Josh Heuston is a star in the making.
Josh Heuston is making a name for himself–and for the right reasons. With his striking looks, charismatic personality and talents, Josh Heuston is the name to keep an eye out for now. Adored for his portrayal of Dusty Reid in “Heartbreak High,” the actor gained fame as the series became popular in Australia and in 45 other countries around the world. With the cast of “Heartbreak High” recently completing their third and final season, it appears we will soon have to say goodbye to his character, Dusty.
However, don’t fret; Heuston has various projects lined up–including a ‘rumoured’ project that’s causing a buzz on social media. If you’re thinking of a romance-fantasy series, then you’re on the right path.
He continues to grace the screen with a leading role in “Dune: Prophecy” as Constantine Corrino, which was released next year. And yes, if you’re a fan of the “Dune” realm, then you should give this series a shot as the series is already renewed for season two, according to Forbes.
Dubbed as the heartthrob of our time, this rising star is poised for a meteoric ascent to stardom. With the success behind ‘Heartbreak High’ and ‘Dune: Prophecy’, fans are eager for more screen time and we look forward to see what’s ahead for the actor this year.
Read on below to learn about the actor a little more.
In the meantime, here are a few fun facts about the rising star Josh Heuston:
He’s a Scorpio
The Australian actor is turning 29 this year on 18 November.
He studied biomolecular science
That’s right, he graduated from Macquarie University in 2019 with a double major in science in biomolecular science and a bachelor of commerce.
His first acting gig was in Netflix’s 2021 ‘Dive Club’
Playing Henry in this 2021 series, the “Dive Club” follows a group of teen divers who embark on a journey to find their missing friend after a dreadful storm.
He grew up loving ‘Lord of the Rings’ and playing World of Warcraft
In an interview with Teen Vogue, his love for film and television was what got him into acting–particularly Lord of the Rings.
He was casted as ‘Zeus’ Pretty Boy’ in Thor: Love and Thunder
While he may have been on location with the stars of the film for two months, his role in the movie was a five-second cameo as ‘Zeus Pretty Boy’.
If you can’t recall, it’s when Zeus’ “entourage” collapses at the sight of Thor’s nudity.
His fame skyrocketed with Heartbreak High, but here’s what to expect from him.
While we may have to bid goodbye to “Heartbreak High” soon, the future is bright for Heuston. With “Dune: Prophecy” and “Dangerous Animals”, you can look forward to seeing him in Prime Video’s “Off-Campus” series.
The actor co-owns a cafe in Cronulla, Sydney, called Little’s
Together with James Prier, the founders have opened their cosy coffee-and-brunch spot to reflect their love of travel and cafe culture. With a menu brimming with organic and sustainable ingredients, the cafe offers a variety of breakfast staples and hearty meals, including breakfast burritos, buttermilk pancakes, loaded bagels, smashed cheeseburgers, and more.
Pay a visit to Sydney at Shop 6/28-32 Kingsway, Cronulla, NSW, 2230, Sydney, Australia 2230
His go-to coffee order is a long black
As simple as it is, he prefers his coffee with no milk or sugar.
He’s rumoured to star in the ‘Fourth Wing’ series
If you’re fans of the fantasy-romance series ‘Fourth Wing’, then you’re probably in the loop about the upcoming book-to-series adaptation. As fans post their dream casting for the leading roles of Xaden and Violet, we can’t help but agree that Heuston fits the roles perfectly. There are multiple sightings of him reading the ‘Fourth Wing’ series out in public. Could it be a coincidence? I guess we’ll just have to find out.
Amalina Anuar
Amalina Anuar is the Digital Director of Harper's BAZAAR Malaysia. With fashion as her first love, she also has a passion for the beauty realm. While she often showcases neutral tones in her wardrobe, her music playlist is just as vibrant and you'll find her enjoying a good tune throughout the day. A connoisseur of cinematic delights, she finds joy in the heartwarming escapism of rom-coms and the soul-stirring narratives of tear-jerkers.
