Gerard Butler

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Gerard Butler is a Scottish actor best known for his roles in action and romantic comedy films. His rise to fame began with his lead role in the 2004 film "Phantom of the Opera". He has also starred in several popular films including "300", "Law Abiding Citizen", and "P.S. I Love You", among others.

Gerard Butler Timeline

1969

Gerard Butler is Born

On November 13, 1969, Gerard James Butler was born in Paisley, Scotland.

1996

Moves to London and Begins Acting Career

Butler moves to London and begins his acting career, appearing in several stage productions.

1997

First Film Role

Butler lands his first film role as Billy Connolly's son in the British comedy “Mrs. Brown”.

2002

Rise to Fame with "300"

Butler stars as King Leonidas of Sparta in the film "300" which goes on to become one of the highest grossing films of 2006.

2006

Leads Cast of "P.S. I Love You"

Butler leads the cast of the romantic drama "P.S. I Love You" alongside Hilary Swank.

2011

Leads Cast of "Machine Gun Preacher"

Butler takes on the lead role in the biographical film "Machine Gun Preacher" about a former drug dealer turned humanitarian.

2018

Leads Cast of "Hunter Killer"

Butler stars in the submarine thriller "Hunter Killer" as an American submarine captain.

5 Interesting Facts about Gerard Butler

1. Began His Career as a Lawyer

Gerard Butler began his career in law, graduating from Glasgow University with a degree in Law, before pursuing acting full time.

2. Turned Down Lead Roles in Big Blockbuster Movies

Gerard Butler has turned down lead roles in some of the biggest blockbuster movies of all time, including James Bond, Superman Returns, and The Matrix Reloaded.

3. He Was Homeless

Before finding success as an actor, Gerard Butler lived out of his van for two months after being fired from his job as a lawyer.

4. Started His Own Production Company

In 2011, Gerard Butler started his own production company called Evil Twins, which has produced several films such as London Has Fallen and Gods of Egypt.

5. Appeared in Multiple Musicals

Gerard Butler has appeared in multiple musicals, including Grease, Guys and Dolls, and Chicago.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Gerard Butler birthday?

Gerard Butler, a renowned Scottish actor, was born on November 13, 1969, and is currently 53 years old. He is best known for his roles in many popular films, including 300 and Phantom of the Opera, as well as the romantic comedy P.S. I Love You.

What is the Net Worth of Gerard Butler?

Gerard Butler has an estimated net worth of $40M. His wealth is mainly attributed to his successful acting career, having starred in a variety of critically acclaimed films and television shows. He has also earned significant income from endorsement deals and production work.