Lucas Hedges

Biography

Lucas Hedges, born on December 12, 1996, is a talented American actor recognized for his compelling performances across film and theater. He is the son of filmmaker Peter Hedges and honed his craft at the University of North Carolina School of the Arts. Hedges launched his acting career with a notable supporting role in Wes Anderson's whimsical comedy-drama, *Moonrise Kingdom* (2012).

His significant breakthrough came in 2016 when he portrayed a sharp-witted teenager in Kenneth Lonergan's critically acclaimed drama, *Manchester by the Sea*. This role garnered him an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor, marking him as a rising star in Hollywood. Following this success, he showcased his range by playing a troubled youth in the off-Broadway play *Yen*, and took on supporting roles in the beloved coming-of-age film *Lady Bird* and the intense drama *Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri*, both released in 2017.

In 2018, Hedges earned a Golden Globe nomination for his leading performance in *Boy Erased*, where he depicted a teenager subjected to a gay conversion therapy program. That same year, he made his Broadway debut in a revival of Lonergan's *The Waverly Gallery*. More recently, in 2023, he captivated audiences in a West End production of *Brokeback Mountain*, further solidifying his reputation as a versatile and impactful actor.