Luke Grimes Biography: Age, Parents, Siblings, Net Worth, Height, Ethnicity, Wife, Child, Albums, Music Videos

Luke Timothy Grimes, famously known as Luke Grimes, is an American actor and musician best known for his role as Kayce Dutton in the Paramount Network drama series Yellowstone (2018–2024).

He gained recognition for portraying Navy SEAL Marc Alan Lee in American Sniper (2014) and Elliot Grey in the Fifty Shades film trilogy (2015–2018).

As a musician, Grimes has explored country and Americana, releasing his debut album, Luke Grimes, in March 2024, which features hits like “No Horse to Ride.”

His authentic performances in both acting and music, influenced by his Ohio roots and collaborations in Nashville, have earned him critical acclaim and a growing fan base.

Profile

• Full Name: Luke Timothy Grimes
• Stage Name: Luke Grimes
• Born: 21, January 1984
• Age: 41 years old
• Birthplace: Dayton, Ohio, USA
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: Actor, Musician, Singer, and Songwriter
• Height: 1.83m
• Parents: Randy Grimes and Angie Baker
• Siblings: 3
• Spouse: Bianca Rodrigues Grimes (m. 2018)
• Children: Rigel
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $2 million to $4 million

Early Life and Education

Luke Grimes was born on January 21, 1984, in Dayton, Ohio, as the youngest of four children to Randy Grimes, a Pentecostal pastor, and Angie Baker.

Raised in a devout Christian household, he grew up surrounded by gospel values and early musical influences from legendary country artists such as Johnny Cash and Waylon Jennings, which would later shape his artistic direction.

He graduated from Dayton Christian High School in 2002. Subsequently, he relocated to New York City to pursue formal training in acting at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts, from which he graduated in 2004. Grimes is of white ethnicity and identifies as a Christian.

Career

Luke Grimes began his acting career in the mid-2000s with roles in independent and genre films, including All the Boys Love Mandy Lane (2006), War Eagle, Arkansas (2007), and Assassination of a High School President (2008).

He gained early television recognition as Ryan Lafferty in the ABC family drama Brothers & Sisters from 2008 to 2010. In 2013, he appeared in HBO’s True Blood as James but exited the show due to creative differences.

Grimes’s breakthrough in film came with his portrayal of Navy SEAL Marc Alan Lee in Clint Eastwood’s American Sniper (2014), followed by the recurring role of Elliot Grey in the Fifty Shades trilogy from 2015 to 2018. His growing body of work also includes appearances in Taken 2 (2012), The Magnificent Seven (2016), and Happiness for Beginners (2023).

Grimes achieved widespread acclaim for his role as Kayce Dutton in the hit television series Yellowstone, which aired from 2018 to 2024. His performance as the morally conflicted youngest son of a powerful ranching family resonated with both audiences and critics, becoming a defining part of his career.

The depth and authenticity he brought to the character helped solidify his presence in both mainstream television and dramatic storytelling. This role, paired with his strong screen presence and understated intensity, positioned him as a leading figure in modern Western and American cinema narratives.

In addition to acting, Luke Grimes launched a music career that reflects his personal life and artistic sensibility. Signing with UMG Nashville and Range Music in 2022, he released his debut single, “No Horse to Ride,” which reached No. 7 on the Country Songs sales chart.

His 2023 EP, Pain Pills or Pews, and his full-length self-titled album, Luke Grimes, released in March 2024 and produced by Dave Cobb, feature emotionally resonant tracks like “Burn” and “Oh Ohio,” which he co-wrote with established Nashville songwriters.

Grimes has performed at major country music events, including Stagecoach, and made his Grand Ole Opry debut in November 2024, where he shared the stage with his wife and newborn son.

Blending country, folk, and Americana influences, his music draws on deeply personal experiences, including the loss of his father and his journey into fatherhood.

Social Media

•    Instagram Handle: @lukegrimes
•    Facebook Handle: Luke Grimes
•    Twitter Handle: @LukeGrimesMusic

Personal Life

Luke Grimes married Brazilian model Bianca Rodrigues Grimes in November 2018, marking the beginning of a private yet supportive partnership that has remained largely out of the public eye.

The couple welcomed their first child, a son named Rigel, in October 2024, embracing parenthood with joy while maintaining their signature low-key lifestyle.

In 2020, they relocated to the scenic Bitterroot Valley in southwestern Montana, seeking a quieter, more grounded environment away from the bustle of Hollywood.

Together, the family enjoys a peaceful existence surrounded by natural beauty, offering their son a childhood rooted in tranquillity and authenticity.

Filmography

• All the Boys Love Mandy Lane (2006)War Eagle, Arkansas (2007)
• Assassination of a High School President (2008)Taken 2 (2012)
• True Blood (2013 TV series)
• American Sniper (2014)
• Fifty Shades of Grey (2015)
• Freeheld (2015)
• The Magnificent Seven (2016)
• Fifty Shades Darker (2017)
• Fifty Shades Freed (2018)
• Yellowstone (2018–2024, TV series)
• Into the Ashes (2019)
• Happiness for Beginners (2023)

Discography

• Pain Pills or Pews (2023) – EP, including “No Horse to Ride,” “Burn”
• Luke Grimes (2024) – Album, including “Oh Ohio,” “Ain’t Dead Yet”
• “Burn – Live from Nashville” (2024) – Single

Net Worth

Luke Grimes’s estimated net worth ranges from $2 million to USD 4 million. His wealth primarily stems from his acting roles in Yellowstone, the Fifty Shades trilogy, and films such as American Sniper, supplemented by earnings from his music career, including his UMG Nashville record deal, festival performances, and album sales.