2018: The Iceman Cometh previews begin

In March 2018, previews began for The Iceman Cometh, starring Austin Butler, on Broadway.

July 2018: The Iceman Cometh Closed

In July 2018, The Iceman Cometh, starring Austin Butler, closed on Broadway.

2018: Broadway Debut

In 2018, Austin Butler made his Broadway debut in the revival of The Iceman Cometh.

2019: Once Upon a Time in Hollywood and Elvis Casting

In 2019, Austin Butler appeared in Once Upon a Time in Hollywood as Tex Watson and was cast as Elvis Presley in the biopic Elvis.

2019: Once Upon a Time in Hollywood

In 2019, Austin Butler portrayed Tex Watson in Quentin Tarantino's film Once Upon a Time in Hollywood.

2019: Dated Vanessa Hudgens

Until 2019, Austin Butler dated actress Vanessa Hudgens.

December 2021: Began dating Kaia Gerber

In December 2021, Austin Butler began dating actress and model Kaia Gerber.

2022: Elvis

In 2022, Austin Butler gained wider recognition for his portrayal of Elvis Presley in Baz Luhrmann's Elvis, winning a Golden Globe and BAFTA Award, and was nominated for an Academy Award.