Austrian actor Austin Butler's ordeal with unexpected vision failure
In the September/October issue of Men's Health, actor Austin Butler opens up about a harrowing experience he faced during the production of his upcoming film, The Bikeriders.
During a flight en route to the set, Butler experienced a severe migraine that led to temporary blindness. He awoke with an intense headache and found his vision darkening and disappearing for several minutes. Butler recalls feeling as if life was being sucked from him, and he genuinely believed he was dying at the moment. This episode was attributed to sleep deprivation and severe migraine with neurological symptoms.
Thankfully, Butler's eyesight returned slowly after the incident. He went to the set the next day, thinking it was due to sleep deprivation. However, the experience left a lasting impact on him.
Butler, who is 31 years old, is no stranger to challenging roles. In preparation for darker characters, he sought help from renowned actress Laura Dern. Dern, who is also a part of The Bikeriders, helped Butler navigate through the complexities of such roles. Butler believes that working on darker roles can be therapeutic and helps him grow as an actor.
Dern's guidance proved invaluable, as she helped Butler see that he can come out of difficult roles with healing and growth. Butler is grateful for her support and the connection they formed on a soul level during their first meeting.
In addition to The Bikeriders, Butler is also known for his roles in movies such as Dune: Part Two, Once Upon A Time in Hollywood, and Jurassic Park. He is also an actor in the series Masters of Air and the movie Eddington.
Recently, Butler also faced another health challenge while on the press tour for Dune: Part Two. He developed sudden and terrible foot pain. However, the details surrounding this issue are not clear, and further investigation is needed for confirmation.
Despite these challenges, Butler continues to push through, demonstrating resilience and determination in his career. His journey in Hollywood is a testament to his strength and dedication as an actor.
