In the dynamic world of Hollywood, achieving the status of an “Internet Boyfriend” is a coveted honor, and Callum Turner has recently earned this title. Following in the footsteps of fellow heartthrobs like Jacob Elordi and Jeremy Allen White, Turner has sparked headlines with rumors of a romantic involvement with Dua Lipa. From clandestine kisses at the premiere of Masters of the Air to paparazzi snapshots of alleged dates and tantalizing hints on @Deuxmoi, it seems this duo is destined for celebrity couple stardom.
Beyond matters of the heart, 2024 promises to be an exhilarating year for Turner. His latest venture, “The Boys in the Boat,” a sports drama directed by George Clooney, revolves around the triumph of the gold medal-winning US rowing team at the 1936 Berlin Olympics. Turner also graces the screen in “Masters of the Air,” a WWII drama co-produced by luminaries Steven Spielberg, Tom Hanks, and Gary Goetzman, set for release this month, starring alongside Barry Keoghan, Austin Butler, and the new Doctor Ncuti Gatwa.
For those unfamiliar, here are some key insights into Callum Turner.
1. A True Londoner: Despite his convincing accent work in various roles, Turner is a born and bred Londoner. Hailing from a West London estate, the 33-year-old proudly supports his local football team, Chelsea.
2. Familiar Face: Turner’s screen presence is not new. With roles in the Fantastic Beasts franchise, BBC’s “The Capture,” “Queen & Country,” and the BBC adaptation of “War & Peace,” he’s been a fixture on screens large and small. Turner was also scouted as a model at 17, though he humbly downplayed his success.
3. An Unexpected Path: Acting wasn’t Turner’s initial career choice. He dropped out of school to pursue football and even played semi-professionally for a season. At 19, while working in a shop, he signed up on a casting website, initiating his journey into acting.
4. Multi-Talented: In 2018, Turner showcased his directorial prowess with his debut short film, “Shift the Plane.” Inspired by his upbringing on an estate, the film explores the challenges faced by individuals unable to afford leaving their family homes despite having full-time jobs.
5. Love in the Limelight: Turner’s romantic history includes a four-year relationship with former co-star Vanessa Kirby. The duo met on the set of “Queen & Country” in 2014, igniting a connection that lasted for years.
As Callum Turner continues to captivate audiences on and off the screen, his journey promises a blend of talent, charisma, and intriguing personal tales.