Kellan Lutz
A model-turned-actor who leveraged his physical presence into roles portraying gods and heroes, most famously as the eternally cheerful vampire Emmett Cullen.
Born 1985 (age 41)·American actor·Birthday: March 15·Millennials
Biography
Kellan Lutz's journey to Hollywood began on the runways and in fashion catalogs, his athletic build making him a natural fit for modeling. He transitioned to acting with small roles, but his life changed when he was cast as Emmett Cullen in the global phenomenon 'The Twilight Saga.' As the strongest and most lighthearted of the vampire clan, Lutz provided much-needed warmth and humor amidst the franchise's brooding romance. Capitalizing on that fame, he eagerly embraced the physical demands of action and fantasy, starring as the Greek god Poseidon in 'Immortals' and taking on the titular role in 'The Legend of Hercules.' Lutz has consistently chosen projects that play to his strengths—charisma and a commanding physicality—while also venturing into television with a lead role on 'FBI: Most Wanted.'
Millennials
1981–1996
The first digital natives. Grew up with the internet, came of age during 9/11 and the 2008 crash. Highly educated, deeply indebted, slower to marry and buy houses. Redefined work, identity, and what it means to be an adult.
Kellan was born in 1985, placing them squarely in the Millennials. The events that shaped this generation — the internet revolution, 9/11, and the 2008 financial crisis — shaped the world they entered and the choices available to them.
#1 When Kellan Was Born
The biggest hits of 1985
#1 Movie
Back to the Future
Best Picture
Out of Africa
#1 TV Show
Dynasty
Kellan's Life & Times
The world at every milestone
1985Born
Live Aid concerts raise money for Ethiopian famine
Gas: $1.12/galHome: $62,900Min wage: $3.35/hrPresident: Ronald Reagan"Careless Whisper" — Wham!Best Picture: Out of Africa
1990Started school
Hubble Space Telescope launched; Germany reunifies
Gas: $1.15/galHome: $79,100Min wage: $3.80/hrPresident: George H.W. Bush"Hold On" — Wilson PhillipsBest Picture: Dances with Wolves
1998Became a teenager
Google founded; Clinton impeachment
Gas: $1.06/galHome: $107,300Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Too Close" — NextBest Picture: Shakespeare in Love
2001Could drive
September 11 attacks transform the world
Gas: $1.46/galHome: $126,400Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Hanging by a Moment" — LifehouseBest Picture: A Beautiful Mind
2003Could vote
US invades Iraq; Human Genome Project completed
Gas: $1.59/galHome: $146,000Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"In Da Club" — 50 CentBest Picture: The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King
2006Turned 21
Twitter launches; Pluto reclassified as dwarf planet
Gas: $2.59/galHome: $174,700Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Bad Day" — Daniel PowterBest Picture: The Departed
2015Turned 30
Paris climate agreement; same-sex marriage legalized in the US
Gas: $2.43/galHome: $171,900Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Uptown Funk" — Mark Ronson ft. Bruno MarsBest Picture: Spotlight
2025Turned 40
AI agents go mainstream
Gas: $3.10/galHome: $385,000Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Donald Trump"APT." — Rose & Bruno Mars
2026Age 41 today
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump
Key Achievements
- Portrayed Emmett Cullen across all five films of the blockbuster 'Twilight Saga' film series.
- Starred as the title character in the 2014 epic action film 'The Legend of Hercules.'
- Landed a series regular role as Special Agent Kenny Crosby on CBS's 'FBI: Most Wanted.'
- Voiced the character of Tarzan in the 2013 animated film 'Tarzan.'
Did You Know?
He was a competitive swimmer and water polo player in high school.
He worked as a model for brands like Abercrombie & Fitch and Calvin Klein before acting.
He is a co-founder of the clothing brand Abbot + Main.
He is an avid outdoorsman and practices archery.
“I approach every role with a strong work ethic, no matter the size.”
