Career Timeline of Taylor Lautner: Major Achievements and Milestones

How Taylor Lautner built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Taylor Lautner is an American actor famous for his role as Jacob Black, a werewolf, in the Twilight Saga film series (2008-2012). He has received numerous awards for his work, including Scream Awards, Teen Choice Awards, People's Choice Awards, and an MTV Movie Award. Lautner's portrayal of Jacob Black significantly boosted his career, making him a popular figure in pop culture and entertainment.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2001: Appearing in Shadow Fury

In 2001, Taylor Lautner first appeared in the made-for-television film, Shadow Fury.

2003: Appearing in ISKA karate event televised on ESPN

In 2003, Taylor Lautner appeared in an ISKA karate event televised on ESPN.

2003: Acting in The Bernie Mac Show

In 2003, Taylor Lautner began his acting career by playing bit parts in comedy series, including The Bernie Mac Show.

2004: Acting in My Wife and Kids

In 2004, Taylor Lautner continued his acting career by playing bit parts in comedy series, including My Wife and Kids.

2005: Landing Role in The Adventures of Sharkboy and Lavagirl in 3-D

In 2005, Taylor Lautner had a big break when he landed the role of Sharkboy in the film The Adventures of Sharkboy and Lavagirl in 3-D. Also in 2005, he starred in Cheaper by the Dozen 2.

2006: Appearing in Love Inc. and He's a Bully, Charlie Brown

In 2006 Taylor Lautner appeared in the show Love Inc. and the TV special He's a Bully, Charlie Brown.

2006: ISKA karate event lampooned on the sports-comedy show Cheap Seats

In 2006, an ISKA karate event that Taylor Lautner had appeared in was lampooned on the sports-comedy show Cheap Seats.

2007: Filmmakers Search for Jacob Black Actor

In 2007, filmmakers began a search for actors to portray Jacob Black in Twilight.

January 2008: Open Casting Call Held in Portland, Oregon

In January 2008, an open casting call was held in Portland, Oregon, for the role of Jacob Black in Twilight. Taylor Lautner auditioned and read lines with Kristen Stewart.

January 2009: Announcement of Lautner Continuing as Jacob Black

In January 2009, Chris Weitz and Summit Entertainment announced that Taylor Lautner would continue to play the role of Jacob Black in The Twilight Saga: New Moon, after Lautner weight-trained extensively.