What did August Maturo play in? His Age, Height, Parents, Siblings
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August Maturo, the Teen Sensation
In the vibrant tapestry of Hollywood, certain stars emerge with a rare combination of talent, charm, and undeniable presence. One such luminary making waves at the intersection of youth and stardom is August Maturo. From his early beginnings, fueled by an unwavering passion for acting, to his breakthrough role as Auggie Matthews in the beloved Disney Channel series “Girl Meets World”, August Maturo has proven that age is no barrier to leaving a lasting impression in the hearts of viewers.
Join us as we explore the journey and talents of this remarkable young actor who continues to shine bright in the spotlight.
Family Roots and a Supportive Environment
August Maturo, born under the zodiac sign of Virgo on 28 August 2007, in Ventura, California USA, is carving a name for himself in Hollywood at the young age of 16. He holds American nationality and comes from a family of Jordanian and Italian descent.
His journey into the world of entertainment began early, fueled by a passion for acting that was nurtured by his supportive family. His parents have played an integral role in guiding his burgeoning career, ensuring he remains grounded despite the glitz and glam of Hollywood. His mother Maha is a film producer, and his father Joe is a manager. August has two younger siblings, Ocean and Michelle.
When it comes to August’s educational background, he matriculated from high school aged 14, and enrolled in college in 2022.
Entry into Acting
August was just four years old when he began acting – his mother was the one who recognized his talent. He appeared in church plays, then August made his television series debut playing Kyle in a 2012 episode of the series “Weeds”. He followed with his role as a Six-Year-Old Marvin in an episode of the popular series “How I Met Your Mother”.
Later that year, he was seen as Issac in the TV movie “Applebaum”, followed by several guest roles in various series such as “Raising Hope” (2013) and “Bones” (2014).
TONIGHT! #GirlMeetsTheGreatLadyofNewYork 🗽 Welcome to the beautiful American melting pot. 8:30pm on @DisneyChannel pic.twitter.com/OiTJG2v8gd
— August Maturo (@AugustMaturo) September 16, 2016
Breakthrough Role: Auggie Matthews in “Girl Meets World”
August Maturo first caught the attention of audiences with his breakout role as Auggie Matthews in the beloved Disney Channel series, “Girl Meets World”. Premiering in 2014, the show explored the coming-of-age experiences of its characters, with August’s portrayal of Auggie, the wise-beyond-his-years younger brother, stealing the hearts of viewers.
His ability to infuse depth and authenticity into his character earned him widespread acclaim. Auggie Matthews became a fan favorite, and August’s performance showcased his remarkable acting prowess at a young age.
The show aired until 2017, and had 21 award nominations including three Primetime Emmys, and three wins. August and his co-stars, Sabrina Carpenter, Rowan Blanchard, and Peyton Meyer were nominated for the Young Artist Award – Outstanding Young Ensemble in a TV Series.
Versatility Beyond Disney: Exploring Diverse Roles
While “Girl Meets World” served as a launchpad for his career, August Maturo has since proven his versatility by taking on a range of roles. Whether it’s horror, comedy, drama, or a combination of those, as per critics, August’s dedication to his craft shines through in every project he undertakes.
In 2018, he was cast to play Daniel in “The Nun”, a mystery horror, directed by Corin Hardy. In the following year, August landed his first lead role as Joshua in the family action drama “Shepherd: The Story of a Jewish Dog”, which followed the story of Kaleb, a German Shepherd who belonged to a Jewish family, but after being separated from them, Kaleb is adopted by a German Officer, who trained Kaleb to attack Jews at a work camp. Joshua gets a job to feed animals at the camp and finds Kaleb, whose original master was him, but the boy and the dog escape together. Although the movie had no nominations, the audience rated it very well.
August was next seen as Lucas in the 2021 thriller horror “Slapface”, in which he starred opposite Mike Manning and Libe Barer. This role brought August the Grimmfest Award for Best Actor. Later that year, he starred in the short drama “Boys”, which won the Hill Country Film Festival Award for Best Short Film.
In the 2022 TV horror drama “The Bad Seed Returns”, August co-starred with McKenna Grace and Michelle Morgan, followed by his role as Bowen Lark in a 2023 episode of the series “9-1-1”.
Looking Ahead: A Bright Future in Entertainment
As August continues to grow both personally and professionally, his charisma, talent, and genuine love for acting are undeniable. Audiences can eagerly anticipate witnessing his evolution, with each new role offering a glimpse into the promising future of this young Hollywood sensation.
His fans will be happy to hear that August has two upcoming projects, both movies, entitled “Just Like You: Food Allergies” and “Lifeline”. As announced, in the former, August plays the lead role opposite Ava Kolker, who is his best friend.
10 Interesting Facts about August Maturo
August is 5ft 6ins (1.68m) tall.
His trademark is his brown, curly hair.
August shares the same birthdate as his brother Ocean, who is also an actor, and played Young Auggie in a 2016 episode of the series “Girl Meets World”.
If he ever stops acting, August would like to pursue a career as a scientist.
August is allergic to sesame, peanuts, tree nuts, and coconut. He is a food allergy spokesperson.
His character in “Girl Meets World” is named after him. He booked his role in the aforementioned series when he was five years old, which makes August the youngest person ever to be offered a contract by a Disney Channel.
In 2022, August launched his own production company, called Maturo Entertainment.
August made an appearance as Paperboy in the music video for the song “Gfy” by Blackbear and Machine Gun Kelly.
Thanks to his talent and his hard work, August’s already made a good living for himself. According to sources, as of November 2023, his net worth has been estimated at over $2 million.
