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Austin Butler

Austin Butler is an American actor who launched his career with roles on Disney Channel and Nickelodeon shows like Zoey 101. He transitioned to teen dramas such as Life Unexpected and Switched at Birth before gaining wider recognition in The Carrie Diaries and The Shannara Chronicles. Butler expanded his repertoire with a Broadway debut in The Iceman Cometh and a role in Quentin Tarantino's Once Upon a Time in Hollywood. He continues to establish himself as a prominent figure in the entertainment industry.

19 hours ago : Austin Butler in Ari Aster's Eddington: Trailer with Phoenix & Pascal Unveiled

The trailer for Ari Aster's 'Eddington', a COVID-era western comedy starring Joaquin Phoenix, Pedro Pascal, and Austin Butler, premiered, generating buzz for its unique premise and cast.

1986: Birth of Ashley Butler

In 1986, Austin Butler's older sister, Ashley, was born. She later worked as a background actress.

August 17, 1991: Austin Butler's Birth

On August 17, 1991, Austin Robert Butler was born in Anaheim, California.

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2005: First Regular Job on 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 and started taking his career seriously.

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May 2007: Guest Starring Role on Hannah Montana

In May 2007, Austin Butler secured a guest-starring role on the Disney Channel's Hannah Montana.

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2007: Role on Zoey 101 & Hannah Montana

In 2007, Austin Butler starred in Zoey 101 (2007-2008) and guest starred in Disney Channel series Hannah Montana as Derek Hanson.

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February 2008: Main Role on Zoey 101

In February 2008, Austin Butler landed a main role on Zoey 101.

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2008: Role on Zoey 101 & Cartoon Network

In 2008, Austin Butler continued his role on Zoey 101 and appeared in Cartoon Network's Out of Jimmy's Head.

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July 2009: Starring Role in Aliens in the Attic

In July 2009, Austin Butler starred in the film Aliens in the Attic.

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February 2010: Recurring role on Life Unexpected

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

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2010: Recurring role on Life Unexpected

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

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April 19, 2011: Sharpay's Fabulous Adventure DVD Release

On April 19, 2011, the film Sharpay's Fabulous Adventure, starring Austin Butler as Peyton Leverette, was released direct to DVD.

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June 27, 2011: Debut in Switched at Birth

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

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September 26, 2011: Release of The Bling Ring

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

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2011: Relationship with Vanessa Hudgens Begins

In 2011, Austin Butler began dating actress Vanessa Hudgens.

2011: Recurring Role in Switched at Birth

In 2011, Austin Butler secured a recurring role on the ABC Family series, Switched at Birth.

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January 2012: Guest-Starred on Are You There, Chelsea?

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

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March 2012: Cast in The Carrie Diaries

In March 2012, Austin Butler was cast in The CW's Sex and the City prequel series The Carrie Diaries as Sebastian Kydd.

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2012: Role in Switched at Birth

In 2012, Austin Butler appeared in Switched at Birth.

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2013: Starring in The Carrie Diaries

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

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April 2014: Joined the cast of Death of the Author

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

May 20, 2014: Previews for Death of the Author

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

2014: Starring in The Carrie Diaries

In 2014, Austin Butler continued to star in The Carrie Diaries.

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2014: Mother's Death

In 2014, Austin Butler's mother passed away from duodenal cancer, leading him to briefly consider retiring.

2015: Co-starred in The Intruders

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

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2016: Role in Yoga Hosers & The Shannara Chronicles

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

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2016: Starring in The Shannara Chronicles

In 2016, Austin Butler starred in The Shannara Chronicles.

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2017: Starring in The Shannara Chronicles

In 2017, Austin Butler continued his role in The Shannara Chronicles.

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March 2018: Previews for The Iceman Cometh began

In March 2018, previews began for The Iceman Cometh, where Austin Butler played Don Parritt.

July 2018: The Iceman Cometh closed

In July 2018, the limited run of The Iceman Cometh, featuring Austin Butler, closed on Broadway.

2018: Broadway Debut in The Iceman Cometh

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

2019: Appearance in Once Upon a Time in Hollywood & Cast as Elvis

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

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2019: End of relationship with Vanessa Hudgens

In 2019, Austin Butler ended his relationship with Vanessa Hudgens.

2019: Portrayal of Tex Watson in Once Upon a Time in Hollywood

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

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December 2021: Began Dating Kaia Gerber

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

2022: Portrayal of Elvis Presley in Elvis

In 2022, Austin Butler gained recognition for his portrayal of Elvis Presley in Baz Luhrmann's Elvis, earning him a Golden Globe and BAFTA Award.

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2022: Elvis Premieres at Cannes

In 2022, the film Elvis, starring Austin Butler as Elvis Presley, premiered at the Cannes Film Festival.

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June 2023: Invited to Join the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences

In June 2023, Austin Butler was invited to join the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences as an actor.

2023: Named one of Time's 100 Most Influential People

In 2023, Time magazine recognized Austin Butler as one of the 100 most influential people in the world.

2024: Split with Kaia Gerber

At the end of 2024, Austin Butler and Kaia Gerber ended their relationship.

2024: Starred in Masters of the Air and Dune: Part Two

In 2024, Austin Butler played Gale Cleven in Masters of the Air and Feyd-Rautha in Dune: Part Two.

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