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Alex Pettyfer

Breakthrough Role and Film Career

Pettyfer gained widespread fame in 2006 after portraying the titular role of Alex Rider in the film adaptation of Anthony Horowitz's novel "Stormbreaker." For his performance, he was nominated for both a Young Artist Award and an Empire Award. His rising popularity led to modeling gigs, including campaigns for Burberry.

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He continued to build his film career with lead roles in "I Am Number Four" (2011), a science fiction action-adventure, and "Beastly" (2011), a modern retelling of Beauty and the Beast. Pettyfer further expanded his résumé by appearing in "Magic Mike" (2012), where he played a young stripper opposite Channing Tatum, and in a supporting role in Lee Daniels’ historical drama "The Butler" (2013). He also starred in the romantic drama "Endless Love" (2014).

Personal Life and Public Image

Alex Pettyfer has attracted media attention for his personal relationships and distinctive tattoos. Among his tattoos is a Celtic cross on his right chest and an intertwined heart and initials "ER" on his inner arm, which stands for "Elizabeth Royal" and is not connected to his former girlfriend Emma Roberts. He dated Roberts briefly after they met while filming "Wild Child" (2007). Other notable relationships include a reported engagement to actress Dianna Agron between 2010 and 2011, as well as dating Dutch model Marloes Horst.

Social Media and Net Worth

Pettyfer has maintained a public presence with followers across social media platforms like Instagram, Tumblr, and Twitter. As of recent estimates, his net worth is approximately $3.5 million.

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Quick Facts
Birth Date: 10 Apr, 1990
Age: 30 yrs
Citizenship: United Kingdom
Birth Place: Stevenage
residence: Los Angeles
Education: American Academy of Dramatic Arts
Gender: Male
Description: English actor and model
Twitter Id: Alexpettyfer
Net Worth 2021: 3.5 million
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Last Modified: May 3 2025
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