History of Taylor Lautner in Timeline
Taylor Lautner is an American actor primarily recognized for his role as Jacob Black, a werewolf, in the popular 'Twilight Saga' film series (2008-2012). Throughout his career, he has received several awards, including Scream Awards, Teen Choice Awards, People's Choice Awards, and an MTV Movie Award, acknowledging his contributions to the entertainment industry.
February 11, 1992: Taylor Lautner's Birth
On February 11, 1992, Taylor Daniel Lautner was born. He is an American actor.
2001: First appearance in Shadow Fury
In 2001, Taylor Lautner first appeared in the made-for-television film, Shadow Fury.
2002: Move to Santa Clarita, California
In 2002, Taylor Lautner and his family moved to Santa Clarita, California, to pursue his acting career.
2003: Appearance at US Open ISKA World Martial Arts Championships
In 2003, Taylor Lautner appeared in an ISKA karate event, the US Open ISKA World Martial Arts Championships, televised on ESPN.
2003: Role in The Bernie Mac Show
In 2003, Taylor Lautner played a bit part in the comedy series The Bernie Mac Show.
2004: Role in My Wife and Kids
In 2004, Taylor Lautner played a bit part in the comedy series My Wife and Kids.
2005: Role in The Adventures of Sharkboy and Lavagirl in 3-D
In 2005, Taylor Lautner landed the role of Sharkboy in the film The Adventures of Sharkboy and Lavagirl in 3-D.
2006: Appearances 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: Cheap Seats Lampoon
In 2006, Taylor Lautner's appearance at the US Open ISKA World Martial Arts Championships was lampooned on the sports-comedy show Cheap Seats.
2007: Search for Jacob Black Actor
In 2007, filmmakers began searching for actors to portray Jacob Black in the Twilight film series.
January 2008: Open Casting Call for Twilight
In January 2008, an open casting call was held in Portland, Oregon for the role of Jacob Black in Twilight.
2008: Role in Twilight Saga Film Series
In 2008, Taylor Lautner gained recognition for playing Jacob Black in The Twilight Saga film series.
January 2009: Lautner Confirmed to Continue as Jacob Black
In January 2009, it was announced that Taylor Lautner would continue to play the role of Jacob Black in The Twilight Saga: New Moon after extensive weight training to maintain the role.
October 2009: Lautner began a romantic relationship with Taylor Swift
In October 2009, Taylor Lautner began dating his Valentine's Day co-star, Taylor Swift; the relationship ended later that year.
December 12, 2009: Hosted Saturday Night Live
On December 12, 2009, Taylor Lautner hosted Saturday Night Live, becoming one of the youngest celebrity hosts in the show's history.
December 2009: Lautner appears on the cover of Rolling Stone in a wet T-shirt, sparking controversy.
In December 2009, Taylor Lautner appeared on the cover of Rolling Stone magazine in a wet T-shirt. This appearance, along with an interview where he was questioned about his personal life, sparked controversy and criticism due to Lautner's age.
2009: Nomination at MTV Movie Awards
In 2009, Taylor Lautner was nominated for Male Breakthrough Performance at the MTV Movie Awards for his role in Twilight.
June 2010: Lautner covers GQ magazine.
In June 2010, Taylor Lautner was featured on the cover of GQ magazine. Additionally in 2010, Laura Ingraham satirically suggested Lautner as a mascot for the White House Easter Egg Roll, and he was ranked on multiple "Sexiest Men" and "Amazing Bodies" lists.
November 2010: Lautner began dating Lily Collins
In November 2010, Taylor Lautner started dating Lily Collins after they filmed Abduction together.
November 2010: Named as Future A-List Actor
In November 2010, The Hollywood Reporter named Taylor Lautner as one of the young male actors who are being pushed into taking over Hollywood as the new "A-List".
2010: Highest-Paid Teen Actor
In 2010, Taylor Lautner was considered the highest-paid teen actor in Hollywood.
2010: Appearance in Valentine's Day
In 2010, Taylor Lautner was part of the ensemble cast in the movie Valentine's Day, acting alongside Taylor Swift. They were also nominated at the 2010 MTV Movie Awards for Best Kiss.
2010: Ranked on Sexiest Men and Amazing Bodies Lists
In 2010, Taylor Lautner was ranked second on Glamour's "The 50 Sexiest Men of 2010" list and fourth on People's "Most Amazing Bodies" list. He was also named the highest-paid teenage actor in Hollywood that year.
September 2011: Lautner and Lily Collins split
In September 2011, Taylor Lautner and Lily Collins ended their relationship.
September 2011: Release of Abduction
In September 2011, Taylor Lautner's film Abduction was released, receiving universally negative reviews.
2011: Starred in Abduction
In 2011, Taylor Lautner starred in the action film Abduction, performing almost all of his own stunts.
2011: Companies Bidding for Lautner would "shell out for the young actor's much-on-display though mostly untried abs."
In 2011, The Wrap stated that companies bidding for Taylor Lautner in movies would "shell out for the young actor's much-on-display though mostly untried abs," highlighting the media attention on his physique.
2012: End of Twilight Saga
In 2012, Taylor Lautner concluded his role as Jacob Black in The Twilight Saga film series.
2012: Teen Choice Award for Abduction
In 2012, Taylor Lautner won a Teen Choice Award for Choice Action Actor for his role in Abduction.
September 2013: Release of Grown Ups 2
In September 2013, Taylor Lautner's film Grown Ups 2 was released.
2013: Appeared in Grown Ups 2
In 2013, Taylor Lautner appeared in the comedy film Grown Ups 2.
2013: Lautner was in a relationship with Marie Avgeropoulos.
In 2013, Taylor Lautner began a relationship with Canadian actress and Tracers co-star Marie Avgeropoulos. The relationship lasted until 2015.
2015: Starred in Tracers and The Ridiculous 6
In 2015, Taylor Lautner starred in the action film Tracers and the comedy film The Ridiculous 6.
2015: Lautner was in a relationship with Marie Avgeropoulos.
Taylor Lautner was in a relationship with Marie Avgeropoulos until 2015.
December 2016: Co-starred on Scream Queens
From September to December 2016, Taylor Lautner co-starred on the Ryan Murphy comedy horror series Scream Queens.
December 2016: Lautner began dating Billie Lourd
In December 2016, Taylor Lautner began dating Billie Lourd, his Scream Queens co-star.
July 2017: Lautner and Billie Lourd split
In July 2017, Taylor Lautner and Billie Lourd ended their relationship.
2018: Lautner started dating Taylor "Tay" Dome
In 2018, Taylor Lautner began dating Taylor "Tay" Dome, a nurse from California.
November 11, 2022: Lautner married Taylor "Tay" Dome in California.
On November 11, 2022, Taylor Lautner married Taylor "Tay" Dome in California. Dome took Lautner's last name, becoming Taylor Lautner.
July 7, 2023: Appearance in Taylor Swift's "I Can See You" Music Video
On July 7, 2023, Taylor Lautner appeared onstage after singer Taylor Swift premiered a new music video for the song "I Can See You" at the Eras Tour in Kansas City. The video stars Lautner, Joey King, and Presley Cash.
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