Austin Butler on swinging into stardom after ‘Elvis’

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  • In 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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КОМЕНТАРІ • 233

  • @gailvarchula5542
    @gailvarchula5542 Рік тому +6

    AUSTIN WAS WONDERFUL AS ELVIS. DESERVES OSCAR. BEST WISHES TO AUSTIN.

  • @bonnieelliot6356
    @bonnieelliot6356 Рік тому +5

    Wow! Closest to Elvis ever!!What a performance!

  • @PrincessMeggala0913
    @PrincessMeggala0913 Рік тому +17

    The way he talked about his mom 💔 Aww.

  • @lisadamico8278
    @lisadamico8278 Рік тому +46

    Now winning THE BAFTA AWARD. .👏
    On to OSCARS 3/12/2023

  • @misssophie6515
    @misssophie6515 Рік тому +8

    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

  • @naomichadwick4223
    @naomichadwick4223 Рік тому +20

    He Just Won The BAFTA Y'all!!!!!!!!!!!!!
    Also, if one more interviewer makes him cry, I will HURT Them 😡😡😡😡😡

  • @annarichardson8284
    @annarichardson8284 Рік тому +10

    this actor is incredible

  • @lifeissweet9826
    @lifeissweet9826 Рік тому +6

    "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.

  • @susyq810
    @susyq810 Рік тому +11

    My boy! My boy! ....I think Elvis would be proud and honored.❤️

  • @joanncoopertroupe3506
    @joanncoopertroupe3506 Рік тому +17

    God Bless Baz !! for Knowing this was your Part in Elvis!!

  • @keithbrockie6716
    @keithbrockie6716 Рік тому +10

    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)

  • @jolantasokalska4201
    @jolantasokalska4201 Рік тому +8

    He opens new era in America*s film.
    Actor of Spirit.

  • @maxbluenose25
    @maxbluenose25 Рік тому +9

    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
    @USAMex00 Рік тому +15

    Soon to be academy award winner!

  • @jeannecummings1363
    @jeannecummings1363 Рік тому +10

    He deserves an Oscar!!

  • @e.daniels5971
    @e.daniels5971 Рік тому +21

    Lots of actors in the biz. But Butler isThe Real Deal. And ... A Movie Star.
    That combo is a very, very small club.

  • @elizabradley4797
    @elizabradley4797 Рік тому +13

    Austin is such an unpretentious kid ~ so appreciative ~ hard working ~ just soooooo sweet ~ 💓💕💖💗😘

  • @joanncoopertroupe3506
    @joanncoopertroupe3506 Рік тому +15

    Congrats Austin!! You Nailed it On Elvis Movie!! Stay Humble!! You Will Go. Far!! God Bless You Hugs Jo Ann age 64 North Florida!!

  • @carmenkozel7114
    @carmenkozel7114 Рік тому +22

    Austin nailed the essence of Elvis. He's is so sweet and humble. Love him ❤

  • @barefootlovers
    @barefootlovers Рік тому +22

    He’s beautiful, as a soul

  • @rebelchild9905
    @rebelchild9905 Рік тому +4

    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

  • @Tere999
    @Tere999 Рік тому +4

    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
      @cynthiasantos4093 Рік тому +1

      I agree. His performance is not just the best for 2022, but it's one of the best ones for all time.

  • @fuzzyarmadillo1320
    @fuzzyarmadillo1320 Рік тому +6

    Elvis also memorized all of his co-star's lines in the movies he was in.

  • @strayfreckles
    @strayfreckles Рік тому +17

    please, protect this human, he's so... so gentle, so beautiful, so honest.

  • @robynheavner4689
    @robynheavner4689 Рік тому +5

    God Bless, Austin! Please stay humble and grounded! ❤🙏

  • @barbaramatthews696
    @barbaramatthews696 Рік тому +4

    Austin's Mother would be so very Proud of him ❤

    • @edm5378
      @edm5378 Рік тому +1

      His mother's failed dreams to become an actor became part of his. He was serious about living for both of them.

  • @sicilialicari6500
    @sicilialicari6500 Рік тому +4

    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 ❤

  • @reneestrazzere7044
    @reneestrazzere7044 Рік тому +3

    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.

  • @sandrariggsmoore4146
    @sandrariggsmoore4146 Рік тому +5

    Should have got an Oscar

  • @makeyourself1988
    @makeyourself1988 Рік тому +4

    Finally watched the movie… he is brilliant as Elvis. Tom Hanks is so good too.

  • @realloismarlene
    @realloismarlene Рік тому +5

    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🤭.

  • @AngelasJoys
    @AngelasJoys Рік тому +123

    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.

  • @Michi85387
    @Michi85387 Рік тому +33

    Austin Butler is what Hollywood needs right now, humble, sincere, talented, gorgeous. Bless him & his mama.

  • @debbiebrown3323
    @debbiebrown3323 Рік тому +3

    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.

  • @texastank9413
    @texastank9413 Рік тому +109

    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
      @memphisflashfan1 Рік тому +17

      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
      @miriedewaal6668 Рік тому +9

      You make us proud!😇

    • @melaniecleveland3773
      @melaniecleveland3773 Рік тому +1

      He gave this movie everything he had to make it an Epic Film!!

  • @kerriebeckett6648
    @kerriebeckett6648 Рік тому +3

    Austin was brilliant as Elvis ♥️

  • @KarlaElaine100
    @KarlaElaine100 Рік тому +17

    Excellent interview!

  • @wieragajdzinska1753
    @wieragajdzinska1753 Рік тому +11

    Congratulations Austin💐

  • @DYA9091
    @DYA9091 Рік тому +193

    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
      @kballerh Рік тому

      You can get off your knees now!

    • @DYA9091
      @DYA9091 Рік тому +1

      @@kballerh are you always so vulgar??

    • @lifeissweet9826
      @lifeissweet9826 Рік тому +10

      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
      @DYA9091 Рік тому +12

      @NDY I've met him several times since he was doing the Iceman Cometh. And btw he was absolutely magnificent as Don Parritt.

    • @lifeissweet9826
      @lifeissweet9826 Рік тому +4

      @@DYA9091 I'd love to see that play.

  • @carolrice1371
    @carolrice1371 Рік тому +5

    Best interview yet!❤❤❤❤

  • @cynthiastarks7161
    @cynthiastarks7161 Рік тому +2

    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!

  • @debrapark657
    @debrapark657 Рік тому +5

    I love AUSTIN AND HOPE TO SEE HIM IN MANY MANY MORE MOVIE !!!

  • @lindafrancis1237
    @lindafrancis1237 Рік тому +17

    I love Austin ❤

  • @fousies
    @fousies Рік тому +25

    Pretty sure his mom is his angel right now

  • @jeikevanvelthoven6726
    @jeikevanvelthoven6726 Рік тому +12

    Fantastic Mr Austin bulter how you impress me

  • @KlassyKat45
    @KlassyKat45 Рік тому +39

    Such a humble guy. I hope he wins the Oscar.

  • @lucyromano-cw9fv
    @lucyromano-cw9fv Рік тому +3

    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 !!!

  • @christineelio8269
    @christineelio8269 Рік тому +1

    Austin is a special man. His dedication to the role of Elvis is spectacular. He deserves all the awards.

  • @Tif91522
    @Tif91522 Рік тому +2

    Austin Butler
    Is a cutie pie
    A wonderful actor
    And a wonderful gentleman
    And he is truly Elvis Presley!💘
    We Love You Austin Butler!💘
    Keep up the good work !💘💖💘💖💘💖💘💖💘💖💘
    We Love You!💘💘💘💘💘💘💘

  • @ruthnagarya2028
    @ruthnagarya2028 Рік тому +162

    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!!!

  • @sandygray3546
    @sandygray3546 Рік тому +3

    Love this humble..talented man..he should've won the Oscar!..Forever Elvis fan

  • @roseanne3100
    @roseanne3100 Рік тому +3

    He was amazing in this movie and he seems like such a nice person.

  • @Boomer2304
    @Boomer2304 Рік тому +14

    Love both !

  • @Nazaba09
    @Nazaba09 Рік тому +60

    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
      @MalloryNewcomb Рік тому +9

      That is so sweet! Glad he could give you some love and a good memory

  • @lyndaatkinson3692
    @lyndaatkinson3692 Рік тому +3

    Austin is fantastic ,in this role of Elvis

  • @bonnieikamas1201
    @bonnieikamas1201 Рік тому +4

    Magnificent ❤

  • @mmangelsun
    @mmangelsun Рік тому +4

    Kind, humble, and gets it. She would be very proud.

  • @jen7834
    @jen7834 Рік тому +21

    An angel walks among us. ❤

  • @emerald637
    @emerald637 Рік тому +21

    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.

  • @katherinemartin4426
    @katherinemartin4426 Рік тому +4

    Always a fan of you & your singing! ♥️🌟👋

  • @joanmorse3007
    @joanmorse3007 Рік тому +4

    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.

  • @shirleyweaver4214
    @shirleyweaver4214 Рік тому +29

    Love Austin hope he wins the oscar

  • @anpad9793
    @anpad9793 Рік тому +3

    Fabuleux Austin🙆‍♀️

  • @susandibble3525
    @susandibble3525 Рік тому +3

    He should win all the awards for his performance 🙏

  • @vickydiehl2195
    @vickydiehl2195 Рік тому +22

    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*

  • @debrafrakes6479
    @debrafrakes6479 Рік тому +3

    he is SO grateful for his success and he truly loves the Presleys. Truly devastated by Lisa Maries death.

  • @beverlyweeks6692
    @beverlyweeks6692 Рік тому +4

    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.

  • @sarahdanielle7591
    @sarahdanielle7591 Рік тому +70

    He had me choked up talking about his mom. Why can’t we just hug him Omgoodness what a Beautiful man he is.😊🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻❤️❤️❤️

  • @susansnow8391
    @susansnow8391 Рік тому +1

    I watched this again and I just can't say enough about Austin 💖 He is Amazing and literally owns my heart ✨💖✨

  • @sj4632
    @sj4632 Рік тому +3

    What a great guy...I'm glad Elvis did great and his performance was awesome.

  • @amandarayray9340
    @amandarayray9340 Рік тому +1

    Austin was such a blessing and comfort to our beautiful Lisa Marie ❤❤❤

  • @margaretbell7704
    @margaretbell7704 Рік тому +29

    This young man is so honest 👏

  • @judilehman1481
    @judilehman1481 Рік тому +5

    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
      @ktharris345 Рік тому +1

      I am completely disgusted with Oscar awards to much less deserving people.

  • @greg58z4
    @greg58z4 11 місяців тому +1

    Love you, GO FULL TIME ELVIS❣️❣️❣️

  • @jeannereed4211
    @jeannereed4211 Рік тому +5

    I was really disappointed AUSTIN didn’t win the Oscar. It was an atrocity he didn’t. The powers that be of the Academy ought to be ashamed big time. I pray he will always be the fine young man he is today. God Bless you AUSTIN always!

    • @edm5378
      @edm5378 Рік тому +1

      AMPAS is really big on narratives + their momentum.

  • @edwinvalentinocamacho7220
    @edwinvalentinocamacho7220 Рік тому +3

    Such a incredible actor, ty for bringing so much love to the world.

  • @cryforthemoon
    @cryforthemoon Рік тому +37

    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
      @valerielove9837 Рік тому +9

      Well said!!

    • @Irene-qe5hu
      @Irene-qe5hu Рік тому +1

      I agree ! I just hope that fame and Hollywood doesn't change him...

    • @dianekiley4394
      @dianekiley4394 Рік тому

      D>dtheel:ismovee)viswonatthesgo;lded%o)b

  • @kimberlyjones1813
    @kimberlyjones1813 Рік тому +3

    Love him

  • @guadlaupegallegos7840
    @guadlaupegallegos7840 Рік тому +41

    I love Elvis⚡️ .. Austin did a beautiful job well deserved! 👏

    • @juneb6558
      @juneb6558 Рік тому +5

      Austin was the one Elvis fans had been waiting for. 🤩

  • @eliarosalesperez2527
    @eliarosalesperez2527 Рік тому +6

    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

  • @melaniebaird
    @melaniebaird Рік тому +27

    What a beautiful man inside and out....love you Austin!!

  • @vibeatles
    @vibeatles Рік тому +62

    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.

  • @carolynsosmena8222
    @carolynsosmena8222 Рік тому +7

    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👍🏼❤❤❤❤❤

  • @Kahayuman
    @Kahayuman Рік тому +11

    he got the bohemian rhapsody win written all over his shimmering elvis clothes

  • @susansnow8391
    @susansnow8391 Рік тому +3

    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 💖✨💖

  • @charleneforet8410
    @charleneforet8410 Рік тому +1

    🌈💌Elvis Presley is a Very Confident Soul🥀

  • @belindaremus9976
    @belindaremus9976 Рік тому +1

    Love Austin Butler❤❤

  • @Pope4FAVs
    @Pope4FAVs Рік тому +27

    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❤🎬❤

  • @blacksocks4298
    @blacksocks4298 Рік тому +5

    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

  • @judydurham6808
    @judydurham6808 Рік тому +21

    Austin has amazing qualities. He deserves to win the Oscar. A great interview.Thank you.

  • @thyop89
    @thyop89 Місяць тому

    It is so wonderful to see a lead actor who embraces his vulnerablilty and is comfortable expressing emotion. This is why he is so exceptional. I hope he never loses touch with those parts of himself.

  • @dianadom4742
    @dianadom4742 4 місяці тому

    Austin Butler Is So Down To Earth. ❤

  • @robertaworthington6490
    @robertaworthington6490 Рік тому +14

    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.

  • @littlesister7021
    @littlesister7021 Рік тому +66

    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.

  • @rascalete100
    @rascalete100 Рік тому +1

    Austin Butler should have won the Oscar!!

  • @cynthiadenton1849
    @cynthiadenton1849 Рік тому +2

    Austin Butler. Did a awesome. Job play geatest Legend as EAP In move Elvis so true to Elvis life

  • @hannahlapier7649
    @hannahlapier7649 Рік тому +12

    i saw this yesterday morning on tv and i started jumping up and down like a little girl i can’t help myself 😭❤️

  • @xoxo-wl5ol
    @xoxo-wl5ol Рік тому +12

    i love him so much aghigheghhgh help

  • @thiagomuniz8607
    @thiagomuniz8607 Рік тому +16

    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!!!

  • @ovok10
    @ovok10 Рік тому +10

    ❤❤

    • @susanbarco2579
      @susanbarco2579 Рік тому +1

      Have you heard Austin’s rendition of “In The Ghetto”? It’s almost hard to tell the difference.