"I was always really shy. That's why being in front of cameras like this is uncomfortable. I found that when I was a kid, I would hide behind playing pretend. That's when I would come out of my shell. I would dress up as an old man or something and go out onto the street with my mom. I would come out of my shell that way. So I ended up stumbling into acting. It was the one thing that I found a passion for."

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Austin Butler

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Austin Butler is an American actor known for his roles in 'Elvis' and 'The Carrie Diaries,' celebrated for his authentic portrayals and personal growth.

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