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Grant Feely is one of Hollywood’s most exciting young actors, and he is entering a major new career milestone with his upcoming role in the highly anticipated return of Ted Lasso. Grant will portray Henry Lasso, the son of Jason Sudeikis’ beloved character, Ted Lasso.
At just 14 years old, Grant has already built an impressive résumé spanning some of the most recognizable franchises in entertainment. Audiences first took notice when he portrayed a young Luke Skywalker opposite Ewan McGregor in Disney+’s Obi-Wan Kenobi. Under the direction of Deborah Chow, Grant brought an authentic, youthful energy to one of cinema’s most iconic characters, delivering a memorable performance that quickly put him on Hollywood’s radar.
Since then, Grant has continued to showcase his versatility across genres, appearing in Creepshow, Universal’s blockbuster horror film Five Nights at Freddy’s, and, most recently, starring alongside Morgan Freeman and Luke Hemsworth in the action thriller Gunner.
Now, Grant is stepping into another cultural phenomenon as Ted Lasso returns for its next chapter. With Henry Lasso expected to have an expanded presence, Grant is poised to become an important part of one of television’s most beloved and celebrated franchises.
What makes Grant particularly compelling is that his ambitions extend well beyond acting. His passion for filmmaking began at age seven, after watching behind-the-scenes footage from Stranger Things. Since then, he has developed a fascination with every aspect of the filmmaking process and hopes to eventually write and direct projects of his own.
With a growing body of work, an impressive range, and a genuine passion for storytelling, Grant Feely is quickly establishing himself as a young talent to watch—both in front of the camera and behind it.
1. You’re about to take on the role of Henry Lasso in the highly anticipated return of Ted Lasso. What excites you most about stepping into this expanded chapter of the story, and how are you approaching bringing Henry to life?
I’m am so excited to step into this role. I was a fan of the show long before I even got the audition for Henry. I’m super excited for fans to meet a grown up and expanded version of him. I specifically love the dynamic between Henry and Ted this season. Honestly, it’s really easy bringing Henry to life because the scripts are so well written. The writers are absolutely amazing and basically do half the work for me.
2. Playing young Luke Skywalker opposite Ewan McGregor in Obi-Wan Kenobi put you on the map at a very young age. What was it like stepping into such an iconic character, and how did director Deborah Chow encourage you to bring your own perspective to it?
It was really exciting to be part of a character with so much history. Deborah gave me the freedom to approach Luke naturally, and I was young enough that I was mostly just excited to be there and enjoy the experience.
3. You’ve already worked with some major names—Jason Sudeikis, Ewan McGregor, Morgan Freeman, and Luke Hemsworth. What’s one memorable moment or piece of advice from any of them that has stuck with you?
There’s so much you can learn just from watching how experienced actors work on set and handle different situations. On Ted Lasso, seeing how Jason and Brendan balance being lead actors while also writing and executive producing has been especially inspiring. Watching them move between all of those roles has made me even more interested in eventually working both in front of and behind the camera.
4. At just 14, you’ve already moved fluidly between sci-fi (Obi-Wan Kenobi), horror (Creepshow, Five Nights at Freddy’s), action (Gunner), and now comedy-drama with Ted Lasso. How do you approach such different genres, and which has challenged you the most so far?
I really love getting to work in different genres, but drama and comedy are probably my favorites. Ted Lasso has definitely challenged me the most because there’s so much improv. Having to stay in character while also being ready for anything has pushed me a lot as an actor.
5. You grew up in Alabama while building a career in Hollywood. How has that balance shaped you, and what has it been like navigating the industry from outside the usual centers of the entertainment world?
I think I’ve been really lucky that self-tapes have become such a big part of the industry, because they’ve allowed me to pursue acting without having to grow up in Los Angeles or New York. I’ve been able to stay in Alabama, around the people I’ve known my whole life, which has kept me really grounded. When I’m home, acting isn’t really the center of my life, and my friends definitely don’t treat it like it is. I love the balance my environment has provided to my acting career.
6. You first fell in love with filmmaking after watching behind-the-scenes footage from Stranger Things at age seven. What specifically about that material sparked something in you, and how has that early fascination continued to influence your work?
I think I was just fascinated by seeing how everything actually came together behind the camera. I’d never really thought about what went into making a show before, and once I saw it, I became kind of obsessed with the process. That curiosity has definitely never gone away. Now I can barely watch anything without wondering how they got a certain shot or trying to figure out how they pulled something off.
7. Beyond acting, you’ve talked about wanting to write and direct one day. What kinds of stories are you most interested in telling from behind the camera, and what draws you to those roles as much as performing?
I don’t think there’s one specific type of story I want to tell. I just really like being creative and coming up with ideas, and writing gives me a place to actually do something with them. I also just love the whole process of making something. Acting is a big part of that, but I’d love to eventually be involved in every part of it, whether that be directing or producing.
8. You’ve been featured in a Zara Kids campaign in addition to your film and TV work. How do you see modeling and commercial projects fitting into your career alongside more narrative roles?
I honestly haven’t really had to think about balancing the two yet. Acting is obviously my main focus, but modeling is something I can pursue at the same time without one really getting in the way of the other. They’re pretty different, so I don’t feel like I have to choose between them or figure out exactly how they fit together. The Zara shoot was my first real modeling job, and I really enjoyed it, so it’s definitely something I’d like to keep doing when those opportunities come up.
9. With Ted Lasso being such a beloved cultural phenomenon, how are you preparing for the attention that comes with joining a show that means so much to so many fans?
I don’t think there’s really a way to prepare for something like that, so I try not to go into it with any expectations. I’m mostly excited for people who have loved the show for so long to see what we’ve been working on. Growing up in Alabama has given me a bit of a bubble from the industry, which helps me keep everything in perspective. More than anything, I’m grateful to be joining something that already means so much to so many people.
10. Looking ahead, what are some of the creative goals or types of projects you’re most excited to pursue as you continue building your career—both as an actor and eventually as a storyteller behind the camera?
I’m a huge Marvel fan, so getting to play a character like Spider-Man someday would obviously be a dream. I’d also really love to take on more serious, dramatic roles that challenge me as an actor and let me show a different side of myself. Beyond acting, I definitely want to work behind the camera as I get older and eventually write and direct my own projects. I love acting, but I think I’ll always want to explore every side of filmmaking.
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