ustralian actor Luke Bracey steps into the iconic role of Pa Ingalls in Netflix’s revival of Little House on the Prairie. The cherished book series, which draws its inspiration from the real-life experiences of author Laura Ingalls Wilder, was famously adapted for television in 1974, starring Michael Landon, Karen Grassle and Melissa Gilbert.
Spanning eight episodes, the retelling chronicles the journey of the Ingalls clan as they move across the American West during the 1870s and 80s, driven by their hopes for a better life.
© ERIC ZACHANOWICH/NETFLIXReflecting on what drew him to the role, the 37-year-old told Netflix: “My favorite thing about Charles is that he’s a good bloke. That’s all I hope to be in life.”
Before you press play on the heartwarming adaptation, find out all you need to know about Australian star Luke Bracey.
Luke Bracey’s life off-screen
Luke tends to keep his personal life out of the limelight and refrains from posting personal photos on his official Instagram page, so little is known about his current relationship status.
© Getty ImagesWhile he has never publicly confirmed his relationships, Luke has been linked to some high-profile stars in the past, including his Monte Carlo co-star Selena Gomez.
In 2013, US Weekly reported that the pair had been spotted holding hands while attending the Golden Globe Awards.
In 2019, Luke was pictured kissing Mexican actress Eiza Gonzalez during a casual outing in Los Angeles. The Australian star was pictured with his arms around Eiza, known for her roles in Baby Driver and 3 Body Problem, after having lunch in the Sherman Oaks neighborhood.
© Getty ImagesThe pair had first sparked romance rumours when they posed for photos together at New York Fashion Week two months prior.
It’s thought that the couple have since split.
Luke Bracey’s career
Luke started his acting career in 2009, playing high school villain Trey Palmer in the Australian soap opera Home and Away.
His breakthrough role came in 2011, when he starred opposite Selena Gomez in the rom-com Monte Carlo. He cemented his leading man status by playing a younger version of James Marsden’s character in the 2014 film The Best of Me, based on Nicholas Sparks’ novel.
© Alamy Stock PhotoThat same year, he shared the screen with Pierce Brosnan in the action film, The November Man.
His other notable big-screen roles include in the Point Break remake, the rom-com Holidate, and the 2022 biographical drama film, Elvis.
© Disney+ UKAs for his TV credits, the actor has starred in the miniseries Little Fires Everywhere and the period drama, The Artful Dodger.