Lucas Till (born August 10, 1990) is an American actor. He began acting in the early 2000s, and has since appeared in a number of film and television parts, including his roles on House and Hannah Montana: The Movie
Biography
Early life
Although Till was born in Fort Hood, Texas, he spent most of his childhood living in the suburbs of Atlanta, Georgia. While in high school, he stayed in Germany for three weeks as a foreign exchange student. He was also a member of the German Honor Society. After filming for The Hannah Montana Movie, Till went back home to graduate with the Kell High School class of 2008.[1]
Career
Early in his life, Till's parents became aware of his natural ability to imitate voices and characters. Joy Pervis discovered Till while he was attending local acting class that his mother had enrolled him in. When he was 10, he started doing commercials and print. At the age of 12 he was cast in The Adventures of Ociee Nash, in which he played Harry Vanderbilt, the bully of the main character.[1] His first major movie role was Jack Cash in the biographical movie, Walk the Line. While filming for Walk the Line he worked with actor Joaquin Phoenix, actress Reese Witherspoon and director James Mangold. After Walk the Line, Till was featured in a number of independent movies and films for Lifetime Television.[1] In 2008, Till auditioned for The Hannah Montana Movie, starring Miley Cyrus, and he landed the role of Travis Brody.[1] Till was reported saying the he does not have any current plans for another Disney movie.[2] He worked alongside action film actor, Jackie Chan, for his latest movie, The Spy Next Door, where Till plays the role of a Russian spy.[1][3] He also starred in Taylor Swift's music video "You Belong with Me".
Personal life
When Till is not working, he enjoys working out and playing video games. He is a fan of The Godfather, 300, and The Dark Knight. Till stands at about 5'10". In 2009, Lucas Till admitted during a radio interview that he and Cyrus dated during the filming of the Hannah Montana Movie. [4]Before filming the movie, Till said that he had no previous experience at horseback riding, now he takes every opportunity he has to ride. His favorite food is beef jerky.[3]Till now lives in Los Angeles, California, where he is continuing his career.[1] After moving to Los Angeles he has appeared in the hit television shows House and Medium
Filmography
Year Title Role Notes
2003 The Adventures of Ociee Nash Harry Vanderbilt
2004 Pee Shy Chad
2005 Walk the Line Jack Cash
2006 The Other Side Young Samuel North
2008 Dance of the Dead Jensen
House Simon 1 Episode
2009 Hannah Montana: The Movie Travis Brody in theaters
Mrs. Hobbes' House Justin in post-production
Laid To Rest Store Clerk in post-production
The Spy Next Door Larry in post-production
"You Belong with Me" Love Interest Taylor Swift's music video
Biography
Early life
Although Till was born in Fort Hood, Texas, he spent most of his childhood living in the suburbs of Atlanta, Georgia. While in high school, he stayed in Germany for three weeks as a foreign exchange student. He was also a member of the German Honor Society. After filming for The Hannah Montana Movie, Till went back home to graduate with the Kell High School class of 2008.[1]
Career
Early in his life, Till's parents became aware of his natural ability to imitate voices and characters. Joy Pervis discovered Till while he was attending local acting class that his mother had enrolled him in. When he was 10, he started doing commercials and print. At the age of 12 he was cast in The Adventures of Ociee Nash, in which he played Harry Vanderbilt, the bully of the main character.[1] His first major movie role was Jack Cash in the biographical movie, Walk the Line. While filming for Walk the Line he worked with actor Joaquin Phoenix, actress Reese Witherspoon and director James Mangold. After Walk the Line, Till was featured in a number of independent movies and films for Lifetime Television.[1] In 2008, Till auditioned for The Hannah Montana Movie, starring Miley Cyrus, and he landed the role of Travis Brody.[1] Till was reported saying the he does not have any current plans for another Disney movie.[2] He worked alongside action film actor, Jackie Chan, for his latest movie, The Spy Next Door, where Till plays the role of a Russian spy.[1][3] He also starred in Taylor Swift's music video "You Belong with Me".
Personal life
When Till is not working, he enjoys working out and playing video games. He is a fan of The Godfather, 300, and The Dark Knight. Till stands at about 5'10". In 2009, Lucas Till admitted during a radio interview that he and Cyrus dated during the filming of the Hannah Montana Movie. [4]Before filming the movie, Till said that he had no previous experience at horseback riding, now he takes every opportunity he has to ride. His favorite food is beef jerky.[3]Till now lives in Los Angeles, California, where he is continuing his career.[1] After moving to Los Angeles he has appeared in the hit television shows House and Medium
Filmography
Year Title Role Notes
2003 The Adventures of Ociee Nash Harry Vanderbilt
2004 Pee Shy Chad
2005 Walk the Line Jack Cash
2006 The Other Side Young Samuel North
2008 Dance of the Dead Jensen
House Simon 1 Episode
2009 Hannah Montana: The Movie Travis Brody in theaters
Mrs. Hobbes' House Justin in post-production
Laid To Rest Store Clerk in post-production
The Spy Next Door Larry in post-production
"You Belong with Me" Love Interest Taylor Swift's music video
