Luke Benward is a singer and actor from America. When he first began acting as a child, he did incredibly well in a number of TV series and films. The role that Benward played as Billy Forrester in the kid-friendly comedy “How to Eat Fried Worms” is what made him most famous. Given that his mother was an actor and his father was a singer, Benward had a natural talent for singing and acting. At the age of seven, he made his acting debut in the film “We Were Soldiers.” Becoming well-known as a young actor, Benward played Billy Forrester. He stayed involved in the field even when he was a teenager. He starred in a number of TV films, including “Cloud 9” and “Minutemen.” Benward appeared frequently in the television series Good Luck Charlie and Still the King. Luke Benward is also a skilled vocalist. “Let Your Love Out” is the name of the album he just released. For a brief period, Benward was also connected to the Christian music ensemble “iShine Live.” He has dabbled in modeling, making appearances in multiple advertisements for companies including American Express, McDonald’s, and Willy Wonka.
Luke’s early life and childhood
On May 12, 1995, Aaron Benward was born in Franklin, Tennessee. Aaron Benward, his father, is a musician. He performs as a member of the duo “Blue County.” Kenda Benward, his mother, is an acting coach, model, and actress. Jeoffrey Benward, Benward’s grandfather, is a skilled musician who specializes in modern Christian music. Benward is the younger of two sisters, Gracie and Ella.
Benward is descended from Scots-Irish, German, and English people. Young Benward was exposed to the entertainment world at a young age, having been raised in a family of entertainers. From his early years, he showcased his singing, acting, and dancing abilities.
Career of Luke Benward
Luke Benward started his career as a young actor in 2002. He was cast as David Moore in the US war movie “We Were Soldiers.” The director of it was Randall Wallace. The novel “We Were Soldiers Once…And Young,” authored by Lieutenant General Hal Moore, had real-life stories that served as the inspiration for the film. Benward received an offer to appear in a “Family Affair” comedy series episode that same year. Benward appeared as “Steven Dewberry” in the comedy-drama film “Because of Winn-Dixie” in 2005. Wayne Wang directed the film.
He rose to fame in the 2006 movie “How to Eat Fried Worms,” in which he played Billy Forrester. Bob Dolman was the director of this kid-friendly comedy movie. The movie’s main character, Billy, was a little child with a weak stomach who frequently puked. In the film, “Billy” was put through a school challenge in which he had to eat worms without throwing up. Benward gave an incredibly good performance in the part. In the category of “Best Young Ensemble in a Feature Film,” he took up the “Young Artist Award.”
Luke Benward played Charlie Tuttle in the 2008 Disney Channel Original Motion Picture “Minutemen.” well its first week of release, the science-fiction film drew well over six million spectators. Charlie served as one of the primary characters. Despite being a brilliant adolescent, he had been labeled an outsider in the school. Benward was superb in the part. Benward featured in the films Dog Gone and Mostly Ghostly in the same year.
Benward released his album “Let Your Love Out” in 2009. With five tracks, it was an extended play record. The music label “iShine Music” released it. For a short while, Benward went on tour with the Christian music group “iShine Live.” Benward appeared in the film “Dear John” in 2010. Lasse Hallstrom directed the romantic drama film. Benward played the role of “Alan Wheddon,” an Asperger’s Syndrome sufferer in the film.
Benward played “Ryan Dean” in the “Disney Channel Original Movie,” “Girl vs. Monster,” which debuted in 2012. He starred as “Matthew Pearson” in the sitcom “See Daddy Run” that same year. He appeared frequently in the sitcom “Good Luck Charlie” that played on the “Disney” channel in 2013. In the show, a family was having trouble adjusting to the birth of their fourth and fifth child. Benward portrayed “Beau Landry,” a worker at the business that one of the main characters, “Bob,” owned.
In the 2014 television film “Cloud 9,” Benward played the role of professional snowboarder “Will Cloud.” It was a Paul Hoen-directed sports drama film. The “Disney” channel broadcast the film. He starred in both the film Field of Lost Shoes and the television series The Goldbergs in the same year.
Benward made a guest appearance in the comedy series “Still the King” in 2017 as “Lloy Danderson.” Benward played Jack Strong in the comedy film “Life of the Party” in 2018. Additionally, he starred in the motion pictures Measure of a Man and Dumplin.
Luke Benward has been in multiple music video performances. He had cameos in the music videos for “That’s Cool” by Blue County and “Concrete Angel” by Martina McBride. Benward has made appearances in advertisements for companies like McDonald’s, Nintendo, and Willy Wonka.
Individual Life of Luke Benward
Luke Benward isn’t dating. It is unknown if he is dating anyone. He is an avid fan of “Star Wars” and enjoys playing video games. He also enjoys music and football. He like Bruno Mars, Eminem, and the Beatles. Benward and his family currently reside in Los Angeles.
Random Facts of Luke Benward
Benward performed at his “Because of Winn-Dixie” audition holding a toothpick in his mouth. This peculiarity appealed to the director, who chose Benward for the film.
Net worth of Luke Benward
The estimated net worth of Luke Benward is about $1 million.