Brenton Thwaites

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Brenton Thwaites
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(35 y.o.)
Place of birth:
Cairns, Australia
Height:
6'2 ft ()
Weight:
218 lb (99 kg)
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Biography of Brenton Thwaites

Brenton Thwaites, an Australian actor, shot to fame with his starring roles in the films "The Signal", "The Giver", and "Gods of Egypt". He also landed a prominent role in the fifth installment of "Pirates of the Caribbean" and in the series "Titans", where he captivated audiences as Dick Grayson throughout four seasons.
Australian actor Brenton Thwaites
Australian actor Brenton Thwaites

Childhood and Family

Brenton was born on August 9, 1989, in the Australian city of Cairns, to parents Fiona and Peter Thwaites. The actor has a sister named Stacey. As a kid, Thwaites dreamed of becoming a policeman or firefighter, but later his fascination shifted towards the cinematic world – captivated by the idea of "expressing his personality through a variety of different characters".
Brenton Thwaites in his childhood
Brenton Thwaites in his childhood
His hometown sat at the foot of the mountains, where stunning views and plenty of outdoor activities filled his childhood with unforgettable moments. He spent endless days soaking up the beach with his friends, learning to surf, and going on hiking adventures. "None of us were glued to computers – we Australians have a natural connection with nature," the actor recalled.

At sixteen, Brenton first stepped onto the stage, playing Romeo in a production of Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet". Brenton recalled that his debut was marked by stage fright, forgotten lines, and not knowing where to look. But halfway through the play, he found his confidence and began to enjoy the experience. He joked, "It was like being thrown into the middle of a river and suddenly learning how to swim."
Brenton Thwaites is 6'2 feet tall
Brenton Thwaites is 6'2 feet tall
After graduating high school in 2006, Brenton earned a spot at the Queensland University of Technology's Drama Department. He successfully graduated in 2010, emerging with a Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts.

Acting career

Brenton's first acting role came while he was still in university, landing a minor part in the Australian thriller "Charge Over You". Post-graduation, he relocated to Sydney, securing a role in the highly popular Australian soap opera "Home and Away", a series that's been on Australian TV since 1988. After that, Thwaites appeared in an episode of the Australian series "Sea Patrol" and in the short film "Headsmen".
Brenton Thwaites in Home and Away
Brenton Thwaites in Home and Away
In November 2010, along with Adele Perovic, Ben Schumann, Emily Robins, and Gracie Gilbert, Brenton was cast in the new Australian teen drama "Slide". The show ran for just one season and followed five Brisbane teenagers as they navigated their way into adulthood.
Brenton Thwaites in SLiDE
In 2012, he landed a role in the film "Save Your Legs!", which was shot in Australia and India.

Inspired by fellow Australians Hugh Jackman and Heath Ledger, who'd both conquered Hollywood and achieved worldwide fame, Brenton decided to make his move to the United States. In Los Angeles, he landed a role in the film "Blue Lagoon: The Awakening", a remake of the eponymous movie based on the novel by Henry De Vere Stacpoole. His co-star in this project was the Australian actress Indiana Evans. The film got mixed reviews, but critics praised the performances for their authenticity.
Brenton Thwaites on «Blue Lagoon» Remake
In 2013, Thwaites landed the lead role in the psychological thriller "Oculus", sharing the set with Karen Gillan, Katee Sackhoff, and Rory Cochrane. An Indiewire review highlighted Brenton's commendable depiction of sustained fear throughout the film.
A still from Oculus
A still from Oculus
The following year, Thwaites momentarily returned to Australia to film the crime thriller "Son of a Gun". Thwaites went through more than ten rounds of auditions before landing the lead role of Jesse Ryan, a young criminal. The film also starred renowned actors such as Ewan McGregor and Alicia Vikander.
Brenton Thwaites in Son of a Gun
Brenton Thwaites in Son of a Gun
Back in the States, Thwaites was cast as Prince Philip in the highly anticipated film "Maleficent", starring Angelina Jolie and Elle Fanning. He also landed a leading role in William Eubank's thriller "The Signal" (2014), a performance that earned him critical praise and a growing fan base.
Brenton Thwaites in Maleficent
Brenton Thwaites in Maleficent
The Telegraph criticized Thwaites's performance in "The Giver" (2014), featuring Jeff Bridges and Meryl Streep, a film shot in South Africa. However, the Huffington Post praised the actor's performance. This role earned Thwaites the "Breakthrough of the Year" award from the Los Angeles-based "Australians in Film" community, and his profile began rising significantly.

Thwaites really broke through as a recognizable name after his role in Alex Proyas's "Gods of Egypt". Here, he played the young thief Bek. Besides Brenton, the film starred Gerard Butler, Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, and Geoffrey Rush.
Brenton Thwaites in Gods of Egypt
Brenton Thwaites in Gods of Egypt
In late 2014, Thwaites was cast in the fifth "Pirates of the Caribbean" film, "Dead Men Tell No Tales". Brenton portrayed Henry Turner, the son of Will Turner (Orlando Bloom). Filming began in February 2015 on Australia's Gold Coast.
Brenton Thwaites Watched ALL «Pirates of the Caribbean» Films To Prepare For Role
In 2017, the actor filmed "An Interview with God", playing young journalist Paul Asher. Thwaites was set to appear in Eric Bress's "Ghosts of War" and three other American projects, including the dark zombie comedy "Office Uprising". Release dates weren't confirmed at the time.

In 2018, the DC superhero series "Titans" premiered with Brenton Thwaites in one of the lead roles. He plays Dick Grayson, better known as Robin and Nightwing.
Brenton Thwaites in Titans
Brenton Thwaites in Titans
Discussing his character, Thwaites explained:
Dick as a group leader is responsible for keeping everyone together. He's responsible for some bad decisions. He bonds with Rachel Roth, becoming like a father figure to her. He does this with Gar Logan and with Kory as well. But he makes mistakes. He breaks these bonds. He forms friendships with these people but somehow manages to mess everything up. He's learning to lead, dealing with failures, trying to figure out who he is while protecting his team.
The series was well-received by audiences and quickly renewed for a second season. The fourth season premiered in November 2022, which would turn out to be the show's final season.

Brenton Thwaites's Personal Life

While filming "Blue Lagoon," the actor had a brief romance with co-star Indiana Evans. However, Brenton noted that their feelings "spilled off the screen," mirroring their characters' relationship.

In 2015, the actor began dating Chloe Pacey, whom he met while filming "Pirates of the Caribbean" in Australia - they were staying in neighboring hotel rooms.
Brenton Thwaites and Chloe Pacey
Brenton Thwaites and Chloe Pacey
The couple moved in together and welcomed daughter Birdie in March 2016.
Brenton Thwaites with his wife and children
Brenton Thwaites with his wife and children
They had another daughter, Peppa, in 2018, followed by a son in 2020.

Brenton Thwaites Now

In May 2023, the final episode of "Titans" aired on HBO. For now, Brenton isn't taking on any major new projects, choosing to focus on his family and children.
Brenton Thwaites in 2023
Brenton Thwaites in 2023

Brenton Thwaites: latest news and articles

  • According to other sources, he was born on August 9th.
    2023-03-20 03:30:07
  • The role of a character Henry in `Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales` was iconic for Brenton Thwaites because after that he started to act in fantastic movies and very sucsseseful.
    2021-05-02 23:24:11
  • I think for good reason Brenton Thwaites repeats the destiny of his Australian college Jackman. The roles what he played proves that it is possible to conquer Hollywood.
    2021-04-24 17:33:08
  • The first movie with Brenton Thwaites was `Blue Lagoon: The Awakening`, I liked it very much. He played so natural and got into the role perfect.
    2021-04-19 19:54:29
  • Charismatic guy Brenton Thwaites! I`m impressed that he wasn`t spotted on the scandals because Hollywood has a fam of it.
    2021-04-09 20:20:05
  • As a fan of horror and psychological horror films, I can say that Brenton Thwaites in `Oculus` played veeery good.
    2021-02-08 14:16:59
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