Everything You Wanted to Know About Percy Jackson and the Olympians Star Charlie Bushnell
If you've been watching Disney+'s original series Percy Jackson and the Olympians series, you already know why we're such big fans of 19-year-old actor Charlie Bushnell.
With just two episodes to go, we're absolutely in love with the show—combining a moving teen drama with fantastic elements of Greek mythology and packed with twists and turns that play with our expectations as fans of the original Rick Riordan book series. Charlie appears as Luke Castellan, the son of Hermes (played by Lin-Manuel Miranda), and we couldn't imagine a better portrayal of the young demigod. Curious about the star? Keep scrolling to discover everything Charlie shared with us as our Man Crush Monday.
(Photo credit: The Emma Experience)
Name: Charlie Ray Bushnell
Hometown: Los Angeles, California
Birthday: June 16
Fun Facts:
1. When Charlie is seeking acting inspiration, he'll turn to his favorite media.
"I find watching incredible shows and movies and listening to music are always a great source of inspiration for me. Sometimes I'll watch something and it will remind me of why I got into acting in the first place. Films are also a big inspiration for my personal style. I recently watched Peaky Blinders and loved all the suits and looks."
-Charlie Bushnell
2. He relates to Dash from The Incredibles more than any other Disney character.
"Not to brag, but I was the fastest kid in my grade back in middle school, haha. Also when I was younger, more than any other superpower, I wanted super speed. How sick would that be?"
-Charlie Bushnell
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3. Christmas is his favorite day of the year.
"It truly is the most wonderful time of year. I just love that my whole family gets together and we stay in our pajamas all day and eat good food, watch holiday movies, play games, open presents… It is hard to beat that. However, I also always loved the first day of summer vacation. I graduated high school in June 2023, but that first day of summer after being stressed from finals was always such a good feeling."
-Charlie Bushnell
4. He loves dogs.
"I am a huge animal lover. I love all animals, but I grew up with dogs my whole life and can't imagine ever living without a dog. They are perfect beings."
-Charlie Bushnell
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5. He's never been the biggest seafood fan.
"I'm more open to it now than when I was younger, but it's still not my top choice."
-Charlie Bushnell
6. He can rely on his loved ones when he's going through a tricky time.
"I am extremely lucky to have an amazing family and friends that really do have my back. If I'm ever going through a tough time, they're always there for me and know how to lift my spirits. I also remember to tell myself that it's just a bad day, not a bad life… things will get better."
-Charlie Bushnell
7. He loves getting the chance to see how his work impacts his fans.
"The best fan encounters are always the ones when you hear from someone that your show or character helped that person feel seen and less alone and maybe even gave them the courage to be themselves."
-Charlie Bushnell
8. His musical taste is pretty varied.
"My music taste is so broad, ranging from music from the 1940s to Drake, and it truly depends on the day or my mood. But if I had to choose a favorite musician, I'd have to say my dad, Paul Bushnell. He went from busking on the streets of Ireland to coming to L.A. and making a whole career out of it. He continues to inspire me every day and is a constant reminder to keep following my dreams."
-Charlie Bushnell
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9. One thing he's always wanted to do is to visit all seven continents.
"I've been to two, so I have to figure out what my next stop is! I love to travel."
-Charlie Bushnell
10. He doesn't consider himself a big gamer these days, but he used to be obsessed with Fortnite.
"I still play from time to time. I remember back in middle school, I would settle beef with people by 1v1-ing them in Fortnite. Good times."
-Charlie Bushnell
11. If there's one thing Charlie wants people to know about him, it's that he's a peaceful soul.
"I am a lover, not a fighter."
-Charlie Bushnell
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