Nat Wolff
A former Nickelodeon star who composed his own show's music, he evolved into a thoughtful actor in indie films and book adaptations.
Born 1994 (age 32)·American actor, musician, and singer-songwriter·Birthday: December 17·Millennials
Biography
Nat Wolff's career began not on a casting couch but in a living room, with a camera operated by his mother, actress Polly Draper. The resulting show, 'The Naked Brothers Band,' was a family affair that turned him and his brother Alex into teen idols, but its secret weapon was Nat's own songwriting, which gave the series its catchy, genuine heart. Rather than remain in the teen star lane, Wolff deliberately pivoted to character-driven work, seeking out directors like Josh Boone for 'The Fault in Our Stars' and James Franco for 'The Disaster Artist.' He often plays outsiders and sensitive souls, bringing a grounded, unvarnished realism to roles in films like 'Palo Alto' and 'Ashby.' His path reflects a quiet determination to be taken seriously as an actor and musician on his own terms, building a filmography that favors interesting choices over easy fame.
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.
Nat was born in 1994, 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 Nat Was Born
The biggest hits of 1994
#1 Movie
The Lion King
Best Picture
Forrest Gump
#1 TV Show
Seinfeld
Nat's Life & Times
The world at every milestone
1994Born
Nelson Mandela elected president of South Africa
Gas: $1.11/galHome: $90,400Min wage: $4.25/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"The Sign" — Ace of BaseBest Picture: Forrest Gump
1999Started school
Columbine shooting; Y2K panic builds
Gas: $1.17/galHome: $113,900Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Believe" — CherBest Picture: American Beauty
2007Became a teenager
iPhone released; Great Recession begins
Gas: $2.80/galHome: $172,600Min wage: $5.85/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Irreplaceable" — BeyonceBest Picture: No Country for Old Men
2010Could drive
Deepwater Horizon oil spill; iPad launched
Gas: $2.79/galHome: $147,800Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Tik Tok" — KeshaBest Picture: The King's Speech
2012Could vote
Curiosity rover lands on Mars; Sandy Hook shooting
Gas: $3.64/galHome: $143,200Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Somebody That I Used to Know" — GotyeBest Picture: Argo
2015Turned 21
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
2024Turned 30
AI reshapes industries; Paris Olympics
Gas: $3.31/galHome: $372,000Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Joe Biden"Espresso" — Sabrina CarpenterBest Picture: Anora
2026Age 32 today
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump
Key Achievements
- Co-composed and performed music for the Nickelodeon series 'The Naked Brothers Band,' with its soundtrack album debuting at No. 23 on the Billboard 200.
- Starred as Isaac in the film adaptation of John Green's bestselling novel 'The Fault in Our Stars'.
- Played a lead role in 'The Stand In,' a 2020 comedy starring Drew Barrymore.
- Portrayed the enigmatic Leaf in the Netflix series adaptation of 'A Series of Unfortunate Events'.
Did You Know?
His mother, Polly Draper, created 'The Naked Brothers Band' based on songs he and his brother wrote as children.
His father is jazz pianist and composer Michael Wolff.
He and his brother Alex formed the band Nat & Alex Wolff, releasing music independently.
He is an avid reader and has starred in several adaptations of young adult novels.
“I started writing songs to get the girls, and it worked.”
