In the universe of Hollywood stars, Mel Gibson has been a shining star for years. Now his son, Milo Gibson, one of Mel's nine kids, is ready to take his own place in the movie firmament. Just like his father, Milo has already appeared in several films, sometimes even alongside his old man.
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Milo – Mel Hibson's son
And at the age of 32, Milo is his father like a dream – a handsome copy of this Hollywood icon.
Mel Gibson, with his unmistakable charisma and talent, has played characters in his career that are nothing short of legendary. From the fearless William Wallace "Braveheart" (1995) to the paranoid taxi driver “Conspiracy Theory” (1997), Mel's achievements will go down in history.
The Gibsons – Out of the spotlight
However, there have also been a few 'rollercoasters' in Mel's private life. He was once married, divorced and found a new partner to share his life with in 2014. Despite his famous and hectic, action-packed life, Mel managed to raise nine beautiful children. Some of them have chosen to stay away from the glamor and glitter, while others, like Milo, have the dream of working in films as well.
Mel Gibson's childhood
Born in New York in January 1956, Mel Gibson had a surprising childhood. When he was 12, his father won a "small fortune" on Jeopardy! and decided to move the family to Australia. They went to live in New South Wales, where Mel is acting career started after high school. His sister enrolled him in it Sydney National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA), without Mel knowing. But he decided to take up the challenge, and in no time he became a professional actor.
Mel Gibson's big breakthrough
Mel got his first film role in the film “Summer City” from 1977. But his life took a drastic turn when the filmmaker George Miller noticed him. Gibson was then cast in Miller's low-budget future thriller "Mad Max" (1979), and the film's success made Mel a star in both Europe and Australia.
After Mel in several others films had played and the Best Actor Award from the Australian Film Institute, he decided to try his luck in Hollywood in 1981.
From actor to director
His move to Hollywood was a success. In 1981, Mel Gibson starred in the sequel to “Mad Max,” titled “The Road Warrior” of “Mad Max 2”, and the American public was sold. Mel was mentioned in the same breath as action icons like Clint Eastwood and Arnold Schwarzenegger, but he showed that he could do much more.
Mel's versatile acting talents came to the fore in his role as Hamlet in 1990. Three years later he made his directorial debut with “The Man Without a Face”. However, in 1996, Mel reached a new peak in his career when he both directed and acted in “Braveheart”.
Braveheart – The whole world watched it
When Mel Gibson read the script for “Braveheart,” he knew he had to be involved. Not only as an actor, but also as director.
“I loved the script” – I couldn't stop thinking about it.” he said.
Milo Gibson's beginnings
Our friends Mel and Milo Gibson had a good time early in their lives.
“My father always said to me: 'Milo, do what you love and keep challenging yourself. Follow your heart and passion'”,
Milo said with a warm smile to The Hollywood Reporter.
“And I did that too. I have worked in all kinds of professions, but none felt like a life calling. But then I discovered the world of acting and felt how much joy it gave me to be on stage.”
Milo Gibson and Mel Gibson work together
In 2016 the time had come: Milo's first big acting job! And what kind! He landed a role in the impressive World War II drama 'Hacksaw Ridge', where he stood shoulder to shoulder with his vader and big names like Andrew Garfield. This was not only the launch of his acting career, but also a fantastic opportunity to work with his father, who was firmly in control of the film as director.
“It was so special to see my father in action behind the camera”, he said with bright eyes.
“I learned from him that sometimes you have to dare to take a leap of faith and you have to dare to be vulnerable. That's one of the secrets of really good acting.”
Milo – Already several acting successes
Milo stepped into the lead role for the first time in the exciting film 'All the Devil's Men' in 2018. Since then, he has been unstoppable, starring in several films including 'The Tribes of Paolos Verde' (2017), in which he stole the show together with Jennifer Gardner, and 'Breaking and Exiting' (2018). Although he didn't start until the age of 32 Act, he perseveres with passion and the unconditional support of his parents.
Milo Gibson – Looks exactly like his father, Mel Gibson
In addition to his impressive acting work, Milo also does modeling. When you see him, it's like seeing Mel Gibson young, with his full head of hair and intense blue eyes. He is sometimes recognized, but not always as Milo.
“People sometimes come up to me and say, 'Hey, you look just like Mel Gibson!' To which I then laugh and answer: 'Well, that would be something, wouldn't it?!'”
Not only do we have complete confidence in one bright future for Milo Gibson as an actor, but it is also good to know that he and his father have no intention of stopping their passion any time soon. From our hearts we wish Milo and his father Mel Gibson all the best for the future.
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