Ethan Hawke (born November 6, 1970, in Austin, Texas, U.S.) is an American actor, writer, and director. He studied at Carnegie Mellon University and began acting in film as a teenager, gaining early recognition with Dead Poets Society, which established his presence in serious dramatic roles.
He gained critical acclaim with Training Day, earning an Academy Award nomination, and is widely known for Before Sunrise, Boyhood, and First Reformed. Known for introspective, character-driven performances, he transitioned from youthful roles into a respected leading figure in independent and mainstream cinema.
He has continued with projects like The Black Phone and Moon Knight, while also directing films and writing novels. With a diverse career across film, theater, and literature, he remains a defining creative force shaping modern storytelling and performance.