In full: Robert Douglas Thomas Pattinson (Show more) Born: May 13, 1986, London, England (age 38) (Show more) See all related content → Robert Pattinson (born May 13, 1986, London, England) is an English actor who became a celebrity for his role as the dreamy vampire Edward Cullen in the Twilight Saga movie series (2008–12) before later establishing his bona fides as a serious actor in independent films, notably Cosmopolis (2012), Good Time (2017), and The Lighthouse (2019). Pattinson grew up in Barnes, a wealthy district in southwest London. His father was a car dealer and his mother worked for a modeling agency, and they encouraged his early interest in the arts. At a young age he developed a love for music, learning ...(100 of 656 words) Access the full article Help support true facts by becoming a member. Subscribe today!