Matt Bomer

Date of Birth: October 11, 1977

Zodiac Sign: Libra

Biography

Matthew Staton Bomer, known professionally as Matt Bomer, is an American actor born on October 11, 1977, in Webster Groves, Missouri. Raised in Spring, Texas, Bomer developed an interest in acting at a young age and pursued his passion by studying at Carnegie Mellon University, where he graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in 2001. Bomer’s early career included roles in television series such as “Guiding Light” and “Tru Calling.” He gained widespread recognition for his portrayal of Neal Caffrey in the USA Network series “White Collar” (2009-2014), which showcased his talent for blending charm and complexity in his characters. Bomer’s film career includes notable roles in “Magic Mike” (2012), “The Normal Heart” (2014), and “The Nice Guys” (2016). In addition to his on-screen work, Bomer has received critical acclaim for his performances on stage, particularly in plays like “8” and “The Boys in the Band.” His work in “The Normal Heart” earned him a Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actor in a Series, Miniseries, or Television Film. Bomer is also known for his advocacy work, particularly for LGBTQ+ rights. He came out publicly as gay in 2012 and has been open about his life with his partner, publicist Simon Halls, with whom he has three children.

5 Interesting Facts about Matt Bomer

1. Matt Bomer graduated from Carnegie Mellon University with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree.

2. He won a Golden Globe for his role in “The Normal Heart.”

3. Bomer publicly came out as gay during an acceptance speech in 2012.

4. He is fluent in Spanish and has used it in various roles.

5. Bomer has lent his voice to characters in animated series, including Superman in “Superman: Unbound.”

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Matt Bomer

1. “I choose jobs that are going to challenge me in some way and not necessarily ones that are going to make money.”

2. “I never really endeavored to be an action star. I just love to work and have a passion for acting.”

3. “Everybody thinks that equality comes from identifying people, and that’s not where equality comes from.”

4. “At the end of the day, we’re all human beings with the same needs: to love and be loved.”

5. “The more you are positive and say, ‘I want to have a good life,’ the more you build that reality for yourself by creating the life that you want.”