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<p>Oakes Fegley is an American <a href="/biography/oakes-fegley">actor</a> best known for his roles in film and television, including Paul Swann in the film <i>Fort Bliss</i> and Gabriel, the human avatar of the Samaritan AI, in the television series <i>Person of Interest</i>.</p>

<h2>Background and Early Life</h2>

<p>Oakes Fegley was born on November 11, 2004, in Pennsylvania, USA. He is the <a href="/biography/oakes-fegley">son</a> of Michael and Merce Fegley and grew up in a family interested in the performing arts. His older sister, August Fegley, and younger <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Winslow_Fegley">brother</a>, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Winslow_Fegley">Winslow Fegley</a>, have also pursued acting careers. Recognizing his natural talent at an early age, his parents enrolled him in acting classes when he was just two years old.</p>

<h2>Acting Career</h2>

<p>Oakes Fegley began his professional acting career in 2011 with a minor role in the film <i>Glass</i>, where he played a character simply credited as "<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Child">Kid</a>." He made his television debut in 2014 in the HBO series <i>Boardwalk Empire</i>, portraying a young version of the <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eli_Thompson_(Boardwalk_Empire)">character</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eli_Thompson_(Boardwalk_Empire)">Elias Thompson</a>. His breakthrough came in the same year with supporting roles in <i>This Is Where I Leave You</i> and <i>Fort Bliss</i>, the latter earning him attention for his performance as Paul Swann.</p>

<p>In 2016, Fegley gained further acclaim for starring in Disney's live-action film <i>Pete’s Dragon</i>, where he played the role of Pete. His ability to carry a leading role at a young age further solidified his credibility in the film industry. Among other credits, Fegley appeared in <i>Children of the Moon</i> (2013), showcasing his range as a child actor.</p>

<h2>TV Appearance and Recognition from <i>Person of Interest</i></h2>

<p>Fegley's performance in the television series <i>Person of Interest</i> also contributed to his growing popularity. Portraying Gabriel, the human interface for the artificial intelligence known as "Samaritan," he delivered a compelling performance that received a positive response from critics and fans of the series alike.</p>

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<h2>Leading Role in <i>The Goldfinch</i> and Its Reception</h2>

<p>In 2019, Oakes Fegley played the younger version of Theo Decker in the film adaptation of <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Donna_Tartt">Donna Tartt</a>’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel <i>The Goldfinch</i>. Despite the film’s ambitious scope and ensemble cast, including <a href="/biography/ansel-elgort">Ansel Elgort</a> and <a href="/biography/sarah-paulson">Sarah Paulson</a>, the adaptation directed by <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Crowley_(director)">John Crowley</a> received largely negative reviews. The movie underperformed significantly at the box office, grossing just $870,000 during its opening weekend across 2,542 screens, making it one of the weakest debuts for Warner Bros. Pictures at the time.</p>

<p>Critics cited narrative pacing and adaptation struggles as key issues. Cast members, including Paulson, later reflected that the material might have been better suited for a longer-form adaptation, such as a limited television series.</p>

<h2>Personal Life</h2>

<p>As of now, Oakes Fegley is focused on his education and acting career. Given his young age, he is not publicly known to be involved in any romantic relationships. He continues to reside in the United States, where he balances his professional projects with family life and academic commitments.</p>

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