ACTOR · BORN 1976
Lukas Haas
- Born
- 16 April 1976, West Hollywood, California, USA
- Known for
- Inception (2010), Red Riding Hood (2011), Music Box (1989), Lady in White (1988)
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Lukas Haas (born 16 April 1976) is an actor best known for Inception, Red Riding Hood and Music Box.
23 Interesting Facts About Lukas Haas
Interesting Facts (4)
- #001
Lukas Haas has been close friends with Leonardo DiCaprio since early in both their Hollywood careers, often seen together at events and on social media, and has been by DiCaprio's side at key moments in his career.
Lukas Haas: DavidImage: Wikimedia Commons · David Shankbone, CC BY-SA 3.0 - #002
- #003
Lukas Haas plays drums and piano in a band called The Rogues, a musical side that hasn't reached as wide an audience as his acting.
Lukas Haas: behind the scenesImage: Wikimedia Commons · Ha.lou.nke, CC BY-SA 4.0 - #004
In 1996, Lukas Haas made two films with Natalie Portman, Tim Burton's sci-fi comedy Mars Attacks! and Woody Allen's musical Everyone Says I Love You, both early in their careers, and the two became friends.
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- #006
Lukas Haas was considered for Dr. Spencer Reid on Criminal Minds, the long-running crime series that began in 2005, but turned it down because he didn't want to commit to a TV series at the time, and the part made Matthew Gray Gubler's name. Haas later guest-starred in one episode as a store clerk who turns out to be the elusive "Footpath Killer."
Lukas Haas: DavidImage: Wikimedia Commons · David Shankbone, CC BY-SA 3.0 - #007
Lukas Haas has appeared in two Kiefer Sutherland series, the acclaimed action show 24, which began in 2001, and the 2012 drama Touch.
Lukas Haas: portraitImage: Wikimedia Commons · Aubrey Gemignani, Public domain - #008
Lukas Haas co-starred with Harrison Ford in Witness (1985). Eleven years later, at the end of Mars Attacks! (1996), he receives a medal just as Ford did in Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope (1977), but where Ford got his from Carrie Fisher's Princess Leia, Haas gets his from Natalie Portman, who would later play Leia's mother, Queen Amidala.
- #009
Lukas Haas is known for his close friendship with the famous actor Leonardo DiCaprio. The two have shared a strong bond since the early years of their Hollywood careers. This friendship sometimes shows itself at events where they are seen together and in their social media posts. Haas has been by DiCaprio's side at important moments in his career, and the warm relationship between them has continued for many years.
- #010
Lukas Haas was considered for the role of Dr. Spencer Reid in Criminal Minds, a long-running crime series that began in 2005. However, at the time he did not want to commit regularly to a television series, so he turned the role down. The role was eventually given to Matthew Gray Gubler, and Gubler broke through with that character. Haas later appeared in one episode of the series as a guest actor; the store employee he played turned out to be the elusive serial killer known as the "Footpath Killer." This was recorded as an interesting twist in Haas's career.
- #011
Lukas Haas appeared as a guest actor in both the 1985 and the 2002 versions of The Twilight Zone, one of the classics of the science fiction and fantasy genre. The productions from these two different eras drew great interest from fans of the series. Haas's role in both adaptations shows his contribution to important works of the genre. In addition, this experience reveals his flexibility in being able to take part in television productions at different periods of his career.
- #012
Lukas Haas is the drummer and pianist of a music group called The Rogues. Actively involved in music alongside his acting, Haas plays both rhythm and melody instruments in this group. The Rogues has been a platform where he displays his musical talents. Although Haas's music career has not reached as wide an audience as his acting, it shows that he is a versatile artist.
- #013
Lukas Haas was inducted into the Texas Film Hall of Fame on 11 March 2010. This honor was given during the ceremony marking the list's 10th anniversary. The Texas Film Hall of Fame honors names that have contributed to the state's film and television world. Haas's inclusion on this list emphasizes his connection to Texas and his contribution to the state's cultural heritage. This award is regarded as an important turning point in his career.
- #014
Lukas Haas appeared in two different television series starring Kiefer Sutherland. The first of these was the action series 24, which began in 2001 and was widely acclaimed. The other was the drama series Touch, broadcast in 2012. In both productions, Haas shared the screen with Sutherland. Haas's presence in these series, known for Sutherland's strong performances, shows his diversity in the world of television.
- #015
In his youth, Lukas Haas was interested in ice skating and hockey. Between 1986 and 1988, he frequently went to the ice rink at Northcross Mall in Austin. It is known that he was a good skater at the time and that the rink staff liked him very much. Haas's interest in ice skating reveals that he was an energetic and active young man.
- #016
Lukas Haas is the son of Emily Tracy. His mother, Emily Tracy, played an important role in his life. His family's support was great in his career achievements. Although not much information is available about Emily Tracy, she is thought to have been influential in discovering and developing her son's talents. Haas has sometimes expressed his gratitude to his mother.
- #017
Lukas Haas shared the lead with Harrison Ford in the 1985 film Witness. Eleven years later, he appeared in the 1996 film Mars Attacks! At the end of that film, he receives a medal, just as Ford did in the 1977 film Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope. Ford had received the medal from Carrie Fisher, who played Princess Leia. Haas received his medal from Natalie Portman, who would later take on the role of Princess Leia's mother, Queen Amidala. This coincidence creates an interesting parallel between the two actors' careers.
- #018
Lukas Haas appeared in the 1998 film The Thin Red Line, but his scene was cut entirely during post-production. This happened to several actors in the film. Haas's performance did not make it into the final cut. Even so, the experience demonstrates his ability to take part in big-budget, director-driven projects. Haas has accepted that such situations are part of the nature of the acting profession.
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