Nat Wolff: From Child Star to Multifaceted Entertainer

Early Life

Nathaniel Marvin "Nat" Wolff was born on December 17, 1994, in Los Angeles, California, to jazz pianist Michael Wolff and actress/writer Polly Draper, known for her role in Thirtysomething. He is the older brother of actor and musician Alex Wolff. Raised in New York City, Nat was brought up in a culturally Jewish household, influenced by his father's Jewish heritage and his mother's Christian background. He inherited Tourette's syndrome from his father. At age four, Nat taught himself to play major and minor chords on the piano, sparking his lifelong passion for music.

Career Beginnings

Nat's desire to perform emerged early. At age five, he formed a band called The Silver Boulders with friends, and by eight, he placed a sign on his bedroom door declaring, "I want to be a child actor!" His mother initially hesitated but allowed him to create a homemade sitcom, Don't Eat Off My Plate, which laid the groundwork for his future projects. Nat began his acting career with minor off-Broadway roles in his mother's plays Getting into Heaven (2003) and Heartbeat to Baghdad (2004) at The Flea Theater in Manhattan.

The Naked Brothers Band

Nat gained prominence through The Naked Brothers Band (2007–2009), a Nickelodeon series created by his mother. He starred alongside his brother Alex, composing music and performing as the lead singer and keyboardist. His father co-produced the soundtrack albums The Naked Brothers Band (2007) and I Don’t Want to Go to School (2008), both reaching #23 on the Billboard 200. The single "Crazy Car," written by Nat at age six, hit #83 on the Billboard Hot 100, possibly making him the youngest person to chart a song there. The series earned him a BMI Cable Award and nominations for Young Artist Awards and a Kids' Choice Award. The concept originated from a 2005 film of the same name, which won an Audience Award at the Hamptons International Film Festival.

Music Career

After the series ended, Nat and Alex formed the pop-rock duo Nat & Alex Wolff, releasing albums Black Sheep (2011), Public Places (2016), and Table for Two (2023). Nat wrote and performed songs like "Yes We Can" for Barack Obama’s campaign, which earned personal thanks from the president. In 2024, the duo toured as the opening act for Billie Eilish’s U.S. concerts.

Acting Career

Nat transitioned to film with roles in Peace, Love & Misunderstanding (2011), Stuck in Love (2012), Admission (2013), and Behaving Badly (2014). He played Isaac in The Fault in Our Stars (2014) and led as Quentin in Paper Towns (2015), both adaptations of John Green novels. Other notable films include Palo Alto (2013), Ashby (2015), Home Again (2017), Death Note (2017), Stella’s Last Weekend (2018), Rosy (2018), and Mortal (2020). In 2024, he appeared in Billie Eilish’s music video for "CHIHIRO" from her album Hit Me Hard and Soft.

Personal Life

Nat enjoys basketball, songwriting, and spending time with his family’s dog, E.T. He has been linked romantically to actresses like Bella Thorne, Ashley Benson, Suki Waterhouse, Margaret Qualley, and Grace Van Patten, with whom he began a relationship after meeting on the set of Good Posture (2017). In June 2025, Nat was spotted kissing Billie Eilish, sparking dating rumors. He continues to balance acting and music while maintaining a relatively private personal life.

Legacy

Nat Wolff has established himself as a versatile talent in acting and music, evolving from a child star to a respected figure in film and pop-rock. His early start, creative family, and dedication to his craft have made him a notable presence in entertainment.