Meet the new kid on campus
Tell Me Lies has introduced its most intriguing player yet, and his name is Costa D’Angelo. The Australian actor has set eyes wandering with his Season 3 debut as Alex—a character whose presence on the Baird campus promises equal parts intrigue and chaos. From his early days in modelling to his breakout role on Hulu’s addictive drama, D’Angelo is quickly becoming the name on everyone’s lips. Here’s everything you need to know about the rising star who’s about to shake up your screen.
All you need to know about Costa D’ Angelo:
He is Australian
He is 25 years old
He is a graduate student of the Victorian College of the Arts (VCA)
He holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting) degree.

He started acting at 12 years old
Costa D’Angelo first cut his teeth in modelling before discovering his true calling in acting. Since then, he’s built an impressive roster of acting roles, including Wog Boys Forever, Crazy Fun Park, Neighbours, The Deb, and Tell Me Lies. Next, he’ll appear in East of Eden alongside Joseph Zada and Martha Plimpton, and Shiver with Bridgerton actress Phoebe Dynevor. Most recently, D’Angelo was tapped for a Netflix hockey drama series—proving he is very much a star on the rise.
His first audition was for an Angelina Jolie film
His very first audition was for Angelina Jolie’s Unbroken—and he made it to the final round, though he didn’t land the role
He plays Alex in “Tell Me Lies”
Costa D’Angelo recently made his debut in Tell Me Lies Season 3, and he’s got everyone talking—especially after episode 3. He plays a new character “whose life sits at the intersection of academia and danger.” HE is a “psychology grad student and part-time drug dealer who has a complicated past with Bree.” D’Angelo’s character is already making waves, and we can’t wait to see how his story unfolds.
If he’s not acting, he’d be in a family business
In an interview with the Casting Guild of Australia, D’Angelo revealed his backup plan: joining the family business in gardening—a grounded alternative to the glitz of Hollywood.
This story will be updated.
Syameen Salehaldin
A lover of steamy romance books and all things green, Syameen Salehaldin is the Lifestyle Director for Harper's BAZAAR Malaysia. She spends most of her time immersed in books, food and doing anything that makes her happy. Expect to see her diving into lifestyle, fashion and beauty trends on this platform.