Fact Check: Jacob Elordi Deportation Rumor to Australia Proven False

In a wave of social media misinformation, false claims circulated this week alleging that “Euphoria” star Jacob Elordi had been deported to Australia due to visa issues. These rumors have been confirmed to be entirely unfounded.

The fabricated story began spreading after an Instagram account called “outtapocketnews” posted that Elordi had been “flagged by US immigration officials” over his visa status, claiming he was briefly detained before being placed on a flight back to Australia. No credible news sources have corroborated these claims.

In fact, the 28-year-old Australian actor was recently seen attending the 98th Academy Awards ceremony at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, where he was nominated for Best Supporting Actor for his performance in “Frankenstein.” Though he didn’t take home the Oscar, Elordi attended the prestigious event with his mother, Melissa Elordi—fulfilling a promise he had made as a teenager.

While Elordi has been open about previous visa challenges when he first moved to the United States, there is no evidence of any current immigration issues. The actor, who has risen to global fame through his role as Nate in HBO’s hit series “Euphoria,” has established himself as one of Hollywood’s fastest-rising stars.

Elordi’s journey to Hollywood success wasn’t always smooth. After his debut in Netflix’s “The Kissing Booth,” he relocated from Australia to Los Angeles in 2017 to pursue acting opportunities. During this early period, he experienced significant hardship.

“I’d been in LA for about a year, I didn’t have any work and I had no money,” he revealed in a 2019 interview with GQ Australia. “I didn’t really have anywhere to live and I was in my car and on mates’ couches. My visa had like two weeks before it expired, so I was going to dip out and go back to Australia.”

The actor has spoken candidly about how landing his breakthrough role in “Euphoria” came at a critical juncture. With his visa nearly expired and facing financial difficulties, the HBO series represented what might have been his final audition before returning to Australia. The role not only launched his career into the stratosphere but also resolved his immigration situation, allowing him to remain in the United States.

Since then, Elordi’s career has flourished. Following his success in “Euphoria,” he has taken on increasingly prominent roles, culminating in his recent Oscar nomination. His performance in “Frankenstein” garnered critical acclaim, further cementing his status as a serious dramatic actor beyond his early teen heartthrob image.

Currently, Elordi divides his time between multiple high-profile projects. He’s involved in the production of “The Dog Stars,” a post-apocalyptic thriller directed by Ridley Scott, where he plays Hig, a pilot navigating a pandemic-devastated world. Additionally, fans can look forward to seeing him reprise his role as Nate Jacobs when “Euphoria” returns for its highly anticipated third season later this year.

The circulation of false deportation rumors highlights the growing challenge of misinformation on social media platforms, where unverified claims can rapidly gain traction. Despite the viral nature of these allegations, Elordi continues to live and work in Los Angeles, with his career trajectory pointing firmly upward in the American entertainment industry.

Representatives for Elordi have not officially commented on the false deportation claims, likely preferring to let the actor’s continued presence in Hollywood speak for itself.