Rob is one of the most popular and well-known figures in Hollywood. He’s been in feature films and TV shows and released a number of successful solo albums. He’s a prolific writer, with more than 70 songs to his name, including collaborations with global superstitions stars like Roger Waters and Nick Cave. Despite his hectic schedule, including a number of high profile relationships and frequent press coverage, Pattinson remains faithful to his family. In fact, he’s such a loving husband and father that he’s often been referred to as the “golden child” of the British rock band, The Beatles.

Early Life And Career

Pattinson was born in London in 1974. He grew up in the countryside, attending private schools and then Oxford University. His paternal grandfather was the English singer and actor Hugh Pattinson, who performed under the stage name of “Patti.” An accomplished pianist, vocal coach, and music publisher, Patti helped inspire the young Robert to follow in his footsteps. As a child, Rob often accompanied his grandfather on tour, performing at some of the venues in lieu of audiences. During his time at Oxford, he became a friend of director Christopher Nolan, with whom he would later work at length on Batman Begins and The Dark Knight.

Solo Work And Musical Influences

Following graduation from university, Pattinson moved to Los Angeles and launched his acting career. Over the next decade, he would star in a number of films and TV shows, working with some of Hollywood’s biggest names. Most notably, he appeared alongside Johnny Depp in the Pirates of the Caribbean trilogy, playing opposite the actor’s iconic singing voice, Jack Sparrow. Other notable collaborations include Kill Me Three Times, in which he played a terrorist alongside Samuel L. Jackson; xXx: Return of Xander Cage, where he portrayed a reluctant antihero; and Bad Teacher, where he showcased his extraordinary chops as an actor, often playing multiple roles. Besides his work in Hollywood, Pattinson has also recorded a number of solo albums, the most recent of which, Twentieth Century, was released in 2018 to universal acclaim.

Family Life

Pattinson has been married to Chinese model and actress Zhang Ziyi since 2015. The couple have a daughter, Lily-Rose, born in 2016. They reportedly wed in secret, only announcing their engagement a few weeks later. In 2020, they welcomed their second child into the world. This is the first child born to either parent, although Zhang has children from a previous relationship.

Aside from his professional activities, Pattinson dotes on his family. Besides regularly attending plays and concerts with his wife and children, he has also taken the time to walk his daughter down the aisle. He has also hosted numerous private parties for friends and family, inviting artists, designers, and musicians such as Rihanna, U2, and The Who to commemorate her special day. To this day, Zhang has dubbed him the “golden child,” due to his popularity and philanthropy. In 2021, they premiered their reality series, The Family, which chronicles their everyday lives.

Robin Williams

Pattinson is a gifted mimic, often performing comedy and impressions on Instagram and at various award show ceremonies, including the Primetime Emmy Awards and Golden Globes. He’s often credited with breaking down barriers between performers of different walks of life, inspiring a generation of young performers. In 2019, he was nominated for a British Comedy Award for Most Outstanding Newcomer for his portrayal of popstar Justin Bieber in the sketch series, Rob & Justin. The following year, he was nominated for a British Academy Television Award for his role in the series. In 2021, he began filming the highly-anticipated sequel, Rob & Justin: Return of the Gummy, where he plays the titular role of Justin.

Collaborations

Aside from his solo work and friendship with Nolan, Pattinson has also worked with some of Hollywood’s most esteemed directors on a number of significant feature films and TV projects. He first collaborated with Nolan on the 2006 dark comedy, Following, which starred Anne Hathaway. They’ve since worked together on Batman Begins, The Dark Knight, and the upcoming Joker. In addition to his work with Nolan, Pattinson has appeared in a number of high profile collaborations with other directors, including Terry Gilliam, Ridley Scott, David Lynch, and Francis Ford Coppola. Among his most prominent co-stars are Emma Watson, Margot Robbie, and Chloe Grace Moretz.

The Beatles

Pattinson’s grandfather, Patti, was a member of The Beatles in the 1960s, and provided some of the music for their groundbreaking films. Rob has also acted alongside members of the legendary band, most notably Sean Lennon, with whom he collaborated on a number of projects, including the 2015 music biopic, George Harrison: Living in the Material World. He played Harrison, the troubled son of the former Beatle, George, who struggles to find his place in the world, and had to overcome his own personal demons, such as drug addiction and homelessness. To this day, Lennon refers to Harrison as his “little cousin.” In October 2021, the final episode of the highly-acclaimed series, George Harrison: Living in the Material World, will premiere worldwide. In addition to his work with Harrison, Pattinson also collaborated with Roger Waters on a number of projects, including the 2013 biopic, The Beatles: Eight Days a Week, which is the official sequel to the band’s 2008 film, The Beatles: Love. He portrayed Paul McCartney, who was inspired by his favorite artist, Van Gogh, to create a uniquely creative and colorful world that serves as a metaphor for the transformative power of art and love.

Artistry

Pattinson displays an uncanny knack for mimicry and impressionism, often portraying some of the most well-known faces in pop culture. His remarkable artistry has transcended the various mediums in which he works, and has garnered him a devoted, if small, fanbase throughout the world. On his Instagram account, fans can often find incredible, detailed, and spot-on renditions of some of the most famous faces. In addition to his talents as an artist, his incredible ear for voice imitations has led to him having numerous collaborations, both OST and live performances, with prominent artists and musicians, including Rihanna, U2, and The Who.

Filmography

Below is a list of the major works and notable performances of Robert Pattinson:

Feature Films

The following is a list of the major feature films and notable independent films that have either starred or are associated with Robert Pattinson: