Louis Gabriel Basso III, known professionally as Gabriel Basso, is an American actor who has evolved from a child performer into a leading man on both the big and small screens. Born on December 11, 1994, in St. Louis, Missouri, Basso began his career at a young age, quickly establishing himself as a versatile talent. He is best known for his early role as Adam Jamison on the Showtime comedy-drama series The Big C and for his current lead performance as FBI Agent Peter Sutherland on the Netflix action thriller series The Night Agent, which has brought him widespread recognition and a new generation of fans.

Basso’s career took off when he was cast as a child actor, and he made a significant impression with his role in the 2011 science fiction film Super 8, directed by J.J. Abrams. The film, which followed a group of young friends who witness a train crash and subsequent alien encounter, showcased Basso’s ability to hold his own alongside a talented ensemble cast. He continued to build his filmography with a lead role in the coming-of-age comedy The Kings of Summer in 2013, where he played a teenager who builds a house in the woods with his friends. This performance demonstrated his range and helped him transition from child roles to more mature parts.

Throughout the 2010s, Basso appeared in a variety of films, including the action comedy Barely Lethal (2015) alongside Hailee Steinfeld and Jessica Alba, and the legal drama The Whole Truth (2016) with Keanu Reeves. In 2020, he took on a pivotal role in Hillbilly Elegy, directed by Ron Howard, where he played a younger version of the author J.D. Vance in a film that explored family, poverty, and the American Dream. This role marked a turning point in his career, earning him critical attention for his nuanced and grounded performance.

Basso’s most notable achievement to date came in 2023 when he was cast as the lead in the Netflix series The Night Agent. The show, based on the novel by Matthew Quirk, follows FBI Agent Peter Sutherland as he uncovers a vast conspiracy while working in the White House’s emergency response center. Basso’s portrayal of the determined and morally driven agent resonated with audiences, making the series a massive hit and securing his status as a leading man in the action-thriller genre. He has since reprised the role for the show’s second season, which premiered in 2025, and continues to be a central figure in the series’ ongoing success.

Looking ahead, Basso is set to appear in the film A House of Dynamite (2025), further expanding his filmography. With a career that spans from child acting to headlining a major streaming series, Gabriel Basso has proven his ability to adapt and grow, making him one of the most promising actors of his generation. His journey from St. Louis to Hollywood serves as a testament to his dedication and talent, and he remains a compelling figure to watch in the entertainment industry.