Ansel Elgort

Ansel Elgort is an American actor, model, and musician who achieved international recognition through major film roles and high-fashion campaigns. Born on March 14, 1994, in New York City, he was raised in an artistic family that encouraged his creative development. Elgort gained widespread fame for his roles in feature films such as The Fault in Our Stars, Baby Driver, and West Side Story. Beyond cinema, he has established a prominent career in modeling and electronic music.

Early Life and Background

Elgort was raised in Manhattan by parents prominent in the creative arts. His father, Arthur Elgort, is a veteran fashion photographer for Vogue, while his mother, Grethe Barrett Holby, is an opera director. Growing up around artistic influences, he attended the Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music & Art and Performing Arts. He also trained at the School of American Ballet, developing performance skills that later supported his career in film, modeling, and music.

Acting and Modeling Career

Elgort made his cinematic debut in the 2013 horror film Carrie before gaining mainstream popularity in 2014 as Augustus Waters in the romantic drama The Fault in Our Stars and as Caleb Prior in The Divergent Series. His performance in Edgar Wright’s 2017 action film Baby Driver earned him a Golden Globe Award nomination. He later starred as Tony in Steven Spielberg’s 2021 musical adaptation of West Side Story and led the drama series Tokyo Vice. Alongside acting, Elgort has worked extensively as a model, featuring in campaigns for luxury brands including Prada and appearing in prominent fashion editorials.

Music and Personal Life

In addition to acting, Elgort produces electronic dance music under the alias Ansølo and releases pop singles under his own name. Based in New York City, he remains active across entertainment and fashion. In 2024, Elgort welcomed a child with his partner, Miona, expanding his focus toward fatherhood while continuing to work on film and fashion projects internationally.