Peter Lanzani
An Argentine actor who evolved from teen idol to serious film star, delivering gripping performances in landmark historical dramas.
Born 1990 (age 36)·Argentine actor and singer·Birthday: August 24·Millennials
Biography
Peter Lanzani's career trajectory mirrors a deliberate and successful pivot from pop heartthrob to respected dramatic actor. First capturing national attention as a member of the hit teen series 'Casi Ángeles' and its associated band Teen Angels, he could have easily remained in the world of youth entertainment. Instead, Lanzani actively sought roles that would strip away that image. His transformative turn in Pablo Trapero's brutal crime film 'El Clan' as a son entangled in his family's kidnapping ring signaled a new depth. He solidified this reputation with a nuanced performance in Santiago Mitre's Oscar-winning 'Argentina, 1985,' portraying a young legal aide during the historic trial of the military junta. Lanzani has managed the rare feat of leveraging early fame as a springboard, choosing projects that challenge both him and his audience, and in doing so, has become a defining face of Argentina's contemporary cinema.
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.
Peter was born in 1990, 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 Peter Was Born
The biggest hits of 1990
#1 Movie
Home Alone
Best Picture
Dances with Wolves
#1 TV Show
Roseanne
Peter's Life & Times
The world at every milestone
1990Born
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
1995Started school
Oklahoma City bombing; Windows 95 released
Gas: $1.15/galHome: $96,500Min wage: $4.25/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Gangsta's Paradise" — CoolioBest Picture: Braveheart
2003Became a teenager
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
2006Could drive
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
2008Could vote
Barack Obama elected first Black US president; financial crisis
Gas: $3.27/galHome: $153,100Min wage: $6.55/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Low" — Flo RidaBest Picture: Slumdog Millionaire
2011Turned 21
Osama bin Laden killed; Arab Spring sweeps the Middle East
Gas: $3.53/galHome: $138,400Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Rolling in the Deep" — AdeleBest Picture: The Artist
2020Turned 30
COVID-19 pandemic shuts down the world
Gas: $2.17/galHome: $248,800Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Donald Trump"Blinding Lights" — The WeekndBest Picture: Nomadland
2026Age 36 today
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump
Key Achievements
- Starred as Guillermo Coppola in the critically acclaimed film 'El Clan,' which won the Silver Lion at the Venice Film Festival.
- Played a key supporting role as Luis Moreno Ocampo's assistant in the Oscar-winning historical drama 'Argentina, 1985'.
- Gained widespread fame as Thiago Bedoya Agüero on the popular Argentine TV series 'Casi Ángeles'.
- Was a member of the pop band Teen Angels, which originated from the 'Casi Ángeles' series.
Did You Know?
He began his career as a child model before moving into acting.
He is a trained singer and performed on major tours with the Teen Angels band.
He shares a close friendship and frequent professional collaboration with fellow Argentine actor Peter Lanzani.
He won the Argentine Academy Award for Best New Actor for his performance in 'El Clan' in 2016.
“I chose to leave the bubble and tell real stories.”
