Miles Heizer, born on May 16, 1994, in Greenville, Kentucky, is an American actor and musician who has made a significant mark in the entertainment industry.
Best known for his compelling performances as Alex Standall in Netflix’s 13 Reasons Why and Drew Holt in NBC’s Parenthood, Heizer has captivated audiences with his emotional depth and versatility.
Beyond acting, Heizer is also a talented musician, having released original songs like “Now I Know” and “Almost” on SoundCloud.
Siblings
Miles has one older sister named Moriah Heizer.
While details about Moriah are scarce, it is known that she and Miles share a close bond, having grown up together in Kentucky before the family relocated to Los Angeles.
Unlike Miles, Moriah has not pursued a career in the public eye, and little is documented about her personal or professional endeavors.
Career
Heizer’s journey in the entertainment industry began at a young age, sparked by his involvement in community theater productions in Lexington, Kentucky.
His professional debut came in 2005 with a guest role as Joey Everton in an episode of CSI: Miami.
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This marked the start of a steady climb, with subsequent appearances in shows like Ghost Whisperer, Shark, Bones, and Private Practice.
In 2007, he landed a breakout role as Davey Danner in the film Rails & Ties, earning critical praise for his portrayal of a boy grappling with tragedy.
Heizer’s career gained significant traction with his role as Drew Holt in Parenthood (2010–2015), where he portrayed the introspective son of Lauren Graham’s character across 103 episodes.
His most iconic role to date came in 2017 with 13 Reasons Why, where he played Alex Standall, a complex character navigating guilt and redemption over four seasons.
The series’ massive popularity on Netflix elevated Heizer to international recognition.
On the big screen, Heizer has appeared in films like Rudderless (2013), The Stanford Prison Experiment (2015), Nerve (2016), and Love, Simon (2018), demonstrating his range across genres.
Accolades
Heizer’s talent has not gone unnoticed, earning him several accolades and nominations.
In 2008, at the 29th Young Artist Awards, he was nominated for Best Leading Young Actor in a Feature Film for his role in Rails & Ties.
His work in 13 Reasons Why further garnered attention, contributing to the ensemble’s nominations at events like the MTV Movie & TV Awards and Teen Choice Awards, though individual wins for Heizer remain limited to date.
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