Jacob Elordi

Jacob Elordi, born on 26 June 1997, is a talented actor from Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. After relocating to Los Angeles in 2017 to chase his acting dreams, he quickly gained popularity for his role as Noah Flynn in the Netflix film series The Kissing Booth from 2018 to 2021. In addition, he is well-known for portraying Nate Jacobs, a troubled high school athlete, in HBO's acclaimed series Euphoria, which began airing in 2019. In 2023, he took on prominent roles as Elvis Presley in the biopic Priscilla and as a wealthy university student in Saltburn. His performance in Saltburn earned him a nomination for the prestigious BAFTA Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role.

Early Life

Elordi was raised in a working-class family by his mother Melissa, who was a stay-at-home mom and cafeteria worker, and his father John, a house painter. He has one older brother and three older sisters. John's family immigrated from the Basque Country when he was eight years old. Elordi's interest in acting blossomed during his school years. He began performing in musicals at age 12 and later took acting classes. Inspired by actors like Heath Ledger, he pursued acting as a career.

While initially playing rugby, a back injury shifted his focus from sports to acting. He read Waiting for Godot in a theater class at 15, describing acting as his new passion. Encouraged by his mother, he sought to emulate famous actors, diving deeper into the craft by studying their biographies and performances. After high school, he attended acting school in Melbourne and moved to the United States in 2017 to seek opportunities in the entertainment industry.

Career

Elordi's Hollywood journey began with a small role as an extra in Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales. His first significant acting role came in the Australian film Swinging Safari in 2018. His breakout moment arrived when he starred in The Kissing Booth, which became a massive hit despite mixed reviews from critics, quickly establishing him as a fan favorite.

He reprised his role in two sequels, The Kissing Booth 2 and The Kissing Booth 3, despite expressing reservations about the films. After the first movie, he moved to Los Angeles, where he faced challenges auditioning for roles while struggling financially. He eventually landed the part of Nate Jacobs in Euphoria, a role that showcased his range as an actor and garnered critical acclaim.

During this period, he also appeared in the horror anthology The Mortuary Collection and starred in the romantic drama 2 Hearts. In 2022, he took on a role in the erotic thriller Deep Water.

In 2023, Elordi starred in The Sweet East and the crime thriller He Went That Way, adding to his growing filmography. His portrayal of Elvis Presley in Priscilla received widespread praise, and he continued to impress audiences in Saltburn, where he played Felix Catton, a role that solidified his status as a rising star.

Looking ahead, Elordi is set to host an episode of Saturday Night Live and has two exciting projects in the works for 2024. He will star in a miniseries adaptation of the novel The Narrow Road to the Deep North and will portray Frankenstein’s monster in a Netflix adaptation directed by Guillermo del Toro.

Public Image

By the early 2020s, Elordi established himself as a heartthrob among Generation Z, noted for his striking looks and remarkable height of 6 feet 5 inches. His relationships, including those with co-stars and models, have attracted significant media attention. Elordi has also been involved in various brand partnerships, serving as the face of Hugo Boss's fragrance and becoming a global ambassador for TAG Heuer.

In February 2024, he faced scrutiny after an alleged incident with a radio producer, which is currently under investigation. Despite this, his career continues to flourish as he secures major roles and captivates audiences worldwide.