Nat Wolff
Nathaniel Marvin Wolff, known as Nat Wolff, was born on December 17, 1994, in Los Angeles, California
Biography
Nat Wolff: Extended Biography
Full Name: Nathaniel Marvin Wolff Date of Birth: December 17, 1994, Birthplace: Los Angeles, California, U.S. Occupation: Actor, Musician, Singer-Songwriter Years Active: 2003–present Education: Professional Children's School, Friends Seminary Parents: Michael Wolff, Polly Draper Siblings: Alex Wolff (brother)
Early Life & Background
Nat Wolff was born into a creative and musically inclined family in Los Angeles, California. His father, Michael Wolff, is a jazz pianist and composer, while his mother, Polly Draper, is an actress, writer, and producer. Growing up in an artistic household, Nat developed a passion for music and acting at an early age.
By the time he was four, he had already taught himself to play major and minor chords on the piano, and his love for The Beatles inspired him to start writing songs. Alongside his younger brother, Alex Wolff, he formed a childhood band called The Silver Boulders, which laid the foundation for their future musical endeavors.
Career & Achievements
Nat gained national recognition when he starred in the Nickelodeon television series The Naked Brothers Band (2007–2009), which was created by his mother. The show followed Nat and Alex as members of a fictional band, with Nat composing much of the music. The series' soundtrack albums, The Naked Brothers Band (2007) and I Don’t Want to Go to School (2008), both ranked on the Billboard 200 charts, solidifying his status as a talented young musician.
Following the success of The Naked Brothers Band, Nat transitioned into film, appearing in Peace, Love & Misunderstanding (2011), Stuck in Love (2012), and Admission (2013). His performance in Palo Alto (2013), directed by Gia Coppola, further showcased his acting range.
His breakthrough came with The Fault in Our Stars (2014), where he played Isaac, a witty and emotionally complex character. He then starred in Paper Towns (2015), another John Green adaptation, opposite Cara Delevingne, earning widespread recognition.
Nat continued to expand his filmography with roles in Death Note (2017), Stella’s Last Weekend (2018), and Mortal (2020). He has also collaborated with his brother Alex on various projects, including their music duo Nat & Alex Wolff, releasing albums such as Black Sheep (2011), Public Places (2016), and Table for Two (2023).
Personal Life & Artistic Vision
Nat has been open about his experiences growing up in a creative family and the influence his parents have had on his career. He has Tourette’s syndrome, a condition he inherited from his father, and has spoken about how it has shaped his life and work.
Beyond acting, Nat remains deeply connected to music, continuing to write and perform with his brother. His ability to balance both artistic disciplines has made him a multifaceted performer, respected for his authenticity and dedication to storytelling.
Known For
- The Naked Brothers Band (2007–2009)
- Peace, Love & Misunderstanding (2011)
- Stuck in Love (2012)
- Admission (2013)
- Palo Alto (2013)
- The Fault in Our Stars (2014)
- Paper Towns (2015)
- Ashby (2015)
- Home Again (2017)
- Death Note (2017)
- Stella’s Last Weekend (2018)
- Rosy (2018)
- Mortal (2020)
Nat Wolff continues to evolve as an actor and musician, bringing depth and authenticity to every project he undertakes. His ability to navigate both mainstream and independent cinema has cemented his status as a compelling and respected performer.
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