Gabriel Basso Siblings: All About Alexandria and Annalise Basso
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Gabriel Basso, born Louis Gabriel Basso III on December 11, 1994, in St. Louis, Missouri, is an American actor known for his performances across film and television.
Raised in a tight-knit family with a passion for the arts, Basso was homeschooled alongside his two sisters, fostering a creative environment that shaped his career path.
Initially aspiring to become a professional football player, he found his calling in acting, beginning with small roles as a child and steadily building a reputation for his versatility and authenticity.
His breakout roles in projects like The Big C, Super 8, and The Night Agent have solidified his status as a rising star in Hollywood.
Siblings
Gabriel shares a close bond with his two sisters, Alexandria and Annalise Basso, both of whom are also actors.
Alexandria Basso, born October 3, 1992, is the eldest sibling.
Standing at 5 feet 9 inches with distinctive curly red hair, she has carved out a multifaceted career as an actress, writer, and producer.
Her acting credits include playing Marilyn in the 2007 film Alice Upside Down, where she appeared alongside her brother Gabriel, and Halle in the 2016 movie Seduced.
She also portrayed Gibby’s cousin Sabrina in two episodes of Nickelodeon’s iCarly (2009-2010).
Beyond acting, Alexandria’s work as a writer and producer showcases her diverse talents, though she maintains a lower public profile compared to her siblings.
Annalise Basso, born December 2, 1998, is the youngest of the trio and has gained significant recognition for her roles in both film and television.
Starting her career at age nine, she appeared in films like Bedtime Stories (2008), Love Takes Wing (2009), and the horror films Oculus (2013) and Ouija: Origin of Evil (2016).
Her role as LJ Folger in the post-apocalyptic series Snowpiercer (2020-2022) brought her widespread acclaim, and she has been dubbed a potential “Gen Z Scream Queen” for her affinity for horror roles.
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Annalise graduated from Campbell Hall School in Los Angeles in 2017, balancing her education with a demanding acting career, often taking advanced placement classes while working on set.
In 2025, she starred in and produced the Lifetime film Vanished Out of Sight (also known as Blind River), portraying a blind woman named Claire Moyer.
Career
Basso’s acting journey began in 2007 with uncredited roles in the films Meet Bill and Alice Upside Down, both shot in his hometown of St. Louis.
His first credited role came in 2009 as Hal Mitchell in the independent film Alabama Moon, directed by Tim McCanlies and starring John Goodman, which marked a turning point in his career.
Moving to Los Angeles with his mother and sisters in 2008, Basso quickly secured representation and landed guest roles on shows like iCarly, Eastwick, Ghost Town, and R.L. Stine’s The Haunting Hour, where he played Teddy in the 2011 episode “Lights Out.”
From 2010 to 2013, he portrayed Adam Jamison, the son of Laura Linney’s character, in the Showtime series The Big C, a role that significantly raised his profile.
His performance as Martin in J.J. Abrams’ Super 8 (2011) showcased his ability to hold his own alongside established actors like Elle Fanning and Kyle Chandler.
Basso continued to build his filmography with starring roles in The Kings of Summer (2013), a comedy-drama that premiered at the Sundance Film Festival, and as JD Vance in the 2020 Netflix drama Hillbilly Elegy.
In 2023, he took on the lead role of Peter Sutherland in Netflix’s action-thriller series The Night Agent, which became a global hit and was renewed for a second season, released in January 2025.
Other notable projects include Barely Lethal (2015), The Whole Truth (2016), and American Wrestler: The Wizard (2016).
Accolades
Basso’s role in Super 8 (2011) was submitted for consideration for a BAFTA Award for Best Supporting Actor, highlighting his impact as part of the film’s ensemble.
The Super 8 cast, including Basso, won the Best Ensemble Acting Award at the 2011 Phoenix Film Critics Society Awards.
Additionally, the ensemble was nominated for a Young Artist Award in 2012.
Basso’s starring role in The Kings of Summer garnered positive attention at the 2013 Sundance Film Festival, where critics praised his authentic portrayal of a teenager navigating independence.