Lucas Hedges

American Actor in 'Manchester by the Sea'

Lucas Hedges - American Actor in 'Manchester by the Sea'
Born

December 12th, 1996
28 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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An actor participated in several acclaimed films and performances. Recognized for contributions to both independent and mainstream cinema. Featured in 'Manchester by the Sea', earning an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor. Appeared in 'Lady Bird' and 'Boy Erased', showcasing versatility across genres. Engaged in theater, contributing to various stage productions.

Earned an Academy Award nomination for 'Manchester by the Sea'

Starred in 'Lady Bird'

Played a leading role in 'Boy Erased'

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