Matt Bomer

About

Matthew Staton Bomer, known professionally as Matt Bomer, was born on October 11, 1977, in Webster Groves, Missouri, USA. He is an American actor, best known for his roles as con-artist Neal Caffrey in the television series "White Collar," and his portrayal of Felix Turner in the HBO drama, "The Normal Heart," which earned him a Golden Globe Award. Bomer also appeared in notable films such as "Magic Mike" and "Magic Mike XXL," and portrayed the character of Donovan in the TV series "American Horror Story: Hotel." He received a Primetime Emmy nomination for his performance in the TV show "The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story." Apart from acting, Bomer is an active advocate for LGBTQ+ rights.

Associated With

As an accomplished actor, Matt Bomer has had extensive collaborations within the industry. He is best known for his roles in series like "White Collar" where he worked alongside Tim DeKay, Willie Garson, and Tiffani Thiessen. Bomer also appeared in "American Horror Story", under the direction of Ryan Murphy. He has also partnered with notable actors such as Mark Ruffalo and Julia Roberts in "The Normal Heart". Bomer also played Ken in the "Magic Mike" film series alongside Channing Tatum and Joe Manganiello. In regards to his personal life, he has been in a long-term relationship with publicistManages public relations and media interactions to shape and maintain the public image of entertainm... Simon Halls since 2011, and they have three children together. Bomer publicly came out as gay during an acceptance speech in 2012.

Career Highlights

• 2003: Bomer made his television debut in the soap opera "All My Children."
• 2004-2006: Bomer starred in the supernatural series "Tru Calling."
• 2007-2009: He played Bryce Larkin in the series "Chuck."
• 2009-2014: He achieved fame for his role as Neal Caffrey in the TV series "White Collar."
• 2011: Bomer won a Steve Chase Humanitarian Award for his work in HIV and AIDS activism.
• 2012: He starred in the film "Magic Mike."
• 2014: Bomer won a Critics' Choice Television Award for Best Supporting Actor in a Movie/Miniseries for his performance in "The Normal Heart."
• 2015: He received a Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actor – Series, Miniseries or Television Film for "The Normal Heart."
• 2015: Also, Bomer was nominated for an Emmy for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Miniseries or a Movie for "The Normal Heart."
• 2016: He made his first appearance in "American Horror Story: Hotel."
• 2017: Bomer had a recurring role in "American Horror Story: Cult."
• 2018: He made his directorial debut with an episode of "American Crime Story."
• 2019: Bomer starred in the series "Doom Patrol."

Notable Awards

• Matt Bomer has had quite a successful acting career. Here are some of the accolades he has won:
• Gold Derby TV Award for Drama Guest Actor for his role in "The Normal Heart" in 2014.
• Primetime Emmy Award nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Miniseries or a Movie for "The Normal Heart" in 2014.
• Critics' Choice Television Award for Best Supporting Actor in a Movie/Miniseries for "The Normal Heart" in 2014.
• Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actor – Series, Miniseries or Television Film for his role in "The Normal Heart" in 2015.
• Steve Chase Humanitarian Award for Arts and Activism in 2012.
• Do note that this is only a selection of his awards. His performances in both film and television have received critical acclaim and numerous nominations.

FAQs

What Is the Most Popular Matt Bomer Movie/TV Show?

Matt Bomer is notably popular for his role in the TV show "White Collar." The show, which ran from 2009 to 2014, sees Bomer in the role of Neal Caffrey, a highly intelligent and multitalented con artist working as the criminal informant for the FBI's White Collar CrimeA genre of literature, film, and television that focuses on the dramatization of crime, its detectio... Unit in New York City. His charming, witty, and engaging performance in this show made it a big hit and has been considered as one of his most recognized roles to date.

How Did Matt Bomer Get Famous?

Matt Bomer became famous primarily through his acting career, gaining recognition for his performance in various television and film roles. Bomer landed his breakthrough role as Neal Caffrey in the television series "White Collar," which aired on USA Network from 2009 to 2014. His charm and charisma in this role caught the eye of the public and critics alike, causing his popularity to soar. In addition to "White Collar," Bomer's notable performances in "American Horror Story," "The Normal Heart," for which he won a Golden Globe, and "Magic Mike" films have significantly contributed to his fame.