Jacob Elordi: 24 facts about the Euphoria actor you need to know

1. Everything you need to know about Jacob Elordi

Jacob Elordi may have become a teen heartthrob thanks to his starring role in The Kissing Booth but his critically acclaimed performance in HBO's Euphoria proves that he is one of Hollywood's most promising young stars. Get to know Jacob here. [Jeff Kravitz via Getty Images]

2. How old is Jacob Elordi?

Jacob Elordi was born on June 26th in 1997. He is 25 years old. [Netflix]

3. What is Jacob Elordi's star sign?

Jacob Elordi is a late June baby so that makes him a Cancer. [Netflix]

4. Where is Jacob Elordi from? Is he Australian?

Jacob Elordi was born and raised in Brisbane, Australia, but now lives in the US. [Netflix]

5. How tall is Jacob Elordi?

Jacob Elordi is six feet and five inches tall or 1.95 in metres. Jacob actually used to lie about his height after being told he was "too tall" to act. He told GQ: "I was super nervous about telling people my height. I used to try and pass for 6'2" or 6'3" but I'm actually 6'5". So online there's all different kinds of numbers. I've just sold myself out. Just because people hear 6'5" and they go like 'you're a giant' but if I stand next to someone who's 6'3", the difference is tiny." [Netflix]

6. Who plays Noah Flynn in The Kissing Booth on Netflix?

Jacob Elordi plays Noah Flynn in Netflix's hit teen drama The Kissing Booth. Noah is Elle's (Joey King) boyfriend who struggles to maintain his long-distance relationship with her whilst they go to college. Jacob also plays Noah in the movie's 2020 and 2021 sequels: The Kissing Booth 2 and The Kissing Booth 3. [Getty Images]

7. Who plays Nate in Euphoria on HBO?

Jacob Elordi is the actor who plays Nate Jacobs in Euphoria on HBO. Nate is a jock and a bully with a complex backstory. Jacob stars alongside the likes of Zendaya, Sydney Sweeney and Eric Dane. [HBO]

8. Does Jacob Elordi have a girlfriend?

Jacob currently appears to be single. The actor reportedly split from influencer Olivia Jade in August 2022 and model Kaia Gerber in November 2021. He's also rumoured to have dated his Euphoria co-star Zendaya. Jacob previously had a longterm relationship with Joey King which began while filming The Kissing Booth. [Getty Images]

9. Why did Jacob Elordi and Joey King break up?

Jacob Elordi and Joey King started dating shortly after meeting on set of The Kissing Booth in 2017. However, they split in private around the start of 2019. Speaking about working together again on The Kissing Both 2, Joey told Lauren Elizabeth on her podcast: "It was a wild experience, but honestly, it was a really beautiful time because I learned a lot about myself and I grew as an actor, I grew as a person." Jacob is yet to public address the break up. [@joeyking via Instagram]

10. Are Jacob Elordi and Zendaya dating?

Ever since Euphoria came out on HBO, Jacob Elordi and Zendaya fans started speculating that the two stars may be in a relationship. In September 2019, Jacob appeared to shut down dating rumours, telling GQ Australia: "She's like my sister". However, in February 2020, they were spotted out together in New York and the photos were so intimate that rumours started circulating again. Jacob and Zendaya are yet to confirm anything though. [FilmMagic/FilmMagic]

11. Are Jacob Elordi and Kaia Gerber dating?

Dating rumours began swirling after Jacob and Kaia were spotted out and about together in September 2020. The pair were seen holding hands in New York City as well as out for dinner in Malibu. On Halloween 2020, the pair made their relationship Instagram official by dressing up as Elvis and Priscilla Presley. Jacob and Kaia split in November 2021. PA Images]

12. Are Jacob Elordi and Olivia Jade dating?

Jacob Elordi and YouTuber Olivia Jade were photographed together in LA in December 2021. People reported that "Olivia and Jacob are casually dating". However, in August 2022, the Daily Mail reported that the couple had split. [@oliviajade via Instagram, Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic for HBO]

13. Jacob Elordi is a budding young activist

Jacob Elordi may not be from the US but he is not afraid to get involved in important activism. He took part in the March for Our Lives protest in 2018 and has since spoken out in support of the Black Lives Matter movement. [Instagram]

14. Jacob Elordi knows how to ride a motorbike

No that's not a stunt double. Jacob really had to learn how to ride a motorbike for The Kissing Booth. [Netflix]

15. Does Jacob Elordi use social media?

Jacob Elordi has a Twitter account (@JacobElordi). He first tweeted in July 2018 to announce his new show Euphoria however his account has since been suspended. Jacob started using Instagram in April 2017 (@jacobelordi) and has since amassed over 13.2 million followers. Jacob does not have a public TikTok account. [Netflix]

16. Jacob Elordi is a huge fan of Heath Ledger

Anyone who stans Jacob will know that he loves Heath Ledger. The teen heartthrob regularly references the acting legend in interviews. [Netflix]

17. Jacob Elordi is inspired by old-school actors like James Dean and Marlon Brando

Take one look at Jacob's Instagram (@jacobelordi) and you will see that he has a huge appreciation of the greats. James Dean and Marlon Brando often appear on his feed. [Netflix]

18. Jacob Elordi is a talented photographer

Watch out Cole Sprouse, Jacob Elordi is in town. Not content with just being an amazing actor, Jacob is also an incredible photographer. Check out his Instagram (@jacobelordi) to see his work. [@jacobelordi via Instagram]

19. Jacob Elordi started acting professionaly by playing the Cat in the Hat in Seussical

Not only can Jacob Elordi act but he can also sing. The rising star got his big break as the Cat in the Hat in a production of Seussical. [Getty Images]

20. Jacob Elordi was in The Pirates of the Carribean: Dead Men Tell No Tales

Jacob Elordi landed his first Hollywood role in The Pirates of the Carribean: Dead Men Tell No Tales. He is uncredited but easy to spot. [Getty Images]

21. Jacob Elordi stars alongside Kylie Minogue in Swinging Safari

A critically acclaimed comedy drama featuring Kylie Minogue, Guy Pearce and Jacob Elordi? Count us in. [@jacobelordi via Instagram]

22. What is Jacob Elordi's net worth?

Jacob Elordi's net worth is estimated to be $3,000,000. This is thanks to his hit roles in The Kissing Booth on Netflix and Euphoria on HBO. [Netflix]

Jacob Elordi Calvin Klein underwear model

23. Jacob Elordi is a Calvin Klein underwear model

As well as being an actor, Jacob Elordi is a Calvin Klein underwear model. Jacob stripped down to his boxers in a 2019 commercial alongside stars including Odell Beckham Jr., Bella Hadid and Naomi Campbell. [@jacobelordi via Instagram]

24. What movies and TV shows has Jacob Elordi been in?

As well as The Kissing Booth and Euphoria, Jacob Elordi has acted in Pirates of the Carribean: Dead Men Tell No Tales, Swinging Safari, The Bend and The Mortuary Collection. He's also bagged roles in Deep Water, 2 Hearts and, of course, The Kissing Booth 2 and 3. [Netflix]