Charlie Gillespie
Charlie Gillespie, born August 26, 1998, in Dieppe, New Brunswick, Canada, is a Canadian actor and singer. He is best known for his role as Luke Patterson in the Netflix series “Julie and the Phantoms” (2020). Gillespie has also appeared in films like “Speed Kills” (2018) and “Runt” (2020). He plays multiple instruments, including guitar and piano.
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Early Life and Career
Charles Jeffrey Gillespie was born on August 26, 1998 in Dieppe, New Brunswick, Canada. He grew up in a large, musically inclined family with three older brothers—Patrick, Michael, and Ryan—and a younger sister named Meghan. His mother Jeanette encouraged all her children to take music lessons, and Charlie became proficient in guitar, bass, trombone, tuba, piano, violin, and saxophone. He speaks both English and French fluently. After graduating early from high school, he moved to Toronto for two and a half years, then relocated to Los Angeles to pursue acting.
Movies and Television
Gillespie made his film debut in The Outlaw League (2014). He appeared in Degrassi: Next Class (2017), Charmed (2018), Speed Kills (2018), The Rest of Us (2019), Runt (2020), Love You Anyway (2021), The Class (2022), Suze (2023), Totally Killer (2023), Deltopia (2023), Shattered Ice (2025), and Splitsville (2025). His breakout role was Luke Patterson in the Netflix musical series Julie and the Phantoms (2020), where he co-wrote and performed “Perfect Harmony” with Madison Reyes. He also voiced songs for the show’s soundtrack, which charted internationally.
Modeling
Gillespie has done editorial shoots and appeared in music videos, often showcasing his toned physique and youthful charm. While not a professional model, his social media presence and red carpet appearances have made him a fan favorite for fashion edits and beachside candids. He’s known for casual, expressive style and has shared glimpses of beach trips, including one to Kelingking Beach in Bali.
Personal Life
Gillespie is currently single and keeps his romantic life private. He’s never been married and has no children. He’s an outdoorsy, adventurous person who enjoys hiking, swimming, skateboarding, and skiing. He’s volunteered with the Mare Nostrum Foundation to help preserve marine life. He’s close with his family and credits them as his support system. He’s also a hockey fan and a movie lover, citing School of Rock and Forrest Gump among his favorites.
Wiki and Measurements
Full name Charles Jeffrey Gillespie; born August 26, 1998 (age 26); Canadian actor and singer active since 2014; educated at Ecole Mathieu-Martin and Ryerson University; height 5 ft 8 in (1.73 m); weight approximately 152 lbs (69 kg); athletic build; blue eyes; dark brown hair.