Hunter Schafer has built a distinctive career across fashion, art, television, and film. Born on December 31, 1998, she first gained attention as a model before making her acting debut as Jules Vaughn in HBO’s Euphoria. Her work has since expanded to films including The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes, Cuckoo, and Kinds of Kindness. With her creative background and growing screen career, Schafer has established herself as a notable contemporary actress and fashion figure.
Hunter Schafer Quick Bio
Category
Full Information
Full Name
Hunter Schafer
Height
5 ft 10 in (1.78 m / 178 cm)
Date of Birth
December 31, 1998
Age
27 years old (as of 2026)
Birthplace
Trenton, New Jersey, United States
Hometown
Raleigh, North Carolina, United States
Nationality
American
Profession
Actress, Model, Artist
Years Active
2017–present
Known For
Jules Vaughn in Euphoria
Acting Debut
Euphoria (2019)
Breakthrough Role
Jules Vaughn in Euphoria
Modeling Career
Began professionally in 2017
Major Fashion Associations
Prada, Dior, Miu Miu, Marc Jacobs, Vera Wang, Mugler and others
Education
University of North Carolina School of the Arts; graduated from its High School Program in 2017
Artistic Background
Visual art, watercolor painting and clothing design
Television Breakthrough
Euphoria
Famous Character
Jules Vaughn
Film Debut
The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes (2023)
Major Film Role
Tigris Snow in The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes
Other Notable Film
Cuckoo (2024) — Gretchen
Other Film
Kinds of Kindness (2024) — Anna
Voice Acting
English dub of Belle (2021)
Writing Credit
Co-writer of the Euphoria special episode “F*ck Anyone Who’s Not a Sea Blob” (2021)
Directing Work
Directed music videos and other creative projects
Hair Color
Blonde / dark blonde
Eye Color
Blue
Zodiac Sign
Capricorn
Weight
Approximately 60 kg; reported figures can vary
Net Worth
Estimated around $6 million
Primary Income Sources
Acting, modeling, fashion campaigns, brand partnerships and creative work
Career Highlights
Euphoria, The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes, Cuckoo, Kinds of Kindness
Personal Interests
Art, fashion, clothing design and creative projects
Social Media
Maintains a public social media presence
Marital Status
Not publicly married
Current Career Focus
Acting, film and television, fashion, modeling and creative projects
Hunter Schafer Images
A Timeline Hunter Schafer
Year
Career & Life Milestone
1998
Born December 31, 1998, in Trenton, New Jersey.
Childhood
Grew up in Raleigh, North Carolina, after her family moved between different locations because of her father’s church work.
2016
Became involved in the legal challenge against North Carolina’s HB2 legislation while still in high school.
2017
Graduated from the North Carolina School of the Arts’ High School Visual Arts program and began working professionally as a fashion model.
2017–2018
Built her modeling résumé through fashion campaigns and runway work for major designers and brands.
2019
Made her acting debut as Jules Vaughn in HBO’s Euphoria.
2020
Received major awards-season recognition for her breakthrough performance and became a prominent young fashion figure.
2021
Returned as Jules in Euphoria and received a co-writing credit on the special episode “F*ck Anyone Who’s Not a Sea Blob.”
2022
Received an MTV Movie & TV Awards nomination for Best Kiss alongside Dominic Fike for Euphoria.
2023
Made her feature-film debut as Tigris Snow in The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes.
2024
Appeared in Cuckoo and Kinds of Kindness, while continuing major fashion and red-carpet appearances.
2025
Received further recognition for Cuckoo, including a Film Independent Spirit Award nomination for Best Lead Performance.
2026
With Euphoria reaching its series finale, Schafer moved into a new phase of her career with projects including Blade Runner 2099 and Cry to Heaven, alongside continued fashion work.
Hunter Schafer Family
Family Member
Information
Father
Mac Schafer — Presbyterian minister
Mother
Katy Schafer — works in children’s and family ministry
Siblings
Three younger siblings — two sisters and one brother
Sister
Hannah Schafer
Family Background
Hunter was raised in a supportive family in North Carolina
Family Privacy
Her younger siblings largely stay away from the public spotlight
Hunter Schafer Awards & Nominations
Year
Award Organization
Category
Work
Result
2020
Dorian Awards / GALECA
We’re Wilde About You! Rising Star of the Year
Euphoria
Nominated
2020
Shorty Awards
Best Actor
Euphoria
Nominated
2022
MTV Movie & TV Awards
Best Kiss
Euphoria
Nominated
2024
North Carolina Film Critics Association
Tar Heel Award
The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes
Nominated
2025
Film Independent Spirit Awards
Best Lead Performance
Cuckoo
Nominated
2025
Fangoria Chainsaw Awards
Best Lead Performance
Cuckoo
Nominated
2025
Queerties
Film Performance
Cuckoo
Nominated
2026
Gold Derby TV Awards
Drama Supporting Actress
Euphoria
Nominated
Hunter Schafer Dress Collection
Event / Year
Designer / Look
Style
2019 — Euphoria Premiere
Rodarte
Floral, romantic red-carpet dress
2019 — Gotham Awards
Givenchy
Structured black evening look
2023 — Hunger Games Premiere
Alexander McQueen
Silver embellished gown with cut-outs and fringe
2024 — Cannes
Armani Privé
Pale lavender sculptural strapless gown
2024 — Cannes
Various designer looks
Sculptural, fashion-forward red-carpet styling
2024 — Red Carpet Appearances
Multiple designers
Experimental silhouettes and statement styling
Hunter Schafer Handbag Collection
Appearance
Handbag / Style
Status
2021 — Variety Power of Women
Small yellow handbag
Publicly photographed
Fashion Events
Designer clutches and small statement bags
Seen in public appearances
Red Carpet Events
Minimalist evening bags
Styling/accessory appearances
Fashion Campaigns
Designer bags
Professional/editorial work
Hunter Schafer Car Collection
Vehicle / Appearance
Details
Black SUV — 2021 event
Schafer was photographed arriving at Variety’s Power of Women event in a black luxury SUV
BMW — 2024 Cannes
Photographed beside a BMW during her Cannes appearance
Personal Collection
No reliably documented multi-car collection publicly established
Hunter Schafer Social Media
Platform
Account / Presence
Instagram
@hunterschafer
Social Media Focus
Fashion, career projects, artistic work and selected personal moments
Public Presence
Large international following
Other Platforms
Social-media references have appeared across entertainment and fashion coverage, but Instagram remains her most recognizable public platform
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