Date of Birth: September 3, 1984
Zodiac Sign: Virgo
Biography
Garrett John Hedlund is an accomplished American actor, model, and singer. Born on September 3, 1984, in Roseau, Minnesota, Garrett grew up on a farm before moving to Scottsdale, Arizona, to live with his mother. His passion for acting led him to take private lessons and eventually move to Los Angeles after graduating high school. Hedlund made his film debut in 2004 with a role in the epic historical movie “Troy,” where he played Patroclus alongside Brad Pitt and Eric Bana. He quickly gained attention for his performances and landed roles in several notable films, including “Friday Night Lights” (2004), “Four Brothers” (2005), and “Eragon” (2006). Hedlund’s breakthrough came with his role as Sam Flynn in “Tron: Legacy” (2010). In addition to acting, Hedlund has pursued a singing career, contributing to the soundtrack of “Country Strong” (2010), in which he starred opposite Gwyneth Paltrow. Throughout his career, Garrett has received critical acclaim for his versatility and dedication to his roles.
5 Interesting Facts about Garrett Hedlund
1. Garrett Hedlund is also a skilled musician and contributed several songs to the “Country Strong” soundtrack.
2. He was discovered by a talent agency at the age of 18, shortly after moving to Los Angeles.
3. Hedlund is known for his intense preparation for roles, including gaining muscle mass and learning to ride a horse for “Troy.”
4. He has Swedish, German, and Norwegian ancestry.
5. Garrett Hedlund was a model before becoming an actor, working for major brands like L.L. Bean and Teen Magazine.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Garrett Hedlund
1. “I really like to disappear into a character and be someone else.”
2. “I always wanted to be a character actor. I love being the chameleon.”
3. “I’ve always kind of been a little bit of an outsider. I think I’ll always be that way.”
4. “Every role is a new challenge, and I take it as such.”
5. “I try to make every role a learning experience.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Garrett Hedlund’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $8 million.
Children
Garrett Hedlund has one child, a son named Rhodes Robert Hedlund, born in December 2020, with actress Emma Roberts.
Relevant Links
1. [Garrett Hedlund on IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1330560/
2. [Garrett Hedlund on Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Garrett_Hedlund
3. [Garrett Hedlund’s Filmography](https://www.rottentomatoes.com/celebrity/garrett_hedlund
