Nov 11, 2004
Scorpio
Pennsylvania
20 years old
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Movie Actor
Personal Information & Early Life
Full Name: Oakes Tonne Fegley
Born: November 11, 2004 (age 20) in Allentown, Pennsylvania, USA
Parents & Roots: Son of actors Michael Fegley and Mercedes “Merce” (née Tonne); he’s the older brother of actor Winslow Fegley
Early Passion: At a young age, Oakes performed in community theatre—twice playing Tiny Tim in A Christmas Carol and starring in regional productions—sparking his on-screen aspirations
Television & Film Career
Oakes began his professional journey in 2011 with short-film roles (Glass, Children of the Moon) before stepping into significant feature films and TV:
2014: Debuted in Fort Bliss at age 10, bringing depth to Paul Swann in the military drama
2014: Appeared as the young Judd Altman in This Is Where I Leave You, and had arcs in Boardwalk Empire and three episodes of Person of Interest as Gabriel Hayward
2016: Cast as the lead in Disney’s Pete’s Dragon, playing the adventurous Pete alongside Bryce Dallas Howard and Robert Redford
2017–2022 Highlights: Starred in Wonderstruck (2017), portrayed young Theo Decker in The Goldfinch (2019), led The War with Grandpa (2020), and took on the role of Chad Thomas in Spielberg’s The Fabelmans (2022)
2023–2024: Played Hunter Corbett in Accused (2023), and currently leads the Apple TV+ sci-fi series Dark Matter (2024) as Charlie Dessen; also stars as Adam in the drama Adam the First (2024)
Acting Range & Notable Moments
Early Training: In addition to theater, Oakes learned violin (Suzuki method), hip‑hop dance, and developed his acting skills from a young age
Versatility: From heartfelt drama in Fort Bliss, magical fantasy in Pete’s Dragon, to profound literary adaptation in The Goldfinch, he consistently demonstrates emotional maturity and depth beyond his years
Accolades: Earned recognition as a talented young performer, including a Young Artist Award nomination for Pete’s Dragon
Current Projects & Future Direction
Leading the high-concept Apple TV+ series Dark Matter (2024), showcasing his ability to anchor episodic sci-fi drama
Set to appear in upcoming films like When the Moon Was Twice as Big and Who Framed Tommy Callahan
Continues to engage in diverse roles, hinting at a dynamic career spanning genres from family film to literary and genre adaptations
Final Thoughts
At just 20, Oakes Fegley has delivered impressive, emotionally rich performances across stage, film, and television. With early roots in community theater and a family deeply immersed in acting, he has evolved into a versatile young star—leading Disney adventures, indie dramas, and major streaming series. His blend of theatrical foundation, musical training, and screen presence point to a meaningful, evolving career in entertainment.
