Lukas Nelson
Born: 1988-12-25 in Austin, Texas, USA
Known For: Acting
Biography
Lukas Autry Nelson (born December 25, 1988, in Austin, Texas) is an American singer‐songwriter and the son of country legend Willie Nelson who rose to prominence as the frontman of Lukas Nelson & Promise of the Real—a band he formed in 2008 that supported artists like Neil Young and contributed to nine albums before their 2024 hiatus. He earned acclaim co‑writing and producing the Grammy‑winning soundtrack for A Star Is Born (2018), and in June 2025 he launched his solo career with American Romance, released via Sony Music Nashville and produced by Shooter Jennings; the 12‑track album, including singles like “Ain’t Done” and “Pretty Much,” is a soulful, introspective blend of country, folk, and Americana that reflects his personal growth—sobriety, piloting, and stepping out from his father’s shadow—while exploring themes of love, loss, resilience, and American road life.
Filmography
2025
- Willie Nelson Presents: King of the Roadies as Self
- Coastal as Self
2023
2022
2018
- A Star Is Born as Guitarist
- The Road to Stardom: The Making of A Star Is Born as Self
- Paradox as Jailtime
2015
- The Late Show with Stephen Colbert as Self - Musical Guest
- Neil Young - Haskell Wexler - Teatro Session as Self
- The Monsanto Years as Himself / Guitar / Backing Vocals
2014
- The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon as Self
- Austin City Limits Celebrates 40 Years as Self - Performer
- Neil Young - Live at Farm Aid 2014 as Himself
2003
- Jimmy Kimmel Live! as Self
2002
- CMT Music Awards as Self - Presenter
1975
- Austin City Limits as Self
1959
- The Grammys as Self