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5 things to know about Jacob Elordi, the captivating actor in Les Indomptés
Revealed by the series Euphoria, Australian actor Jacob Elordi shines in Les Indomptés, a romantic drama by Daniel Minahan. The film follows a love triangle featuring rising stars Daisy Edgar-Jones and Will Poulter. As the film hits theaters this April 30, Numéro revisits the secrets of an actor who continues to impress.
Jacob Elordi in the film Oh, Canada (2024) © Foregone Film PSC.
His role in Euphoria catapulted Jacob Elordi into the spotlight
After gaining attention on Netflix with the romantic comedy trilogy The Kissing Booth (2018–2021), Jacob Elordi (age 27) rose to fame thanks to the character of Nate in the series Euphoria (2019), created by Sam Levinson. Portraying a troubled young man with toxic masculinity and violent mood swings, the Australian actor quickly emerged as a rising star in both TV and film.
Following the success of this cult series, known for its raw depiction of teenage trauma, Jacob Elordi went on to land roles such as in the erotic thriller Deep Water (2022), alongside established actors like Ben Affleck and Ana de Armas.
An actor redefining masculinity
In contrast to his angry teen persona in Euphoria, Jacob Elordi belongs to a new generation of men who are helping to reshape traditional ideas of masculinity. In the vein of stars like Timothée Chalamet and Harry Styles, who challenge gender norms with style on red carpets, Elordi has drawn attention for incorporating handbags into his everyday wardrobe. Spotted strolling through Los Angeles with a Bottega Veneta Andiamo or down New York avenues with a mini Locò bag from Valentino, he has helped redefine the “it-bag” as a unisex fashion statement.
Jacob Elordi in the film Priscilla (2024) © A24.
His unusual method for embodying Elvis Presley in Sofia Coppola’s Priscilla
Earlier this year, Jacob Elordi delivered a compelling performance as rock legend Elvis Presley in Priscilla, directed by Sofia Coppola, highlighting the singer’s darker, possessive, and violent traits. While fans debated comparisons between Elordi and Austin Butler (who also portrayed the King in Baz Luhrmann’s Elvis, 2022), the actor revealed a surprising approach to the role in an interview with Entertainment Weekly: he consumed 500 grams of bacon per day to achieve a physique similar to Presley’s. “You can’t really tell because I’m tall, but I’ve never been this big,” he admitted.
Jacob Elordi in the film Saltburn (2023) © Amazon Content Services LLC.
The irresistible and sensual star of the provocative film Saltburn alongside Barry Keoghan
Beyond Priscilla, Jacob Elordi captivated audiences in Saltburn (2023), playing a rich, seductive aristocrat who welcomes a working-class Oxford student into his lavish and decadent estate. The film, directed by Emerald Fennell (Promising Young Woman, 2020) and available on Prime Video, has stirred widespread attention, especially for its steamy scenes. The story also stars Irish actor Barry Keoghan, nominated for Best Supporting Actor at the Oscars for The Banshees of Inisherin (2023), and Rosamund Pike (Gone Girl), in a tale of social ambition and class tension.
Jacob Elordi in the film The Kissing Booth 2 (2018) © Marcos Cruz/Netflix.
An actor who idolizes James Dean and Marlon Brando
After portraying heartthrob Noah Flynn in The Kissing Booth trilogy (2018–2021), Jacob Elordi made it a point to move past the clean-cut boyfriend stereotype. He has often cited cinematic bad boys like James Dean, Marlon Brando, and Gary Oldman as his idols. Elordi has also expressed admiration for Heath Ledger, especially for his role in The Dark Knight (2008). With such influences, it’s clear that his future film choices will be anything but conventional.
Les Indomptés (2025), directed by Daniel Minahan, in theaters April 30, 2025.
