Austin Butler has broken his silence about the emotional challenges he’s been facing following his split from model Kaia Gerber. The actor, who shot to international fame with his portrayal of Elvis Presley in Elvis, admitted that the end of his relationship with Gerber has been a deeply difficult time for him, both personally and professionally.
In a recent interview, Butler opened up about navigating this challenging chapter of his life. “I think this is the hardest moment I’ve faced in my career and in my personal life,” he revealed, his voice tinged with vulnerability. “When something so important ends, it shakes your entire world, and it’s hard to know how to move forward.”
Butler and Gerber, who had been together for nearly two years, quietly ended their relationship in late 2024. While the breakup was amicable and the two remain respectful of each other, the split has taken an emotional toll on the actor. “It’s just one of those things where life changes and you have to adjust,” he explained. “But that doesn’t make it any easier. Losing someone you care about is always tough, especially when you’ve been so close.”
The actor also discussed how the breakup has affected his outlook on life and work. Though he’s enjoyed immense success recently, especially following his acclaimed performance in Elvis, Butler admitted that the separation has cast a shadow over his professional achievements. “You can’t separate your personal life from your work, no matter how hard you try,” he said. “The emotions you’re going through seep into everything you do, whether you want them to or not. I’ve had to find new ways to channel everything into the work that I love.”
While Butler’s career is thriving, with several major projects lined up in the coming years, he confided that he has struggled with the pressure of managing both his public life and his personal challenges. “Being in the spotlight, especially when you’re going through something like this, can feel incredibly isolating,” Butler admitted. “People think they know you because of what they see, but there’s so much more going on behind the scenes. It’s been a learning process for me, trying to figure out how to stay true to myself while dealing with all of this.”
Despite the difficulty of the moment, Butler expressed optimism about the future. “I’m taking it day by day,” he said. “There’s no timeline for healing, but I know I’m getting there. Life moves on, and I’ll find my way through this just like I always have.”
Butler’s candid remarks about his struggles have garnered support from fans and peers alike, and many are rooting for him as he works through this challenging phase.
