Actor / Actress
Actor / Actress
Lukas Autry Nelson (born December 25, 1988, in Austin, Texas) is an American singer‐songwriter and the son of country legend Willie Nelson who rose to prominence as the frontman of Lukas Nelson & Promise of the Real—a band he formed in 2008 that supported artists like Neil Young and contributed to nine albums before their 2024 hiatus. He earned acclaim co‑writing and producing the Grammy‑winning soundtrack for A Star Is Born (2018), and in June 2025 he launched his solo career with American Romance, released via Sony Music Nashville and produced by Shooter Jennings; the 12‑track album, including singles like “Ain’t Done” and “Pretty Much,” is a soulful, introspective blend of country, folk, and Americana that reflects his personal growth—sobriety, piloting, and stepping out from his father’s shadow—while exploring themes of love, loss, resilience, and American road life.
Lukas Nelson is known for work in acting across film and television. New Release currently presents 22 verified screen credits connected to this profile.
Selected work includes CMA Presents I Will Always Love You: A Celebration of Dolly Parton (2026), Coastal (2025), The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon (2014), The Late Show with Stephen Colbert (2015), Jimmy Kimmel Live! (2003), Austin City Limits (1975), A Star Is Born (2018), CMT Music Awards (2002). The recorded credits span 1959 to 2026, including 16 movies and 6 TV shows.
The filmography below lists available titles, release years and known roles. This profile is updated as additional verified information becomes available.
MovieCMA Presents I Will Always Love You: A Celebration of Dolly Parton
MovieCoastal
TV ShowThe Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon
TV ShowThe Late Show with Stephen Colbert
TV ShowJimmy Kimmel Live!
TV ShowAustin City Limits
MovieA Star Is Born
TV ShowCMT Music Awards
TV ShowThe Grammys
MovieWillie Nelson 90: Long Story Short
MovieCoal Miner's Daughter: A Celebration of the Life and Music of Loretta Lynn
MovieReportin’ for Duty: A Tribute to Leslie Jordan
MovieThe Road to Stardom: The Making of A Star Is Born
MovieWillie Nelson Presents: King of the Roadies
MovieParadox
MovieAustin City Limits Celebrates 40 Years
MovieChristmas with Delta in Hollywood
MovieNeil Young + The Promise of the Real: Noise & Flowers
MovieNeil Young - Live at Farm Aid 2014
MovieNeil Young - Haskell Wexler - Teatro Session
MovieFarm Aid 2021: Lukas Nelson & Promise of the Real
MovieThe Monsanto Years