Luke Grimes

Actor

American actor and musician Luke Grimes (born January 21, 1984) has built a diverse career defined by intense, brooding performances and a deep connection to the American West. Born in Dayton, Ohio, as the son of a Pentecostal pastor, he studied at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts before making his mark in films like American Sniper (2014) and the Fifty Shades trilogy. However, his portrayal of the conflicted Navy SEAL-turned-rancher Kayce Dutton in the hit series Yellowstone (2018–2024) made him a household name and earned him a Screen Actors Guild Award nomination. Beyond acting, Grimes is an accomplished country musician who released his self-titled debut album in 2024 and recently made his debut at the Grand Ole Opry. Off-screen, he maintains a private life in Montana with his wife, Brazilian model Bianca Rodrigues, and their son, while continuing to expand the Yellowstone universe in the 2026 spinoff series Y: Marshals.