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'''Kellan Christopher Lutz''' (born March 15, 1985) is an American fashion model, and film and television actor, who is best known for playing [[Emmett Cullen]] in the [[The Twilight Saga (film series)|''Twilight Saga'' film series]]. |
'''Kellan Christopher Lutz''' (born March 15, 1985) is an American fashion model, and film and television actor, who is best known for playing [[Emmett Cullen]] in the [[The Twilight Saga (film series)|''Twilight Saga'' film series]]. |
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==Early life== |
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Lutz is the middle child with one sister and six brothers. He was born in [[Dickinson, North Dakota]], and was raised throughout North Dakota, the Midwest, and Arizona. After graduating from high school he moved to California to attend [[Chapman University]] for chemical engineering, but later decided to pursue an acting career instead.<ref name="Radish">{{cite news|first=Christina |last=Radish |url=http://www.mediablvd.com/magazine/the_news/celebrity/kellan_lutz_and_his_high_profile_projects_200808081250.html |title=Kellan Lutz and His High Profile Projects |date=August 8, 2008 |work=Media Blvd Magazine |accessdate=August 18, 2008}}</ref> |
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==Career== |
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Kellan Lutz | |
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 Lutz in Malibu, California, August 23, 2008 | |
| Born | Kellan Christopher Lutz March 15, 1985 |
| Occupation(s) | Actor, model |
| Years active | 1999–present |
| Website | http://www.kellanlutz.com/index.html |
Kellan Christopher Lutz (born March 15, 1985) is an American fashion model, and film and television actor, who is best known for playing Emmett Cullen in the Twilight Saga film series.
Early life
Lutz is the middle child with one sister and six brothers. He was born in Dickinson, North Dakota, and was raised throughout North Dakota, the Midwest, and Arizona. After graduating from high school he moved to California to attend Chapman University for chemical engineering, but later decided to pursue an acting career instead.[1]
Career
Lutz has acted on a number of television shows. He had recurring roles on Model Citizens and The Comeback, and smaller roles in episodes of The Bold and the Beautiful, CSI: NY, Summerland, Six Feet Under, CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, and Heroes. He was also in the films Stick It, Accepted, and Prom Night. Additionally, Lutz has performed on the California stage and was the host of Bravo's Blow Out. He also appeared in the 2006 commercial for Hilary Duff's fragrance With Love... Hilary Duff, and in the 2007 music video for her single, "With Love".[2] In 2008, he appeared in another music video, Hinder's "Without You".[3] In the same year, Lutz also appeared in the miniseries Generation Kill, based on the book by Evan Wright.
Lutz played Emmett Cullen in the film adaptations of the Twilight saga by Stephenie Meyer and reprised his role for the sequel, released in November 2009.[4][5] He also appeared as George Evans in the 90210 spinoff on The CW.[6] Lutz will be reuniting with his Twilight co-star and close friend, Ashley Greene, in the film A Warrior's Heart.[7] Lutz also appeared in A Nightmare on Elm Street as Dean, "a well-liked, well-off high school jock", in April 2010,[8] and as the feisty Poseidon, God of the Sea in Immortals (2011).[9] Lutz is one of the candidates for the lead role in the upcoming film Hansel and Gretel: Witch Hunters.[10] He was considered for the lead role in Conan the Barbarian but eventually lost out to Jason Momoa.[11]
In 2011, together with Mickey Rourke, Kellan Lutz is starring Java Heat movies in Indonesia.[12]
Lutz is currently signed with Ford Models.[13] He is one of the models featured in the 2010 Calvin Klein X underwear campaign.[14]
Personal life
In Lutz's free time, he likes to take part in extreme skateboarding, weight training, track, baseball, basketball, lacrosse, swimming, tennis, racquetball, badminton, snow skiing, snowboarding, dance, and numerous other activities.[15] He also has a passion for horror films, and prefers to perform his own stunts when making films.[16]
Lutz supports animal charity PETA and stars in a video supporting the adoption of animals instead of buying them.[17]
Lutz is also a supporter of rebuilding efforts in New Orleans, in particular with St. Bernard Project.[18]
Filmography
Films
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Stick It | Frank | |
| 2006 | Accepted | Dwayne | |
| 2007 | Ghosts of Goldfield | Chad | Direct-to-video |
| 2008 | Prom Night | Rick Leland | |
| 2008 | Deep Winter | Mark Rider | |
| 2008 | Twilight | Emmett Cullen | |
| 2009 | The Forgotten Ones | Jake | Direct-to-video |
| 2009 | The Twilight Saga: New Moon | Emmett Cullen | Teen Choice Award for Scene Stealer - Male[citation needed] |
| 2010 | Meskada | Eddie Arlinger | |
| 2010 | A Nightmare on Elm Street | Dean Russel | Cameo |
| 2010 | The Twilight Saga: Eclipse | Emmett Cullen | Teen Choice Award for Scene Stealer - Male[citation needed] |
| 2010 | Love, Wedding, Marriage | Charlie | |
| 2011 | Arena | David Lord | |
| 2011 | A Warrior's Heart | Conor Sullivan | |
| 2011 | Immortals | Poseidon | |
| 2011 | Guardians of Luna | Carson Stone | filming |
| 2011 | The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 1 | Emmett Cullen | |
| 2012 | The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 2 | Emmett Cullen | post-production |
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | Model Citizens | himself | |
| 2004 | The Bold and the Beautiful | Rob | Episode #1.4409 |
| 2005 | CSI: NY | Alex Hopper | Episode: "Tri-Borough" |
| 2005 | Six Feet Under | Critter | Episode: "Hold My Hand" |
| 2005 | Summerland | Fordie | Episodes: "Safe House"; "The Space Between Us" |
| 2005 | The Comeback | Chris MacNess | 13 episodes |
| 2007 | CSI: Crime Scene Investigation | Chris Mullins | "Empty Eyes" |
| 2007 | Heroes | Andy | "Five Years Gone" |
| 2008 | Generation Kill | Cpl Jason Lilley | Miniseries |
| 2008–2009 | 90210 | George Evans | 6 episodes |
| 2009 | Valley Peaks | Kyle McBride | Episodes: "Welcome to the VP"; "Motorcycle Free or Die Hard" |
References
- ^ Radish, Christina (August 8, 2008). "Kellan Lutz and His High Profile Projects". Media Blvd Magazine. Retrieved August 18, 2008.
- ^ Elliot, Stuart (December 18, 2006). "Woman of a Scent". The New York Times. Retrieved May 4, 2008.
- ^ Carroll, Larry (November 4, 2008). "Twilight Tuesday: Kellan Lutz Talks "Hinder" Video, "Coolest Guy Ever" Emmett Cullen". MTV. Retrieved December 17, 2008.
- ^ Carroll, Larry (March 13, 2008). "Twilight Film's First Family Revealed: Peter Facinelli, Elizabeth Reaser Lead Cullen Clan". MTV. Retrieved February 21, 2008.
- ^ Carroll, Larry (March 9, 2009). "Twilight Actor Kellan Lutz Talks New Moon Casting Rumors". MTV. Retrieved March 12, 2009.
- ^ "90210 Adds Vixen, Lacrosse Jock".
- ^ Carroll, Larry (December 19, 2008). "Twilight Siblings Ashley Greene And Kellan Lutz Reunite As Love Interests In Warrior". MTV. Retrieved December 19, 2008.
- ^ Adam Vary (April 23, 2009). "Twilight star Kellan Lutz in final talks to join A Nightmare on Elm Street". Entertainment Weekly. Retrieved May 3, 2009. [dead link]
- ^ Dave McNary (March 22, 2010). "Kellan Lutz is one of Relativity's 'Gods'". Variety. Retrieved March 24, 2010.
{{cite web}}: Italic or bold markup not allowed in:|publisher=(help) - ^ Could Some Twilight Kids Be Heading to the Forest for Hansel and Gretel: Witch Hunters?
- ^ New Moon Actor Kellan Lutz Confirms Conan Consideration
- ^ "As budding film location, RI eyes further tourism boon". November 15, 2011.
- ^ Kellan Lutz
- ^ "X Mark Your Spot". March 26, 2010.
- ^ "Official Kellan Lutz Website".
- ^ Tom Blunt (2008-06-10). "Twilight's Kellan Lutz Likes Making Movies His Mom Can't Watch". AMC. Retrieved 2009-01-26.
- ^ "Kellan Lutz". Peta Tv. Retrieved 2011-12-31.
- ^ "Kellan Lutz And The St. Bernard Project In New Orleans-Gossip Teen". Gossipteen.com. 2010-08-31. Retrieved 2011-12-31.
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