Nolan Gerard Funk Bio: Age, Height, Net Worth, Glee, Partner, Movies & TV Shows, Parents

Nolan Gerard Funk, is a Canadian actor, singer, and dancer known for his versatile performances across television, film, and Broadway.

He gained prominence for his role as Hunter Clarington, the charismatic captain of the Dalton Academy Warblers, in the musical comedy-drama series Glee during its fourth season.

Funk also captivated audiences as Nikko Alexander in Nickelodeon’s Spectacular! (2009) and as Conrad Birdie in the 2009 Broadway revival of Bye Bye Birdie, earning critical praise. His film roles, including The Canyons (2013) and Riddick (2013), showcase his ability to tackle diverse genres.

Profile

• Full Name: Nolan Gerard Funk
• Stage Name: Nolan Funk
• Born: 28 July, 1986
• Age: 38 years old
• Birthplace: Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
• Nationality: Canadian-German
• Occupation: Actor, Singer, Dancer
• Height: 1.83 m
• Parents: Mr., and Mrs. Funk
• Siblings: Natanya Funk
• Partner: Ksenia Solo
• Children: None
• Relationship: Not Married
• Net Worth: $1 million–5 million

Early Life and Education

Nolan Gerard Funk was born on July 28, 1986, in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Raised by his father, a psychologist, and his mother though their names are not publicly known, he grew up alongside his older sister, Natanya Funk.

From a young age, he excelled in athletics, competing nationally in gymnastics until age 13 and as a diver. Funk attended Point Grey Secondary School in Vancouver, though specific details about his higher education are not publicly available.

He is of German descent, he holds dual Canadian and German citizenship and is fluent in French and German. His religion is not publicly disclosed.

Career

Nolan Funk began his acting career in 2001 at age 15, debuting as Ryan in the Seven Days episode “The Brink.” In 2002, he starred as Alexander in the short film Moon in the Afternoon and appeared in Steven Spielberg’s Taken miniseries as Young Eric Crawford.

His early roles included a small part in X2: X-Men United (2003) as a captured X-Kid and guest appearances on shows like Romeo! and The L Word. His breakthrough came in 2009 with the starring role of Nikko Alexander in Nickelodeon’s Spectacular!, opposite Victoria Justice, which elevated him to teen idol status. That same year, he performed at New York City’s Hard Rock Cafe, showcasing his singing talent.

Funk’s career expanded with his Broadway debut as Conrad Birdie in the 2009 revival of Bye Bye Birdie, earning praise from The New Yorker and The New York Times despite the production’s mixed reviews. In 2012, he joined Glee as Hunter Clarington, delivering a memorable performance of Flo Rida’s “Whistle” and establishing the Warblers as formidable rivals.

He played Collin Jennings in Awkward (2013) and appeared in films like House at the End of the Street (2012) with Jennifer Lawrence and The Canyons (2013) with Lindsay Lohan. In 2013, he portrayed Luna in Riddick, a role that highlighted his versatility in action cinema, and became the face of Versace’s Spring/Summer 2014 menswear campaign.

Currently, Funk continues to build his diverse portfolio with roles like Van White in HBO Max’s The Flight Attendant (2020), earning a Screen Actors Guild Award nomination for best comedic ensemble in 2021. He starred in Netflix’s Partner Track (2022) and appeared in the ABC pilot LA Law (2023), though its status remains uncertain.

Funk is set to lead in the AI horror film Raptus, slated for a rumored 2025 release. His work in Counterpart (2018) as Angel Eyes and The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel (2018) as Josh further showcases his range. With a strong social media presence, Funk remains a respected figure in both teen and mature audiences, balancing mainstream and indie projects.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @nolanfunk
• Facebook Handle: Nolan Gerard Funk
• Twitter Handle: @nolanfunk

Personal Life

Nolan Funk is in a relationship with actress Ksenia Solo, though details about their romance are kept private. Previously, he dated Broadway actress Allie Trimm from 2010 to 2011 and had a brief encounter with Katie Waissel in 2013.

He has no children and has never been married. Funk enjoys an active lifestyle, with hobbies including hockey, boxing, horseback riding, and swimming.

Filmography

• Seven Days (2001) – Ryan
• Moon in the Afternoon (2002) – Alexander
• Taken (2002) – Young Eric Crawford
• X2: X-Men United (2003) – Captured X-Kid
• Romeo! (2003) – Bully
• The L Word (2004) – Malcolm
• Renegadepress.com (2007) – Ben Lalonde
• Spectacular! (2009) – Nikko Alexander
• Bereavement (2010) – William
• Triple Dog (2010) – Todd
• House at the End of the Street (2012) – Tyler
• Glee (2012–2013) – Hunter Clarington
• The Canyons (2013) – Ryan
• Riddick (2013) – Luna
• Awkward (2013) – Collin Jennings
• Wildlike (2014) – Tommy
• Arrow (2014–2016) – Cooper Seldon/Brother Eye
• American Romance (2016) – Emery
• Counterpart (2018) – Angel Eyes
• The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel (2018) – Josh
• Berlin, I Love You (2019) – Nico
• The Flight Attendant (2020) – Van White
• Partner Track (2022) – Dan Fallon
• LA Law (2023) – Role TBD (pilot)
• Raptus (2025, rumored) – Role TBD

Net Worth

Nolan Funk has an estimated net worth to be between $1 million to $5 million USD. His primary income sources include acting in television series like Glee, Awkward, and The Flight Attendant, as well as films such as Riddick and The Canyons. He also earns from his Broadway performances, music contributions to Spectacular! and Glee, and endorsements, notably as the face of Versace’s 2014 menswear campaign.