Eric Bana's Silver Fox Debut: Hollywood Legend Returns in Netflix Thriller 'Untamed'
Hollywood Legend Eric Bana Makes Epic Comeback with Striking New Look
The streets of Tinseltown are buzzing once again, as a Hollywood icon returns to our screens after six long years! Yes, you guessed it - we're talking about none other than the dashing Eric Bana, who's been busy making waves in the film industry while keeping a low profile on TV.
The 56-year-old Aussie heartthrob, known for his roles in blockbuster hits like "Troy" and "Hulk," has been away from our screens since the critically acclaimed true-crime anthology series "Dirty John" concluded its run in 2019. And let's just say, he's back with a vengeance - and a striking new look that's got everyone talking!
In his latest Netflix thriller, "Untamed," Bana stars as a National Park Service agent investigating a gruesome murder in Yosemite National Park. Joining him on this gripping adventure are fellow A-listers Sam Neill (Jurassic Park) and Rosemarie DeWitt (La La Land). And if the premise isn't enough to get you hooked, just wait until you see Eric's new look!
Pictures from the set show Bana sporting a sleek, silver fox hairstyle, complete with scruff that would make even the most seasoned hipster jealous. Talk about a dramatic departure from his dark-haired, dashing days! The actor still looks fabulous, and we can't help but wonder what secrets he's hiding beneath those salt-and-pepper locks.
But Eric Bana's been keeping busy, you see. In recent years, he's lent his voice to animated kids' films like "Back To The Outback" (2021) and "Chip 'n Dale: Rescue Rangers" (2022). He's also appeared in live-action thrillers like "The Dry" (2021) and its sequel, "Force Of Nature" (2024), both directed by fellow Aussie Robert Connolly.
Before he became a Hollywood heavyweight, Eric Bana started his career as a stand-up comedian and sketch artist. Who knew that his breakout performance in 2000's crime drama "Chopper" would be the start of an illustrious career? He went on to star in Ridley Scott's high-octane war film "Black Hawk Down" (2001) and even landed a role alongside Daniel Craig in Steven Spielberg's epic historical drama "Munich" (2005).
And, fun fact: Eric was once approached to play James Bond! Can you imagine? Of course, the role eventually went to Daniel Craig, but we're glad Eric dodged that bullet. As he told The Independent in 2022, "I wouldn't have wanted to be James Bond. It would have been too much fame for my head."
In a rare interview with TNT Magazine in 2014, Eric revealed why he chooses to base himself in Melbourne instead of Los Angeles: "I love my life with my wife and kids here... I don't mind flying to Los Angeles for a few days or weeks at a time to talk to people in Hollywood when I need to." Ah, the simple joys of family life!
And speaking of family, Eric's latest look has been making waves on social media. It seems he's not the only A-lister embracing their natural color - George Clooney, 64, recently returned to his signature salt-and-pepper locks after a dodgy dye job. Who knew that two Hollywood legends would be rocking grey hair at the same time?
Stay tuned for more updates from Eric Bana's latest venture, "Untamed," which drops on Netflix on July 17!
