Career Timeline of Liam Hemsworth: Major Achievements and Milestones
How Liam Hemsworth built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.
Liam Hemsworth is an Australian actor notable for his roles in both Australian television and American films. He gained early recognition in the soap opera *Neighbours* and the children's series *The Elephant Princess*. Hemsworth achieved widespread fame for his portrayal of Gale Hawthorne in *The Hunger Games* film series (2012-2015). Other prominent roles include Will Blakelee in *The Last Song* (2010) and Jake Morrison in *Independence Day: Resurgence* (2016), establishing him as a recognizable figure in Hollywood.
July 2007: Began filming episodes for Neighbours
During the week of 8 July 2007, Liam Hemsworth started filming episodes for "Neighbours", an Australian soap opera where he played the recurring character Josh Taylor from 2007 to 2008.
2008: Acting on The Elephant Princess
In 2008, Liam Hemsworth began acting on the children's television show "The Elephant Princess", playing the character Marcus.
March 2009: Moved to the United States
In March 2009, Liam Hemsworth moved to the United States to pursue his acting career, initially staying in the guest house of his brother Chris's manager before renting an apartment in Los Angeles.
March 2009: Moved to the States for Screen Tests
Liam Hemsworth moved to the States in March 2009 for screen tests for the film Thor.
2010: Hosted Nickelodeon Australian Kids' Choice Awards
In 2010, Liam Hemsworth hosted the Nickelodeon Australian Kids' Choice Awards and won the "Fave Kiss" category with Miley Cyrus.
2010: Landed role in The Last Song
In 2010, Liam Hemsworth landed the part of Will Blakelee in the drama "The Last Song", based on the Nicholas Sparks novel.
April 2011: Cast in "The Hunger Games"
On 4 April 2011, Lionsgate announced Liam Hemsworth as one of the leads, Gale Hawthorne, in "The Hunger Games".
June 2011: Attached to war drama Love and Honor
In June 2011, Liam Hemsworth became attached to war drama "Love and Honor", which also stars Aimee Teegarden and Teresa Palmer.
June 2012: Australians in Film Breakthrough Award
On 27 June 2012, Liam Hemsworth was presented with the Australians in Film Breakthrough Award for international success.
November 2013: The Hunger Games: Catching Fire released
In November 2013, Liam Hemsworth reprised his role as Gale Hawthorne in "The Hunger Games: Catching Fire".
November 2014: The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1 released
In November 2014, Liam Hemsworth reprised his role as Gale Hawthorne in "The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1".
2014: Filmed "The Dressmaker"
In the summer of 2014, Liam Hemsworth filmed "The Dressmaker" in Victoria.
November 2015: The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 2 released
In November 2015, Liam Hemsworth reprised his role as Gale Hawthorne in "The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 2".
2015: Starred in "The Hunger Games"
In 2015, Liam Hemsworth continued his role as Gale Hawthorne in "The Hunger Games" film series.
2016: Starred in "Independence Day: Resurgence"
In 2016, Liam Hemsworth starred as Jake Morrison in the American film "Independence Day: Resurgence".
November 2018: Home burned down in Woolsey Fire
In November 2018, Liam Hemsworth and Miley Cyrus's home burned down in the Woolsey Fire; they made a joint $500,000 donation to The Malibu Foundation.
2019: Starred in "Isn't It Romantic" and "Killerman"
In 2019, Liam Hemsworth played a fantasy version of a romantic comedy leading man in the film "Isn't It Romantic", and starred in the action crime film "Killerman".
October 2022: Replacing Henry Cavill in The Witcher
In October 2022, Netflix announced that Liam Hemsworth would be replacing Henry Cavill as Geralt of Rivia from the start of Season 4 of "The Witcher".
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