Austin Butler on swinging into stardom after ‘Elvis’
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Күн бұрынIn this week’s Sunday Sitdown, Austin Butler joins Willie Geist to talk about how he found his way into acting and transformed into Elvis Presley for his Oscar-nominated performance.
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#AustinButler #Elvis #Oscars
@gailvarchula5542 Жыл бұрын
AUSTIN WAS WONDERFUL AS ELVIS. DESERVES OSCAR. BEST WISHES TO AUSTIN.
@bonnieelliot6356 Жыл бұрын
Wow! Closest to Elvis ever!!What a performance!
@PrincessMeggala0913 Жыл бұрын
The way he talked about his mom 💔 Aww.
@e.daniels5971 Жыл бұрын
Lots of actors in the biz. But Butler isThe Real Deal. And ... A Movie Star. That combo is a very, very small club.
@annarichardson8284 Жыл бұрын
this actor is incredible
@misssophie6515 Жыл бұрын
not the most sensitive interviewer, but it is amazing how wide open AB always is, many people would retreat and give standard answers when it gets a little too deep, but he is always so truthful and genuine. I wish him the best life and career, he deserves it so much and can be a great role-model, showing people what is possible
@lisadamico8278 Жыл бұрын
Now winning THE BAFTA AWARD. .👏 On to OSCARS 3/12/2023
@naomichadwick4223 Жыл бұрын
He Just Won The BAFTA Y'all!!!!!!!!!!!!! Also, if one more interviewer makes him cry, I will HURT Them 😡😡😡😡😡
@jolantasokalska4201 Жыл бұрын
He opens new era in America*s film. Actor of Spirit.
@lifeissweet9826 Жыл бұрын
"I'm Elvis Presley, and that's what I do. ". Truer words were never spoken. Give the man the Oscar that always eluded the King. Lisa Marie wanted it.
@keithbrockie6716 Жыл бұрын
You've got to love this man. He's just beautiful inside and out. I'm a 70 year old British Grandmum and I am just so impressed by him. I wish nothing but the best for him for the future. Can I adopt him as a surrogate grandson, please?! 🙂 (NuttyNanaB)
@texastank9413 Жыл бұрын
The most impressive thing about Austin's performance is his ability to portray Elvis in 3 different decades. That alone is phenomenal. What a great movie. He deserves the academy for dedicating 3 years of his life to perfecting this transformation.
@memphisflashfan1 Жыл бұрын
Yes and I would add how he has approached with great humility those “senior” actors and directors who have lessons to impart to him and learned from them. It’s very interesting to watch and listen to him speak about Denzel Washington, Quentin Tarantino, Baz, Hanks, Pitt and Leo. He doesn’t act like he’s one of them or a peer but rather someone who respects what he can learn. At the different award ceremonies you can see them smile at him with an affection. He’s making a lot of friends among his seniors because of his humility and warmth.
@miriedewaal6668 Жыл бұрын
You make us proud!😇
@melaniecleveland3773 Жыл бұрын
He gave this movie everything he had to make it an Epic Film!!
@rebelchild9905 Жыл бұрын
At first glance or even third glance you would never say that's the spitting image of Elvis, but what movie prosthetics makeup and the clothing can't forget the clothing it all comes together amazingly
@susyq810 Жыл бұрын
My boy! My boy! ....I think Elvis would be proud and honored.❤️
@maxbluenose25 Жыл бұрын
Austin Butler doesn't no how bloody good of an actor he is he is megastar now his career is going to skyrocket well done Austin Butler you are amazing
@USAMex00 Жыл бұрын
Soon to be academy award winner!
@joanncoopertroupe3506 Жыл бұрын
God Bless Baz !! for Knowing this was your Part in Elvis!!
@strayfreckles Жыл бұрын
please, protect this human, he's so... so gentle, so beautiful, so honest.
@elizabradley4797 Жыл бұрын
Austin is such an unpretentious kid ~ so appreciative ~ hard working ~ just soooooo sweet ~ 💓💕💖💗😘
@barefootlovers Жыл бұрын
He’s beautiful, as a soul
@fuzzyarmadillo1320 Жыл бұрын
Elvis also memorized all of his co-star's lines in the movies he was in.
@jeannecummings1363 Жыл бұрын
He deserves an Oscar!!
@AngelasJoys Жыл бұрын
What a lovely young man. I'm a 60 year fan of Elvis Presley. This fellow deserves that Oscar. He was the movie. He became Elvis.
@robynheavner4689 Жыл бұрын
God Bless, Austin! Please stay humble and grounded! ❤🙏
@makeyourself1988 Жыл бұрын
Finally watched the movie… he is brilliant as Elvis. Tom Hanks is so good too.
@Michi85387 Жыл бұрын
Austin Butler is what Hollywood needs right now, humble, sincere, talented, gorgeous. Bless him & his mama.
@DYA9091 Жыл бұрын
He is so vulnerable, so truthful, so present, so gentle, so kind, so angelic; I admire him deeply, for his massive talent, unwavering passion and work ethic, and his beautiful pure soul, Austin is absolutely unique.
@kballerh Жыл бұрын
You can get off your knees now!
@DYA9091 Жыл бұрын
@@kballerh are you always so vulgar??
@lifeissweet9826 Жыл бұрын
I am recalling two other big stars who came out like rockets, Kevin Costner and Matthew McConaughey when starting out. They had small roles before getting that one big one. They definitely got the media treatment and have remained high profile all these years. I think Austin has what it takes to ride this wave. I hope he listens to his team.
@DYA9091 Жыл бұрын
@NDY I've met him several times since he was doing the Iceman Cometh. And btw he was absolutely magnificent as Don Parritt.
@lifeissweet9826 Жыл бұрын
@@DYA9091 I'd love to see that play.
@joanncoopertroupe3506 Жыл бұрын
Congrats Austin!! You Nailed it On Elvis Movie!! Stay Humble!! You Will Go. Far!! God Bless You Hugs Jo Ann age 64 North Florida!!
@judilehman1481 Жыл бұрын
Sad that he did not win the Oscar last night but the greatest prize are all of the new Fans he has because of his awesome role as Elvis. We love you, Austin!
@ktharris345 Жыл бұрын
I am completely disgusted with Oscar awards to much less deserving people.
@carmenkozel7114 Жыл бұрын
Austin nailed the essence of Elvis. He's is so sweet and humble. Love him ❤
@beverlyweeks6692 Жыл бұрын
He was outstanding in his role. Certainly helps that he's so humble to boot.I hope to see his career continue for a very long time. Thanks Austin for bringing back memories of my parents and sister's seeing Elvis together ❤ Your portrayal was by far the closest I have ever seen.
@wieragajdzinska1753 Жыл бұрын
Congratulations Austin💐
@emerald637 Жыл бұрын
Austin Butler just won a BAFTA Award for Best Male Lead Actor in front of TRHs, Prince William and Princess Catherine, the future King and Queen Consort of England. This is one step closer to the ultimate prize, the Oscar.
@debrapark657 Жыл бұрын
I love AUSTIN AND HOPE TO SEE HIM IN MANY MANY MORE MOVIE !!!
@KarlaElaine100 Жыл бұрын
Excellent interview!
@Nazaba09 Жыл бұрын
Austin is the sweetest. I met him at an industry screening of ‘Elvis’ and had been a fan since ‘switched at birth’ Because I’m disabled. He was so sweet and so kind. I saw him about a month later at another industry event and he saw me and jumped off the stage to give me a hug. I’m so proud of his success. ❤
@MalloryNewcomb Жыл бұрын
That is so sweet! Glad he could give you some love and a good memory
@ruthnagarya2028 Жыл бұрын
AUSTIN is definitely a blessing, he's grounded, strong and yet shy, a work ethic we ALL can be jealous of, a humble man who knows what it's like to come up the HARD WAY and his laugh towards the end of the interview was totally infectious!!!
@carolrice1371 Жыл бұрын
Best interview yet!❤❤❤❤
@lindafrancis1237 Жыл бұрын
I love Austin ❤
@fousies Жыл бұрын
Pretty sure his mom is his angel right now
@susansnow8391 Жыл бұрын
She's always with him 💙❤️
@Boomer2304 Жыл бұрын
Love both !
@jen7834 Жыл бұрын
An angel walks among us. ❤
@malomama4750 9 ай бұрын
Hilarious
@jeikevanvelthoven6726 Жыл бұрын
Fantastic Mr Austin bulter how you impress me
@rscats67 Жыл бұрын
Austin keeps pulling out little things he has in common with Elvis that I know must have helped his performance. I don't know why in this interview (and I've watched many) it suddenly dawned on me that even his natural hair color is the same as Elvis' was. Elvis dyed his hair black like his momma's was. But looking at early day pics, it's the same color as Austin's.
@sicilialicari6500 Жыл бұрын
He’s a Real Gentleman, we don’t see this level of man, probably 1 in a million, for sure, He tops everyone so far, it’s Him and he’s young so what a beautiful gift to our youth, follow his footsteps, excellent Classy, gentle beautiful man ❤
@sarahdanielle7591 Жыл бұрын
He had me choked up talking about his mom. Why can’t we just hug him Omgoodness what a Beautiful man he is.😊🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻❤️❤️❤️
@realloismarlene Жыл бұрын
I was floored when l saw his performance. Just flat-out floored. If my mother could have seen Austin Butler as Elvis, she would have bawled her eyes out. Now she really loooved Elvis. Worshipped might be a better word. We saw every Elvis movie - good or really bad - and bought every album. Even Christmas was an all Elvis Christmas. So, of course, l love him, too🤭.
@reneestrazzere7044 Жыл бұрын
Austin, my sister passed away from cancer leaving behind 3 boys. ( 3, 6, and 8) They turned out great and so have you. God Bless. She is with you every minute.
@guadlaupegallegos7840 Жыл бұрын
I love Elvis⚡️ .. Austin did a beautiful job well deserved! 👏
@juneb6558 Жыл бұрын
Austin was the one Elvis fans had been waiting for. 🤩
@KlassyKat45 Жыл бұрын
Such a humble guy. I hope he wins the Oscar.
@lyndaatkinson3692 Жыл бұрын
Austin is fantastic ,in this role of Elvis
@vibeatles Жыл бұрын
Congratulations Austin today you won the BAFTA for best Leading Actor, for many awards you have won so far. For portraying Elvis Presley in a wonderful way. Your talent, your love, you dedication is prove you are an amazing human being and great actor.
@katherinemartin4426 Жыл бұрын
Always a fan of you & your singing! ♥️🌟👋
@lucyromano-cw9fv Жыл бұрын
You know what you are austin butler ? Your just a sweetheart !!! I watched the movie and you did elvis proud ,you handsome and lovely young man !!!
@robertaworthington6490 Жыл бұрын
Austin you were amazing, such a nice young humble man. And good looking!!! Through it all you have remained down to earth. Your mom would be extremely proud of you. I think you are still walking around in disbelief yourself. Me being 75, I never thought anyone could do Elvis justice. You did and that compliment comes from a long time Elvis fan. Nothing against Kaia, but still wish you and Vanessa were together yet.
@christineelio8269 Жыл бұрын
Austin is a special man. His dedication to the role of Elvis is spectacular. He deserves all the awards.
@Pope4FAVs Жыл бұрын
So awesome I love the ELVIS Movie and especially happy for Austin Butler and wish him so much luck during the Oscars…God Bless him for his time alive into the awesome roll of the Elvis that everyone loved for his music, shows and everything thing about him❤🎬❤
@melaniebaird Жыл бұрын
What a beautiful man inside and out....love you Austin!!
@margaretbell7704 Жыл бұрын
This young man is so honest 👏
@shirleyweaver4214 Жыл бұрын
Love Austin hope he wins the oscar
@cynthiastarks7161 Жыл бұрын
What an angel he is. Having left high school at 15 and not attended college, you can tell from the way he speaks and how very bright and articulate he is, that he must have been raised very well and read and studied a lot on his own. He is such a bright light. I wish him all the best now and going forward. I hope he has a wonderful life!
@cryforthemoon Жыл бұрын
It's amazing how Austin's mother taking him to auditions and classes affected other people. We saw what a comfort and relief his portrayal of Elvis was for his daughter Lisa Marie. She was so used to people not getting her father even close to right and making him a joke. I am glad that she at least had his performance and that movie in her time of mourning her son and last days. That movie helped her get out of her house after 2 years.
@valerielove9837 Жыл бұрын
Well said!!
@Irene-qe5hu Жыл бұрын
I agree ! I just hope that fame and Hollywood doesn't change him...
@dianekiley4394 Жыл бұрын
D>dtheel:ismovee)viswonatthesgo;lded%o)b
@vickydiehl2195 Жыл бұрын
In a world of pain, that we have all been in, this movie is truely a great escape....so people watch this movie...Austin did great*
@sandygray3546 Жыл бұрын
Love this humble..talented man..he should've won the Oscar!..Forever Elvis fan
@anpad9793 Жыл бұрын
Fabuleux Austin🙆♀️
@littlesister7021 Жыл бұрын
I just loved this interview this morning. Austin is one amazing man. He's so talented, humbled by his success. So touching when he spoke about his mother. Austin is such a blessing. He deserves nothing but the best. I'm so happy for him that he won the Bafta award today. I'm praying he will win the Sag and Academy Award. Love You, Austin. God Bless You.
@tracyp444 Жыл бұрын
We've had our Oprah moment !!!!! 💗 This kid makes my heart melt... So deserving of all the success .... Looking forward to following his career...
@jonathanaldecoa1099 Жыл бұрын
Austin Butler is such a sweet soul. Congratulations on him winning the BAFTA award for best actor. I hope he wins the Oscar. Either way, he’s got a very promising film career. I look forward to seeing him in other films.🕺🕺🕺❤️❤️❤️😎😎😎
@thiagomuniz8607 Жыл бұрын
As a huge fan of elvis, I FEEL SO GRATEFUL that a great man like this caught the part and perfected it like no one else ever had! Thanks Austin for sheding more light on our beautiful idol. You deserve this Oscar so much!!!
@mmangelsun Жыл бұрын
Kind, humble, and gets it. She would be very proud.
@edwinvalentinocamacho7220 Жыл бұрын
Such a incredible actor, ty for bringing so much love to the world.
@rebeccab1808 Жыл бұрын
Such a fantastic iconic portrayal of Elvis, well done Austin Butler ⚡️ 🏆🎉
@cards0486 Жыл бұрын
I never ever download podcasts. I will definitely keep the 40 minute Sunday Sit Down with Austin. He’s too amazing; talented, humble, grateful, kind,modest. Quite the young man.
@freesimorgh Жыл бұрын
He makes me want to be the best at my job and always give my 100% when doing my job or doing something new. Definitely a role model when it comes to dedication and working hard! Love you Austin and I wish I could give you a hug love!
@MalloryNewcomb Жыл бұрын
I feel the same and I’m a grad student in cancer biology. Just love seeing him find his light working his tail off because he’s doing what he loves. In my life I want to find something I love as much as he loves acting
@cynthiasantos4093 Жыл бұрын
Me too! He actually makes me want to be a better person. He could really be a good role model for young people.
@hannahlapier7649 Жыл бұрын
i saw this yesterday morning on tv and i started jumping up and down like a little girl i can’t help myself 😭❤️
@debrafrakes6479 Жыл бұрын
he is SO grateful for his success and he truly loves the Presleys. Truly devastated by Lisa Maries death.
@susansnow8391 Жыл бұрын
Such an awesome, phenomenal man with sooo much beautiful talent that just exudes from him. He is Amazing and has stolen my heart for life 💖✨💖
@carolynsosmena8222 Жыл бұрын
Soo, much admiration for his capacity to study,research,and exactly emulate the king of rock and roll and all paid off. CONGRATULATIONS for all the success and praying that you win the OSCARS👍🏼❤❤❤❤❤
@GailNixon-xj5ui Жыл бұрын
Austin is such a beautiful and humble man ! He deserves every award that he has won and the Sag and the Oscar should be his without a doubt ! ! So glad that he and Lisa Marie had such a beautiful connection ! ! ! His soul became intertwined with Elvis and he captured the essence of the greatest entertainer that ever lived ! ! .....I see nothing but a great future for this great talented actor ! ! !
@katherinemartin4426 Жыл бұрын
My Mom died in 1990’s & I never stop missing her so I understand how tuff it is to lose Mom! ♥️🌟👋
@ovok10 Жыл бұрын
❤❤
@susanbarco2579 Жыл бұрын
Have you heard Austin’s rendition of “In The Ghetto”? It’s almost hard to tell the difference.
@judydurham6808 Жыл бұрын
Austin has amazing qualities. He deserves to win the Oscar. A great interview.Thank you.
@Kahayuman Жыл бұрын
he got the bohemian rhapsody win written all over his shimmering elvis clothes
@eliarosalesperez2527 Жыл бұрын
Austin Butler definitivamente la academia le debe dar el Oscar porque literalmente se convirtió en el rey Elvis Presley e hizo un increíble trabajo y el Oscar para Baz lurhmann por tan hermosa y maravillosa película 👏👏👏👏♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆💯💯💯💯 la mejor película d el 2022
@wnstayawhile6415 Жыл бұрын
Enjoyed this interview. So happy for Austin 😊
@blacksocks4298 Жыл бұрын
I thought he was already pretty well known before Elvis. I remember him from his Sharpay days lol. Probably most people my age remember him from Disney
@xoxo-wl5ol Жыл бұрын
i love him so much aghigheghhgh help
@angelfairy5010 Жыл бұрын
This is such an amazing young man, his portrayal was just beyond exceptional, what I live most is how humble he is…watching him recently help 2 famous ladies up on to the stage at an awards ceremony shows the type of man his mother bought up she would be very proud
@debbiebrown3323 Жыл бұрын
Austin, was the greatest i have evef seen anyone do that you could feel Elvis. If he don't win something is wrong. I can't get enough of him as Elvis.
@justineves3588 Жыл бұрын
Austin Butler did a amazing job as Elvis and I hope he wins all the big awards because he is a great actor
@jordanandjoify Жыл бұрын
Is there an award he won't win? No, there isn't! He's unbelievable, beyond words. I can't get enough of him!
@roseanne3100 Жыл бұрын
He was amazing in this movie and he seems like such a nice person.
@joanmorse3007 Жыл бұрын
HE REALLY,REALLY,REALLY OUGHT TO WIN.I'VE NEVER SEEN AN ACTOR RESEARCH A ROLE AS MUCH AS AUSTIN.WHEN ELVIS DAUGHTER LISA MARIE&EX-WIFE PRICILLA BOTH FELT HE IS TRULY THE ONLY ONE WHOLE REALLY HAD THE REAL SOUL OF ELVIS&DID ELVIS LIKE NO OTHER.I PRAY YOU WIN AUSTIN.
@bonnieikamas1201 Жыл бұрын
Magnificent ❤
@kathrynleogrande3539 Жыл бұрын
Austin is an absolute doll, and so is Willie!
@cynthiadenton1849 Жыл бұрын
Austin Butler. Did a awesome. Job play geatest Legend as EAP In move Elvis so true to Elvis life
@susandibble3525 Жыл бұрын
He should win all the awards for his performance 🙏
@kerriebeckett6648 Жыл бұрын
Austin was brilliant as Elvis ♥️
@Tere999 Жыл бұрын
Austin Butler is such a Great Actor. One of the Greatest. Austin Butler is fixing to cement himself as one of the Greatest Actors.
@cynthiasantos4093 Жыл бұрын
I agree. His performance is not just the best for 2022, but it's one of the best ones for all time.
@valvis9159 Жыл бұрын
As an Elvis fan, this movie has brought joy and excitement. Austin Butler has been a great surprise in so many ways. Austin did a great job with the acting. Also, for the songs that Austin actually sang in the film, he did a great job.💖
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