Austin Butler Shows Off His Elvis Impressions and Teaches Jimmy an Iconic Dance Move (Extended)
Austin Butler talks about the different impressions he had to do for his role as Elvis in the biopic Elvis, playing Elvis' guitar in the jungle room at Graceland and meeting Priscilla Presley for the first time.
The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. Stream now on Peacock: bit.ly/3gZJaNy
Subscribe NOW to The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon: bit.ly/1nwT1aN
Watch The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon Weeknights 11:35/10:35c
Get more The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon: www.nbc.com/the-tonight-show
JIMMY FALLON ON SOCIAL
Follow Jimmy: / jimmyfallon
Like Jimmy: / jimmyfallon
Follow Jimmy: / jimmyfallon
THE TONIGHT SHOW ON SOCIAL
Follow The Tonight Show: / fallontonight
Like The Tonight Show: / fallontonight
Follow The Tonight Show: / fallontonight
Tonight Show Tumblr: / fallontonight
The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon features hilarious highlights from the show, including comedy sketches, music parodies, celebrity interviews, ridiculous games, and, of course, Jimmy's Thank You Notes and hashtags! You'll also find behind the scenes videos and other great web exclusives.
GET MORE NBC
NBC KZhead: bit.ly/1dM1qBH
Like NBC: / nbc
Follow NBC: / nbc
NBC Instagram: / nbc
NBC Tumblr: / nbctv
Austin Butler Shows Off His Elvis Impressions and Teaches Jimmy an Iconic Dance Move (Extended)
/ fallontonight
#FallonTonight
#AustinButler
#JimmyFallon
For those saying he’s faking his voice, he’s NOT. He was voice trained for like 2+ years and he studied Elvis as well. He can’t just drop the accent immediately after filming lol. It’s gonna take some time for his real voice to come back
I don't think Austin Butler is faking his voice at all. His voice was very similar to Elvis and that's why Baz Luhrmann chose him. People are saying Austin doesn't sound the same from his early career. Of course, not he's getting older. Hello!! 🙄 Young Marlon Brando did not sound the same as old Marlon Brando. Compare Elvis and Priscilla Presley's voices from videos on KZhead when they were younger and how their voices sounded at the end. So different. At this point skeptics are splitting hairs trying to discredit this young actor. He's amazing.
They finished filming this movie over a year ago. He’s had plenty of time. We don’t see other people run into this for other roles on talk shows 🤔 I think he’s being young & leanin into it
@@sarahtanis1235 i don't mind it tbh
Get real, he's as fake as Elvis.
It’s similar to Alec Baldwin when he did his Trump impression….idk how long it took for him to learn Trump’s voice and practice it….but he got it pretty good, and when he finished playing Trump, apparently it was hard for him to get out of Trump’s voice and do his own voice.
I remember watching Bohemian Rhapsody and thinking how perfect Rami was for playing Freddie. He was absolutely spot on with everything.. But this guy. Jesus Christ he was like Elvis reincarnated. He had every single thing perfected! The look, the voice, the facial expressions, the moves especially! It's insane. I hope he gets a lot of awards for this, he absolutely deserves it.
CGI helped
So true there where moments I just saw Elvis.
I was thinking the same exact thing you are so right
Loved the movie. Grew up in 70s idolizing him and this movie did not disappoint!
His face unfortunately looks absolutely nothing like Elvis but he did a fantastic job with everything else that he could actually control
Austin WAS Elvis for that time on film. He was brilliant. Had the moves, the energy, the vulnerability, the spirit, and more. He also did many of the vocals. He deserves the Oscar!
Honestly nobody can do Elvis justice. Austin knew that even if his fans give him more credit than anyone can possibly earn here. Good job tho
Give this man fucking Oscar he don't deserve it he earned it
No he still is
@@tylerwyatt8988I think he can deserve no higher praise than Priscilla and Lisa Marie saying he just embodied elvis onscreen so that’s the backing of the two people closest to the man
I definitely agree!!
Out of every Elvis impersonator, Elvis movies, past, present. This is the only man that made me believe he is Elvis. He talk, walk, sing, and shake his ass just like Elvis. The performances are dead on. I don’t think there should be anyone else to star as Elvis from this point on but Austin. He was MORE than a treat to watch.❤ 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Saw Elvis this afternoon... im thinking Austin should get an Oscar for it.... he was THAT good!
AGREED.
100%
I TOTALLY AGREEEEE !!!!
yes sir
And Hanks as well, you hated Hanks' character, but his performance was fantastic
You can tell Jimmy isn’t faking this interview - sometimes he’s so extra with people but he’s just mesmerised with Austin
He faked or helped Biden or mumbles out tremendously.
Of course he is. He gave him a beej before the show.
I noticed that to
He's a huge fan boy here. Sometimes Jimmy is the best at this sort of thing.
Yeah, that's exactly what I was thinking
He brought Elvis to a new generation he deserves a Oscar Award!
Agree, it was brilliant.
I agree! I'm from 2002 and I did know about Elvis Presley but it wasn't until I watched this film that I learnt his story and I wanted to know more about him and his music. I love his music, he really knew how to sing and how to move as well! Jailhouse rock moves are really cool and by the way, he was handsome 😍 one of the most good looking guys I have ever seen. I wish he had a longer life for enjoying a lot more of his music but it's already cool that thanks to online platforms we can still enjoy his legacy.
And, the Oscars snubbed the movie.
@itsbritney1013 I'm glad you're discovering ELVIS. I been there since I was about 8-9 years old back in 1963. You won't be disappointed. I love you ELVIS forever!💜⚡️⚡️
He didn't get an Oscar but he got a Golden Globe.
even elvis' family praised this man !
When he put his hand on his face and you can see he's SHAKING. He's absolutely adorable and amazing actor. He's nervous but still does his best and pushes himself. Love this
Omg, thats reall! Now I see it. It was also So Good of Jimmy for starting that of easy and circuking to get the boy more calm.
@Jack Costabile yep definitely
@@Yamagatabr ikr?! He's one of my favorites for not making celebrities unnecessarily uncomfortable like other hosts we know 👀
Yes
omg adorable
he's such a good sport. he's clearly extremely shy, but still did the voices and the dances when asked to. hope his career skyrockets.
@Jack Costabile yeah he’s been acting forever but now everyone loves him and he’s everywhere I’m sure it’s overwhelming after being overlooked for so long. He deserves it! He seems humble
Wonder if there'll be Austin Butler impersonators..
awh this comment is so lovely
Oh yeah, those extremely shy good looking people that just so happen to gravitate towards starring in Hollywood movies
@@jamesjameson4566 the tone of your comment is very confusing
Jimmy is so Awe Struck. hes not even fake laughing. that's amazing.
Boy he sure git bothered when Austin touched him though. He gets freaked out. 😅
I haven't seen the movie but I got goosebumps watching that clip in the end. I'm 73 now. I was born in 1950 and Elvis was my idol throughout my young life, right through to now. Great job, Austin!
I grew up listening to Elvis with both of my parents and watching his films as well and my disabled Aunt was a superfan of Elvis so I myself know when a portrayal of Elvis is either great or a flop and this is no way a flop! You will not be disappointed when you get to see this movie!! Get your tissues out though because I cried like a baby!!
it’s crazy how Austin’s voice slowly changed while filming and now he sounds so similar to Elvis. it’s also insane how he sang AND played guitar AND danced just like Elvis. for all the people saying he looked nothing like Elvis- it doesn’t matter at all that he looks slightly different because he absolutely crushed all Elvis’ mannerisms. this man deserves an Oscar, i fell in love with that movie and HIM
Agree 100%!
like the costume designer for the film said in a recent interview with Vanity Fair: "It's not about imitation, it's about interpretation."
Ik same he played Elvis so perfectly he portrayed him how Elvis actually was
I was going to say the same thing!
Once the press tour is over, I think he will drop the accent. It reminds me of lady gaga and Bradley cooper flirting. It was all for the press and the Oscar nominations
He’s so humble about how incredible he was in this film. Just adds to his charisma. You can tell he approached the part with such care, and respect. I wish him nothing but continued success.
Him? Uh, guess again! Exactly the same as the 100% fake manufactured Elvis the 100% female born pelvis/Trump woman, that so called 100% fake named 100% also manufactured Austin Butler creature is in fact yet another Testosterone infested T-woman with a very obvious Adam's Apple Implant in her neck! Please do notice her ever present hands in her pockets to hide her very W I D E hips from your view as they all do! Please! Please do not ever let any of the putrid, vile, duncified dn ǝpıs uʍop gendered Hellywood parasite creatures fool you again! Please don't! "They" are 100% all dn ǝpıs uʍop gendered liars+deceivers+always have been on an utterly disgusting dn ǝpıs uʍop mission from their "g"od to deceive you and the rest of the unwitting masses of this world!
Reminds me of a young Johnny Depp
@@simpleagain1 Yes, he's very charming. I can almost compare his charm to Depp's. I hope he becomes successful, too. He seems like a cool guy.
@@simpleagain1 Both FEMALES! Exactly the same old tired program as the fake named 100% manufactured dn ǝpıs uʍop Elvis the 100% FEMALE born PELVIS/D. Trump Drag-King! Really hope their dn ǝpıs uʍop costumes aren't still fooling you! Are they?
He's not that humble.
He was robbed of an Oscar. Guy did a helluva job acting, singing and recreating performances. How did he not get it?
Because there was an actor called Brendan Fraser who gave the world a performance of equal or possibly even better skill & heart. No shame in not being given the honour when someone produces work of those levels. Both actors were very much worthy of the accolades they were given.
@@HalleyBay61I’m sure he was honored just to be nominated
@yesie8375 100% He has got so many roles off that performance it looks, so that's a win win.
cuz it's a rigged popularity contest.
If it was a rigged popularity concert he probably would have won. Say what you will, Brendan Fraser was amazing in The Whale.@@EFinn-kc6mo
Amazing actor. No one can do Elvis better than him. His looks, voice, acting, dance moves everything was amazing for this character 👌
He did and Amazing Awesome Job!! playing Elvis!!
Thanks 💕
Love Ya , Austin ! Judy❤
@@user-gv1cd9kf2j thanks for your love and support. I believe you are a part of my membership fan. Thanks 💕
Looks nothing like Elvis
A lot of people say that he's "faking his voice" or "trying to sound like Elvis" but what y'all have to understand is that he put his everything into this role for about 3 almost 4 years and literally studied Elvis from top to bottom. For example, it's like when you're around a person so much that you start to pick up on their mannerisms, the way they speak, their slang, etc. It's hard to just drop the "accent" when the cameras cut off because he spoke/acted like this for years and it started to become his lifestyle.
Cringe
Preachh🙌🙌🙌
@@taquitobandito6054 "taquito bandito"
Not only that, he had to go through voice coaching and training for more than a year, just like when you take singing lessons. That of course, made a huge impact on his natural voice.
@@1saamor897 ?
He’s been a hidden gem. I watched him in the Carrie Diaries as a teenager and thought he was the closest thing to this generations James Dean
I agree, I loved him in the Carrie Diaries. Elvis looks amazing, can’t wait to watch it!
One of Elvis’s favorite actors- Jimmy Dean
Jimmy was an amazing actor so that's a huge 👏
I miss that show 😭
Same!
i love how he talks about his mom every time the opportunity comes. she must have been so special to him. he went through a hard time when she passed, even took a break on acting. he talks about her with so much love and in a childish way that definitely makes him come back to the memories he had with her. he's so humble, so polite and so down to earth. he's adorable, i love him.
For those of us who love and miss Elvis so much even now after 45 and a half years, Austin Butler is a precious gift.
He Sure is!
I was sadly born 7 years after Elvis died but I've been in love with him since my childhood for some strange reason and this movie was a treat and I rewatch whenever I need a pick me up ❤
The ELVIS movie tooooooo mesmerising amazing from start to finish THANK U AUSTIN BAZ LURHMANN AUSTRALIA
You can tell how intensely he studied his character for years because his mannerisms and his vocals are still sticking to him. Even his speech.
apparently they gave him a coach for mannerisms and voicing. For about two years he was coached on it
@DMK666 no he was fine
And apparently he was the actually singing in the movie
@@princesam4401 in parts yes
@DMK666 Watch the movie.
I remember Vanessa Hudgens saying in an interview two years ago that this role would be Austin's, and that he was born to play Elvis and that would change his life. She was right, and it's a shame they aren't together anymore, as she was one of the most supportive and encouraging people. I hope he wins an Oscar, brilliant acting, he embodied Elvis in every way.
Agree, he really did an amazing job! Also, if you want to check out this Elvis Presley/Austin Butler vocal comparison I made, heres the link, they are singing trouble! kzhead.info/sun/bMmnmbRla3eOmoE/bejne.html
Yeah I had no idea who this young man was till I saw the Elvis movie, and he is SO amazing in it, and then I got curious about him and looked him up, and saw about Vanessa Hudgens and that is too bad they broke up, cause I saw that he is now, it seems, with that stick Kaia Gerber and yuck, that girl looks like an anorexic 10 year old, plus it's sad/wrong when people are famous only because of their parents....her mother is cindy crawford, she's just riding her mom's coat-tails, that is the only reason she's famous, cause she's really not pretty and would never be a model if not for mom.
Yeah, she was really excited, but also kind of jealous, after all she was the famous one when they first started dating. She was hoping to join him at the events related to the movie to promote herself and also get into serious acting. Well, too bad Austin decided he didn’t wanna be with someone who couldn’t just be genuinely happy for him. If it wasn’t for that they might have been an endgame.
Vanessa hugdens
@@mamamoma9238 you’re talking like you know them personally Lol
Austin Butler is amazing actor. He was fantastic as Elvis no one could have played Elvis has amazing has he did. Love the film.
I love this movie, can't stop watching it over and over.excellent job
I can’t believe this guy isn’t a star actor already with his looks, demeanor, and acting ability. I’m guessing he will be a star now. This guy would be perfect to play James Dean, if they made a movie on him.
He’s been around for a long time! I loved him in Carrie Diaries and he was in another show so it’s wild to me to see him in this and not see those characters. I shut my eyes when he did the voices and was blown away because I haven’t seen movie yet and only see him as those characters
Absolutely James Dean that’s a wonderful idea 💡
Perhaps but at a time I believe brad Pitt would have been perfect but I believe that ship has sailed now. They should give it a try james dean was elvises idol.
They already made a movie about James dean he was played by James Franco
He was in the Shannara Chronicles as well. Wil Ohmsford
He deserves an Oscar for his performance. He was incredibly good. It was a pleasure to see this film.
100%
the movie wasnt that good cmon now
@@219kentucky Shut up
@@219kentucky yes it is
@@219kentucky I've seen it twice now, it's seriously good man
Elvis movie made me loved Elvis Presley and Austin Butler. Im not a fan before but now I cannot stop watching about Elvis' documentaries, concerts and movies. He was humble and soooooo handsome! I will save and visit Graceland soon! 😍 Added to my bucket list!!!
Same. I'm obsessed lol
Yess me too
I just watched 'Elvis' today for the first time, and I was blown away. I grew up on Elvis. I was born in 1963, and one of the first songs I can remember dancing to was 'Hey Little Girl' from 'Harum Scarum', and my favorite record was his album 'Elvis' Golden Records'. My dad looked so much like Elvis that my mom told me when I looked at Elvis' pictures I would say "Da Da". I was twelve when Elvis died, and I will always remember exactly where I was and what I was doing that day. This was the most entertaining, heartbreaking, wonderful movie I've seen in a very long time. God bless you, Elvis. I love you!
This is probably the most organic interview that Jimmy's ever done. I'm sure there are some other more, but this one is simply very natural. No fake laughs, no overreactions, no nothing. I love how they gushes about each other. You can tell that they respect one another so much and Austin is just so sweet and so present. The way he tells his stories is just so captivating 😍🤍 This makes me really wanna see the movie a.s.a.p.
I don't agree. Gushing is repellent!
i've seen him like this with richard madden, too. the scottish charm lol
See it. It was fabulous and thus guy deserves all the accolades he's getting. His rendition was truly perfection
I completely completely agree
I noticed that too! I feel that jimmy really enjoyed this interview and was fascinated.
I was never an Elvis fan or even knew much about him, but after watching this movie I have a deep respect for this man and for Austin Butler for a phenomenal performance. You can tell Austin was immensely immersed in this film and his acting is definitely Oscar worthy (he better win something). Now I can't stop watching everything Elvis on KZhead - great man and truly an icon.
Elvis dated young girls and was emotionally and physically abusive please .
Yeah my daughter is the same way
@@phoenixrising8860 he dated young girls, yeah, him being emotionally abusive isnt his fault, if you watched the movie. the young girls part is little shocking but atleast he “waited” i just think it was his down spiral frl, very tragic
@@vectormxl2016 he stole music from the black community . He’s nothing more then a child sex predator , abuser and culture thief and racist
@@vectormxl2016 being emotionally abusive to other people is always your fault, you may have your own shit going on but that doesn't mean you're not accountable for your actions. your problems can be used as an explanation and a way to understand your actions, not an excuse. 'he waited' until Priscilla was 17 to move her in and have penetrative sex with her, they did other sexual stuff which Priscilla admitted in her memoir before that, suggesting the only reason he waited was to stay on the right side of the law. he was interested in Priscilla because he wanted to 'mould her into the perfect wife' and after she got pregnant he was no longer interested in her. when she was 7 months pregnant he left her then got back together with her while womanising on the side. when she cheated on him and he found out, Priscilla said in the book that he raped her 'to show her what a real man was.' this all comes from a woman that is still dedicated to him to this very day, so I'm inclined to believe her. stop making excuses for this man. www.thethings.com/elvis-presleys-wife-priscilla-abuse/ www.express.co.uk/entertainment/music/1237459/Elvis-Presley-Priscilla-sex-threesomes-polaroids-underage-how-old-14-interview-fans-music
The role was such a huge task, and it might have gone either way. As it was, he approached it with respect and humbleness and hard work. Austin is fully deserving of all the awards and praise he receives.
He did a great job. when you first see him, you're going mmm he's looks a bit different from Elvis... but then he is so on point with the voice, the mannerisms and movements... you start to simply accept him as Elvis on the screen.
He's bloody gorgeous
Ok let me say this. Give the guy the Oscar now. He was incredible. To play the King you better do it right. And he knocked it out of the park.
😂🤣😅
he should...
1000% agree!!
I definitely agree 💯
FOR REALZZZZZZZZZZZ
Elvis truly wanted to have a serious acting career and believed he was capable of winning an Oscar. I believe Austin is going to win it for him. What a moment it will be to see him accept the award truly on behalf of Elvis!
that’s a really sweet outlook. when Elvis was alive, he didn’t achieve it, but his memory and legacy (through Austin) will. that’s beautiful.
He (best male actor) and Tom Hanks (for best male supporting actor) better win them.
@@wingman-1977 💯 agree
A nomination would be best for his career, but not a win this early. Winning too soon would possibly be a detriment. He deserves the nomination, but there are more deserving actors who have been at this a lot longer who should probably get before he does. He has a very long and lucrative career ahead of him and as long as he stays on that old saying, "The straight and narrow", he'll be just fine.
@@noodledogs also very sad. Imagine the people acting/impersonating as you ended up winning the award that you aspired for?
Decades later Elvis is still making us go crazy with that wiggle 😍 Austin nailed it!
One of the greatest acting performances by any actor! Austin Butler became Elvis Presley! Brendan Fraser was incredible in “The Whale”, but Austin’s overall performance, acting and singing surpassed all the others, and he was robbed of the Oscar by the Academy.
I did not expect him to sound like this, he has a pretty cool, raspy voice.
He’s faking it
@@adamrichard7311 I was gonna Say the same thing, HE IS FAKING IT
@@CGamez-re3hu not so much faking it, but still selling the movie. He’s in character still
@@adamrichard7311 in character still
Yeah, I don't remember him sounding like that.
The best Elvis film ever made. It actually felt like I was watching the real Elvis on screen. One talented young man.
Ney, like any movie it is too dramatic. The real one screwed up and died.
@@Professionalnyj_Troll are you not going to die? As we all do & being one of the most talented & love people of the 20th century is screwing up. Please tell me your achievements in this life. ......& as for the film, well that's Hollywood for you they call it artistic licence.
@@scottthomas9485 Ney, I am not going to die.
@@Professionalnyj_Troll you have GOT to be joking. first of all, do you realize the entire purpose of movies is to be dramatic. They're dramas... secondly the movie perfectly captured the essence of Elvis and his life, which was dramatic in itself. Even his former wife Priscilla said the movie was perfect....
@@kinleyharris6076 Nay, I am not joking.
Austin Butler did an amazing job as Elvis . He was so deserving of an Oscar . It is sad he didn't get it . Rock on Austin Butler .
Austin made me so proud doing Elvis, just like Lisa Marie was proud. I won't go into detail about my roots with Elvis. OMG! It is the ultimate love letter to Elvis!! I love you, Austin!!!
“i gotta take a moment here, im on the jimmy fallon show talking about playing elvis” that was so pure, what a humanizing moment 😭
The most beautiful moment that touches my heart too💖
I have to admit I'm a pretty tough judge when it comes to Elvis impersonators. And I don't give compliments freely when it comes to Elvis. But I'm absolutely in love with this young man. And to hear this interview with Jimmy I was so heart warmed. He did Elvis proud. He made it his passion to learn to feel Elvis. I cried thru the whole movie. Yes I was sad, I will miss Elvis until the day I die. I've loved Elvis my whole life. I cried because it was like I was watching Elvis. I got goose bumps and felt giddy. I saw Elvis in Omaha NE in 1972. I was 12 years old and I promised myself someday I would be one of those beautiful women in the front row getting a kiss and a scarf. And he was gonna fall in love with me and marry me. Elvis passed I was 16 years old. So I never got to o grow up to see that dream thru. And it traumatized me for years afterward. I've been to Graceland twice. In my early 20's. And I felt Elvis's spirit in the home he so loved. I placed a long stemmed white rose on Elvis's grave. And I cried harder than most people have ever seen. It's on my bucket list to go back to Graceland. Mr. Butler made Elvis's feelings and excitement surge thru me. I'm so impressed it was easy to see that his acting came from his love of music and his respect and admiration for Elvis. This sounds stupid but I felt Elvis thru him. I want to see the movie again. In case I missed something. I will also be buying the movie and SOUNDTRACK when it becomes available. I'm quite sure we're seeing a star be born. God Bless him. He's got a huge fan in myself. I revert back to what I've always said "ELVIS WAS MY FIRST LOVE AND ELVIS WILL BE MY LAST LOVE." And this movie and Austin Butler is deserving of the highest accolades in Hollywood. Thank you for your time.
@@cindylbrennenstuhl4321 - thank you for sharing your story! I'm only 27 and I went to see the movie twice so far. It was amazing and beautiful. ❤️ I feel like Austin really made me feel like I was watching the real Elvis too sometimes!
That was pure honesty .
This kid has Elvis in his soul. God gave him this gig, without a doubt.
Pleaseeeeeeeee go watch it. He nailed it
@@christiancalderon3821 - seen it mate. Epic.
I WANT THE ENTIRE WORLD TO SEE THIS MOVIE. UNBELIEVABLE. THE KING IS BACK FROM THE FRESH. JUST UNBELIEVABLE FILM
Elvis reincarnated !
He ain’t a kid bruh man is 30 yrs old
I am an Elvis lover and he did a great job. Give him the Oscar
Austin was awesome portraying Elvis!!! Bravo
As a lifelong Elvis fan, tribute artist for 5 years and something of a lay historian of EP, I applaud Mr. Butler's performance. It is truly Oscar worthy.
I think the Spirit of the Man Austin portrayed will be with him from now on. This was a Command Performance that clearly shows that He was with him throughout the whole process, start to finish, and I think, beyond.
As a historian, do you believe it to be possible that Elvis fathered other children? Possibly unknowingly? Given what the Memphis Mafia has said about his promiscuity, I have always thought it to be possible. Although, no one who's ever been publicly photographed has ever bared as much resemblance to him as Lisa Marie.
@@caitlynrolfe7672 anything's possible, but it seriously doubt it.
@@michaelstorm2165 I absolutely agree!!...he didn't just play Elvis in this movie -- he was TOUCHED by Elvis, and I think he'll carry him with him forever. Thank you, Austin!! ❤️⚡️❤️
Austin deserves an Oscar...he did an amazing job. It wasn't just another Elvis impersonation...it was capturing the embodiment of the man. And his voice...lol... the vocal coach says he'll probably never get his original voice back after the grueling training. That's crazy. Austin did that.
I thought his portrayal of Elvis later years in Vegas was spot on --- all the movements onstage were just like I remember
It is so heartwarming to see a rising star, be humble & so kind & considerate, he will go far!!!
I love how serious he took this role. He really did his research and has brought so much honor and respect to Elvis and his family. I was in awe while watching the movie, and am still in awe when I watch Austin. He portrayed Elvis perfectly, I don’t think they could’ve picked someone better. I have been an Elvis fan since I was young, and it made me so happy to see someone portray him correctly and respectfully. Austin made this his life for 2 years, and I’m so grateful to see that come to screen. He knew how serious this role was. He did not disappoint. And I know fellow Elvis fans can agree, along with the Presley family.
I 100% agree!!!
Ditto!
100% agree!
101%
When I heard they were making this movie, I was nervous. I really hoped that the script would do Elvis justice, but also I knew whoever they got to play him had SUCH a role to fill. I agree that Austin really took it upon himself to make sure he did it RIGHT. And he nailed it.
Kinda crazy seeing this guy after so many years, looks like he’s finally getting the true shine he deserves, haven’t heard or really seen him since icarly, completely aced the roll, dude was clearly meant to be a star it was just a matter of time.
@yuoop noke Amen to that ! :)
He’s definitely been around modelling and he had a part in once upon a time in Hollywood
@@jordanlongley3776 yeah, he played Tex Watson
Last time I saw him in something, he played Tex Watson in Once Upon a time in Hollywood, and the Shanara Chronicles. They did not do him justice! I don't really watch biopics, but this one I will. I didn't even see Bohemian Rhapsody and I'm a huge fan of Rami Malek! I can listen to Austin talk all day. So calming and soulful.
What he was on icarly!?!?!!
Austin did an amazing job ... he really deserves an Oscar
I'm glad the stars aligned and this is the young man that got to play Elvis. He really studied Elvis and wanted to honor him in his performance. He seems so humble and kind and I pray that Hollywood is kind to him. ❤️👑
One thing I realized...Austin Butler is so well spoken. Like, he takes a second to actually think about what he has to say, instead of just blabbering on and on, and the stuff he says is actually quite thought provoking to even the listeners. It's... its kinda refreshing to hear lol
Agreed. He is a deep thinker
i could not agree more. I went to movie by myself; i had my cane which i sometimes use. i'mbipolar (cyclothymia). I walked from front of mall to back, where movies and arcade are! Special memories. Mall was packed...everyone serm
It's kinda refreshing to hear . . WAT lol you don't know many well spoken actors do you lol. . There's 100s of em it's easy when they have been trained.
@@BobSmith-zc8yz okay maybe you spend ur time watching actors 24/7 and study their every behavior but I acc have things to do w my life. Also, yeah personally for ME it's refreshing to hear. It may not be for you. So don't try and negate MY thought process.
@@noorz29 OK fair enough and well said.
This guy just seems like the nicest person. Hearing him talk about humanity, he's a very sincere person. Hope he has a great career. I can't wait to see this movie.
Oh you'll love it
It's gullible bimbos like you that what made celebrities think they can do whatever they want to normal people like R.Kelly did to those underage girls. Their charismatic persona is just an act to hide their true ugly side. They act for a living, if you think they are as nice of person when they are in public as they are in their private life, you are beyond ignorant!
Oh you'll want to see it again & again. Be prepared with tissues. The movie is overwhelming.
@@gigiv7326 Totally agree!
This movie is fantastic. By far the best movie of the year
This fella is SO charming. 😍
No one can step in those shoes and play Elvis as good as Austin Butler does! He's amazing and I just get lost in his portrayal of The King! Sometimes I have to take a double take, his execution is spot on! ELVIS would be so proud
Priscilla Presley and Lisa Marie watched the movie and loved it. Said it’s the only movie and actor that portrayed him how he was, that Austin had the LOOK, the feel and was fantastic. Having the seal of approval from the woman who knew Elvis the best kind of puts a bunch of internet arguments on silence.
If Priscila and Lisa are monetary related to the film the seal of approval means nothing
I don't support Hollywood anymore as it is so corrupt. But, I would love to see Austin play Elvis! I saw Elvis in 72' in Vegas when I lived there. I was 20 and sat in the front row. Did I tell and scream with all the other ladies? You bet I did. I loved his music since I can remember. His voice is beautiful and I cried my heart out when I heard of his death in 77' when I was in Guam. Memories I'll not forget! You go Austin!! ❤️🩹
@@p.m.g8419 I would say that no matter what ties them to it, though I highly doubt it’s money, they still knew him better than anyone else, or any fan that watched an interview or two and thought they had some insight into his life.
@@p.m.g8419, exactly.
@@p.m.g8419 they aren’t, so it means a great deal. Take your cynical bullshit and go crap all over something else.
He is the whole package. His personality, his voice... Whoever his stylist was for this interview deserves a raise. He is beautiful.
his voice is fake
I agree. I was mesmerized by him while I watched the movie. 😍😍😍😍
Agreed with the fact he has an AMAZING voice and is beautiful to look at. Who knows how his personality actually is, but sure he is a GREAT actor! And the fits..oh the fits.
@@michaelperez9156 no it’s not
RIGHT ??
I’ve noticed that jimmy clearly did admire Elvis, you can see here he just looks at Austin in awe and I watched the interview about elvis with Jacob elordi and as soon as he brings up the topic he instantly becomes so interested and mesmerised and it’s nice to see cause sometimes jimmy seems to be trying to be extra on purpose but here it looks so real and genuine and it’s so nice to see ❤
Jimmy's reaction was mine and I didn't even know he'd sang. I was just stunned throughout as increasingly lost control over myself. Incredible job he did
This is a proof that Austin Butler DESERVED to have a BIG role like this! He showed that he is a great actor. And great actors need to get the roles that they deserve.
Literally can still remember him from all the Disney shows growing up😭😭
I cannot describe the goosebumps I got when hearing Austin Butler talk - he is so humble and speaks about everything so respectfully, and I can't remember Jimmy and the audience ever being this quiet and listen that closely to somebody. Absolute insane.
he cant have enough of trying to be so cool with that fake voice
@@manolinsky07 It's not even fake 💀
@@manolinsky07 he spent two years by himself at home during the pandemic and then more for filming. It isn’t fake peoples voices change when they only talk one way for so long
@@texacosnow7045 hmmm not sure. I think I've never heard of something like that. Anyway.... Peace ✌️
@@manolinsky07 being uneducated doesn’t make you right, LOL
What a talent.... Honestly to me he has a Elvis voice all the time. Very intelligent, humble, talented oh so so beautiful soul ❤️
He is adorable!!! What a great performance he delivered ❤️
The way he references the different voices by year and events is amazing. He truly studied Elvis with the utmost respect. A true artist.
and the movie was not shot in sequence, so he had to adapt the changing of Elvis's voice to that time period, he does an amazing job, the movie is one of the best I have seen for a long long time. :)
👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
You can tell Jimmy was actually genuinely impressed by his performance. Just watched the movie, he does a phenomenal job, it’s uncanny.
HE SANG??!!!!! OH MY GOD!!! That last scene, that changes to real Elvis singing..I lost it right there, tears rolled down my cheeks. The movie was so well made. THE FACT HE ACTUALLY SANG..OH LORD. P.S. How did he not get Oscar man.. I love Brendan but ..
I know a lot of people talk about Austin’s voice being fake or still “pretending” to be Elvis. I think that means that what we will witness is one of the greatest Biopics ever. The level of dedication, preparation, and skill he and the whole “Elvis” team has poured into this film. You can tell just by this conversation how proud and respectful Austin is to the legacy of Elvis Presley.
His voice has always been like that, even back in Switched at Birth. lol. And I don't think most people realize how difficult it might be to get out of a role. Idk lol
I agree!
He said that he had to shoot a movie in London a few weeks after wrapping the Elvis movie and he had an identity crisis for 6 days and was physically ill of exhaustion because he had spent 5 years capturing Elvis even to a soul level and putting everything else aside
Pretending to be? Is that what we call an act? Some people are too dumb right.. Yes i agree with u.. The dedication so proud of him..
jamie foxx still thinks he's ray charles to this day
What a amazing job Austin did. Deserves the Oscar. He was Elvis!!!
Well Taron Egerton who portrayed Elton John in his film, Rocketman, 2019, did ALL his own singing in the film, looked exactly like and sounded like Elton, you'd think it was Elton, but he wasn't even nominated for an Oscar, disgusting. So there you see it's a popularity thing and how much money the producers spend promoting the actor and film, for the Oscars are a popularity and political Hollywood contest, they're a joke. Rami, who was good as Freddie but did NOT sing in the film at all; it was singer Marc Martel's voice who is amazing, with real Freddie dubbed in some. But Rami still won the Oscar, while Taron wasn't even nominated, Hollywood politics.
@@jaym8094 llll
@@jaym8094 Great points, I gave up on the Academy when Rami or whatever his name is won for Freddy Mercury. He was terrible and he just mimicked Freddy. Austin embodied Elvis 100%. If Austin doesn’t win an Oscar , I’ll blame it on Rami winning an undeserved Oscar and the Academy for not honoring a truly deserving performance.
I really think Austin should get nominated for best actor for his role as Elvis and even possibly win.
He did the heck of a job
He was amazing! He deserves an Oscar for sure...this is what it means to perfect a craft. So true about Mom passing. EXACTLY how I felt. It's been 5 yrs & I'm still struggling.
Austin Butler blew me away in that role! I actually thought they'd dubbed in some footage of Elvis in places, he was so perfect. Definitely should get an Oscar!
He truly has gifts and I pray that Hollywood/tabloids/drugs/etc. don’t destroy him down the road. I pray that his family/friends/entourage/etc. look out for him and help keep him safe.
You said what I was thinking. I hope he doesn’t get tainted or mislead as he continues his career. He did a great job portraying Elvis in this movie. I hope all the best for him!!
Yes! He seems so down to earth and sweet, I sure hope he doesn't go down the wrong path.
Prayers
Prayers lol
All the pressure from Hollywood will make him do these things in order to escape reality and continue to do what he do. The greater the expectations the greater the disappointment.
The first time I watched Bohemian Rhapsody, I was so impressed by Rami Malek's performance that I started to do research about Freddie Mercury and I remember vividly how Rami had a lot of his mannerisms while conducting interviews even months after the movie was released. I do think that in acting when an actor truly immersed themselves into a role and "study" someone else, they tend to mimic a lot of that person's speech, walk, and so on. I don't personally think he is faking it by talking like this, I think it has become natural to him. I can't wait to watch this movie!
Well said! ✨
@@cassidycheek :)
not to mention he had voice lessons for Elvis, this was at least like 3 years during the pandemic, and the only breaks he probably got was in between sets/scenes and sleeping
@@aliyahwilson7537 Yes I also read that as well. I can tell he did a phenomenal job just by watching the trailer. Do you plan on going to the movies to watch it? have a great Sunday!
So true! I noticed the same thing after bohemian rhapsody
I am a HUGE Elvis fan absolutely loved everything he did. I was very skeptical about Austin and Hollywood doing another Elvis movie. And I was proved so wrong, amazing film and cast. Austin did a fantastic job.
The love and the respect that Austin had for this role shows in the performance. He had big shoes to fill as Priscilla said and he did exactly that in this movie. He filled them all the way up
austin is so soft spoken and such a good storyteller, I could listen to him for hours. even jimmy seemed enthralled. I'm really happy that austin got this role.
You can see him shaking during the interview which is refreshing in that he hasnt been consumed by Hollywood yet. He is still very much new to all this and pure and grateful to be where he is.
I noticed that too. And i was looking for a comment on that too. You can tell how how big this all is for him.
yep he had too hold his hand still. I dont know why but its refreshing. there is so many people fake out there nowadays.
He was just more than amazing. He did an awesome job portraying Evis. He should win the Oscar. I love his own style and take. He was perfect for the movie Elvis. ❤
He is incredibly talented and seems like a really nice young man. Big things to come for him and hopefully he has a long successful career!
His performance as Elvis was absolutely incredible, he really deserves an Oscar.
Fr
Yes he does
He deserves a oscar
@@sandystephens8599 '
I saw Elvis last night at an open-air screening in London. I started out thinking "He doesn't really look like Elvis". Half an hour in and I forgot he wasn't Elvis. Brilliant performance. The audience applauded at the end - a rarity here in England.
He's not the best looking one I've seen impersonators that look more like him never really got into him as elvis
There were a few scenes where I wondered if they were superimposing Elvis’s face on his.
@@kimrice4528 no I don't think so cause i watched his face carefully it was always Austin.
I had the same reaction.
I don’t know why that performance and movie was so overlooked! I think that Elvis, to REALLY get him impersonated, takes SO much talent. I performed in Vegas. I saw a hundred Elvis impersonators. I’d watch Austin anytime over any of them!!
He gets wemen screaming at him like elvis 🤣
As a music student who studied vocalization, this interview is a masterclass in vocal placement. Absolutely spot on. I am incredibly impressed, as a vocal coach, about the accent in each era, as well as the later inflections. Personally, as an alto singer, I think Austin did the most justice that anyone could do in a biopic... what a phenomenal actor.
Agree!!!
Unrelated but Jesus loves you Have an amazing day
@@bekkiharper2963 Unrelated but Jesus loves you Have an amazing day
Ronnie McDowells Singing Voice in Kurt Russells 1979 Elvis Biopic Movie was Way Better but Austin was still Good.
@@bekkiharper2963 5
This guy is a game changer as far as actors. Brilliant, genuine and humble. Appears to be a gentleman as well. Always love Jimmy's enthusiasm when he's really into a guest. You can always tell when he's over the top excited by his facial expressions, eye contact, and smile.
Don’t know much about this guy at all, but just found out he was in a 9 year relationship, which shows some stability.
@@Justafox305 lol wtf bro
@@RadicalR0nnie Go touch grass immediately
Jimmy is a suck up
@@Justafox305 I agree 😊
Jimmie was having so much fun with Austin! That was a great show! Austin is a beautiful person inside and out.
Hes lovely respectfull young man
The hate out there is just ridiculous. First off, just because he's playing Elvis doesn't mean he needs to look exactly like him. Hes an actor. No one on this planet looks like Elvis. He obviously put his heart and soul into the role. Respect. I will watch the movie on day 1.
Yeah An Actress or Actor job supposed to be nailing the essence , spirit , and the personality of the character they played .
I agree!!
Facts!
"No one on this planet looks like Elvis." Well.. that's pretty unlikely... But the chances of someone looking like Elvis, AND sounding like Elvis, AND being a good actor... yeah
Who hates it?
This man deserves an Oscar. Glad lots of younger people are seeing that Elvis truly was the king. The most influential musician of all time 🐐
That is a 100% T-GIRL! So is so called Jimmy! Time to wake up and smell the testosterone! Think so called Elvis the female born pelvis/Trump is a male? No way Jose! Manlania is the MAN! These creatures are all on their way to the ancient lake baby! The sooner the better!
You sound young too. I mean you used a goat emoji, for Christ's sake.
Respectfully…king might be a stretch…more like the Christopher Columbus of rock n roll rather than King, he fell in love with the blues/southern gospels and all vibes coming from Beale Street & ran with it. Nothing wrong with it since you saw the influence that black culture and music had on Elvis EARLY and how Elvis had an appreciation for the culture. But calling him the king at this point is like calling Eminem the king of rap, both are extremely talented and accomplished but hell nah
This young man has a good dad with a good taste in movies ranging bull is a cult classic
@@tjones3440 Well... then you obviously need to rewind all of your Grandpas's 8m tapes and your Dad's crusty Videocassettes and...this time... look into the awestruck eyes of the women in the crowds clocking The King. Before they even threw their sweet sweat panties up on stage, many of them fine young Dames experienced their first climaxes on many of those Louisiana Hayride Nytes, Baby. - - _The Memphis Mafia_
His performance of portraying Elvis was phenomenal! 🌟🌟🌟🔥🔥🔥🌟🌟🌟🔥🔥🔥
Austin was amazing! That sidewinder move was absolutely authentic!
The fact that both Elvis and Austin lost their mother at the age of 23 is insane. He looks so much like Elvis in this movie unbelievable. I can’t wait till I see it.
Austin Butler portrayed the very essence of Elvis with such style, grace & swagger. He showed his innocence & naivete. Austin Butler is pure class in this movie. I'm thinking he & everyone who had ANYTHING t do with this movie deserves an Oscar.........A Forever Elvis Presley Super Fan.
I want to believe Austin is just Elvis reincarnated 😅
Swagger lol
@@tsayin2662 lol. It is that type of wishful thinking.
Austin Bulter is just AMAZING!!! He melted my total being. His voice, his dance moves, the way he performed in singing Elvis's songs was to be a piece of tender memories. I absoulety made my heart feel so delighted with complete magical wonder. I taped the the TV shows he performed in as Elvis, and I will continue to support any other movie he is performs in in any role. Wish I could see him in person. performance
Austin brought Elvis to life! I felt like I was finally watching Elvis live in concert! Such a great job and a great movie about the greatest entertainer the world has ever seen!
This man is going to be one of the most famous actors in the world due to his phenomenal performance of the world's greatest artist ! 🥂
Sis Michael Jackson is the greatest artist of all time gosh you are soooo white🤣
@@hafsasaid6789 and so is Michael Jackson haha
@@hafsasaid6789 that's probably why he was Elvis,s soninlaw!!
@@hafsasaid6789 Uhmm welll idk about that but Elvis is the king of rock and roll
@@alfiedocherty3038 he was black but alright lol.
I was smiling this entire interview. It's so clear that Austin took this role really seriously.
How can I pray for you today, specifically? You were highlighted to me! We are meant to help one another And life is hard so I wanted to encourage you today that having a prayer life can make life more simpler for you. God wants You to solely depend on Him for everything you want and need. Did you ever come to know Jesus as your Lord and Savior? I feel like He is truly knocking on your heart today🕊🙏😊
I've never heard of this young man before the movie but... He definitely smashed it in every way!
Austin Butler did a great job. ,He had the dance moves down. Love his personality ❤️
My son was an extra on the movie, and he said that Baz is such a perfectionist, everything had to be spot on all the way, right down to the last button on their clothes of that time. I saw the movie yesterday, and I am in awe of how Austin has encapsulated Elvis's persona, right down to the cheeky half smile when he's looking at a girl from the stage. The movie is fantastic, I'm not a huge Elvis fan, but this may just have changed my mind. I'm going to see it again next weekend, I just can't get enough!!
THIS IS EXACTLY HOW I FELT
Same here!
I feel the exact same way. Don’t know if I could watch it again though, I cried through the whole thing.
THE KING IS BACK TO ALL GIRLS KNOW HOW HE RUNS OUT THE GAME BACK IN THE 50s
you and your son really should visit sun studio and graceland. you will feel his presence in both locations.
Bless him you can see his hands tremble when he is doing the Elvis voices. Such an enganging interview. You can tell when an actor is jumping the hoops during a press tour but you can see how excited Austin is to tell the stories! Incredible performance in the movie and deserves the oscar!
Oh Yes I noticed the shaking of his hands, he's adorable 😍
@@vibeatles If I was born different I might fall for him too :P