Whether playing the earnest young friend of a mysterious village idiot, a beleaguered Texas high school quarterback, or a reckless wayward drag racer, one thing remained consistent with actor Lucas Black – a no-nonsense honesty, thanks in part to his distinctive Southern drawl and a sincere love of his hometown roots before landing in Hollywood.Black was born Nov. 29, 1982 in Decatur, AL, where he was also raised. While he would spend half of his young life onscreen, he would become known for keeping things real off set. Interviewers would continually note his down-to-earth qualities – with
Performed in school plays in the first and third grades
1993
Attended an open casting call for the film "The War" and read for the casting directors; then traveled with mother to Atlanta to meet with director Jon Avnet; was informed that he had won the part one week later
1994
Professional (and feature) acting debut, "The War" starring Kevin Costner and Elijah Wood
1995
TV acting debut, starred in "American Gothic", a supernatural drama on CBS
1996
Had featured roles in "Sling Blade" and "Ghosts of Mississippi
