Austin Butler, the 32-year-old heartthrob, recently took us behind the scenes of his life post-Elvis, shedding light on how he managed to bid adieu to the iconic Elvis Presley accent that had become synonymous with his name. The actor, who went viral for his uncanny continuation of the Elvis accent, shared his immersive journey on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.
For three years, Austin Butler was immersed in the world of Elvis, and as fans noticed, that immersion extended beyond the screen. The Elvis accent became a part of him, a lingering melody that played long after the cameras stopped rolling. However, as he stepped out of the King’s shoes, a new challenge awaited him on the horizon—Master of the Air, an Apple TV+ production that beckoned him into the tumultuous era of World War II.
Reflecting on the intense experience of embodying Elvis, Austin humorously shared, “It was a lot. I was just trying to remember who I was, I was trying to remember what I liked to do. All I thought about was Elvis for three years. And then I had that week off, and then I flew to London, and at that time it was Covid, so I’m quarantined for 10 days, so I thought alright just pour all this energy into learning about World War II now.”
Amidst the chaos of wartime history and a 10-day quarantine, Austin found a new groove. However, the echoes of Elvis persisted, and that’s when the actor enlisted the help of a dialect coach to orchestrate a smooth transition. In his own words, “I had a dialect coach just to help me not sound like Elvis in that film, that was the whole thing.”
This revelation showcases the actor’s dedication to his craft, the willingness to break free from a character that had become a second skin. The transition from Elvis to a World War II narrative might seem like a leap, but for Austin Butler, it was a chance to rediscover himself and explore diverse facets of storytelling.
Austin credited the dialect coach for being the guiding force in helping him relinquish the Elvis accent that had become a defining element. The coach, with expertise and precision, became the bridge that led Austin from the rock and roll vibes of Elvis to the solemn echoes of wartime history. The result? A seamless transformation, highlighting Austin’s versatility as an actor.
From the fervor of Elvis to the intensity of World War II, Austin Butler proves that his narrative palette knows no bounds. With each project, he continues to redefine himself, inviting the audience into new realms of entertainment. As fans eagerly await more glimpses of Austin’s evolving journey, one thing is certain—he’s a force to be reckoned with in the ever-shifting landscape of Hollywood.
