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Luke Eisner
Eisner in 2026
Born (1996-08-01) August 1, 1996 (age 30)
Greendale, Wisconsin
OccupationsActor, singer, songwriter

Luke Eisner (born August 1, 1996) is an American singer, actor, and songwriter. He is best known for his role as Stig in Tall Girl and Tall Girl 2. He is also a member of the pop duo VOILÀ. He was nominated for a Children's and Family Emmy Award for his songwriting in The J Team.

Biography

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He was born on August 1, 1996 in Greendale, Wisconsin[1] to a father who was an advertising executive.[2] He has stated that he grew up in a very sports-focused town, but at first wanted to become an author, growing up reading Nicholas Sparks books.[3] He subsequently decided to become a musician and an actor.[4] He was bullied while growing up.[5] In 2013, he won Wisconsin Young Entrepeneur of the Year for his DJing business.[6] He was also valedictorian of his high school.[7]

He attended the University of Southern California, where he met Gus Ross. Ross and Eisner soon became known as the pop duo VOILÀ.[8] They have since opened for Kesha and The Fray.[9]

He has stated that during a haircut, his barber suggested that he become a model and sent him to a modeling agency, which began his work in Hollywood. He subsequently signed to IMG Models after appearing in an American Eagle ad.[7] In 2019, he appeared on an episode of The Goldbergs.[10]

In 2019, he made his film debut as Stig in Tall Girl.[11] He subsequently also had his song "Stand Tall", which had been previously released as a single,[12] in the movie.[8] He has stated that after the movie, people recognized him in the grocery store.[13]

In 2020, VOILA released their single "Trouble in Paradise"[14] and their album Long Story Short.[15]

In 2021, he served as the on-screen vocal coach for Peacock competition show Siwas Dance Pop Revolution.[13] He also worked as a songwriter for The J Team, which led to his 2022 Children's and Family Emmy Award for Outstanding Musical Direction and Composition for a Live Action Program nomination as a part of the team.[16]

In 2022, he reprised his role as Stig in Tall Girl 2.[17] His song "Figure You Out" was in the movie. He stated that this film let him let his "goofy side" out.[13] He also spent time preparing, studying Swedish accents and working out.[18]

In March 2026, he was announced to be appearing as recurring character Koya, the best friend of Noah Beck's character, on the 2026-2027 Baywatch reboot.[19] Also in 2026, VOILÀ had its first headline tour of Australia,[20] which they stated sold out in 48 hours.[21]

He is set to appear on an upcoming movie based on the book The Upside of Unrequited.[22] He is also set to appear on upcoming romantic comedy Goodbye Girl[23], on an upcoming thriller directed by Michael Polish,[24] and on a superhero movie.[25]

He volunteers with domestic violence shelters,[7] and has since he was young.[9]

References

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  1. ↑ "Luke Eisner - Actor". TV Insider. 2026-03-27. Retrieved 2026-08-26.
  2. ↑ "Celebration of life scheduled for prominent ad exec Bill Eisner Jr.; son Luke Eisner writes tribute". Milwaukee Business Journal. 2020-01-08. Retrieved 2026-08-27.
  3. ↑ "Luke Eisner From 'Tall Girl' Is The Renaissance Man Of My Dreams". Romper. 2019-09-13. Retrieved 2026-08-27.
  4. ↑ Royer, Carol-Anne (2022-03-11). "Luke Eisner". EUPHORIA. Retrieved 2026-08-26.
  5. ↑ Thompson, Avery (2019-11-25). "'Tall Girl's Luke Eisner Reveals He Had The 'Exact Same Evolution' As Jodi In Real Life". Hollywood Life. Retrieved 2026-08-27.
  6. ↑ Lockwood, Denise (2013-03-05). "Greendale Student Wins 2013 Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award". Greendale, WI Patch. Retrieved 2026-08-26.
  7. 1 2 3 Roche, Eddie (2020-05-19). "Luke Eisner Is The Heartthrob You've Been Waiting For!". Fashion Week Daily. Retrieved 2026-08-26.
  8. 1 2 Mier, Tomás (October 8, 2019). "How Duo VOILÀ Went from Making Music in a Dorm to Being Featured in Netflix Film 'Tall Girl'". People. Retrieved August 26, 2026.
  9. 1 2 "Luke Eisner: a Natural Rock Star". daman.co.id. 2019-12-26. Retrieved 2026-08-27.
  10. ↑ Allen, Erin (2019-02-14). "The Goldbergs Review: My Valentine Boy (Season 6 Episode 15)". telltaletv.com. Retrieved 2026-08-26.
  11. ↑ "Luke Eisner plays Stig in Netflix's Tall Girl". Capital. Retrieved 2026-08-26.
  12. ↑ Aniftos, Rania (2018-02-23). "VOILA Explores Hope After Loss in Empowering New Ballad, 'Stand Tall': Exclusive Premiere". Billboard. Retrieved 2026-08-27.
  13. 1 2 3 "LUKE EISNER". Wonderland. 2022-02-11. Retrieved 2026-08-26.
  14. ↑ Kress, Bryan (2019-10-17). "Voilà Spot 'Trouble in Paradise' On Latest Single: Exclusive". Billboard. Retrieved 2026-08-27.
  15. ↑ Tauer, Kristen (2020-05-21). "Voilà — Pop Duo Luke Eisner and Gus Ross Arrive on the Scene". WWD. Retrieved 2026-08-27.
  16. ↑ Dresden, Hilton (2022-11-01). "Children's & Family Emmys: Netflix Leads Nominations for First Awards Ceremony". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved 2026-08-26.
  17. ↑ Fasano, Maria Luisa (2022-04-09). "Interview with Luke Eisner: 'Tall Girl 2' and the Heartthrob's Redemption". The Italian Rêve. Retrieved 2026-08-26.
  18. ↑ "Luke Eisner On The Evolution Of Stig Mohlin In Tall Girl And Storytelling In Film, Music And Modelling". August Man. Retrieved 2026-08-27.
  19. ↑ Cordero, Rosy (2026-03-19). "'Baywatch' Adds 5 To Cast, Including Ashley Moore & Luke Eisner". Deadline. Retrieved 2026-08-26.
  20. ↑ Russell, Keali (2026-02-18). "Review: VOILÀ @ The Triffid (Brisbane)". scenestr. Retrieved 2026-08-26.
  21. ↑ Tepper, Ned (2026-01-30). "VOILÀ Return With New Single 'Frozen Lake' Ahead Of Sold Out Debut Australian Tour". Blunt Magazine. Retrieved 2026-08-27.
  22. ↑ Grobar, Matt (2024-07-16). "Siena Agudong, Luke Eisner & Noah Lomax Join Coming-Of-Age Comedy 'The Upside Of Unrequited' From The Shakespeare Sisters". Deadline. Retrieved 2026-08-26.
  23. ↑ Grobar, Matt (2026-03-16). "'Goodbye Girl' Movie Casts Eli Brown, Odeya Rush & Luke Eisner (EXCLUSIVE)". Deadline. Retrieved 2026-08-26.
  24. ↑ Fleming Jr, Mike (2026-02-26). "LA-Shot 'Kill Me Now' Wrapped By Michael Polish". Deadline. Retrieved 2026-08-26.
  25. ↑ "DragonMan: The Adventures of Luke Starr - The Film Co-Op". The Film Co-Operative. Retrieved 2026-08-26.
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