Netflix recently released the live action of the famous animated fantasy series Avatar: The Last Airbender last February 22, 2024. The lead actor that was tapped for the role of ‘Aang’ is Gordon Cormier, a 14-year-old Filipino Canadian young actor.
Gordon, in an interview with a local media outlet, was told “The Philippines is so proud, you’re gonna to be representing us. Any reaction to that?” To which he answered, “It’s amazing, I have such a supportive country on my back.”
“I thought that was so amazing. I just love the Philippines, too. It’s my home,” he added.
Last February 21, Gordon also attended a media conference for Avatar: The Last Airbender in the Philippines.
Upon the announcement of the cast last 2021, Cormier shared his enthusiasm upon taking the role. He stated in the caption, “Wow! I’m so honored to be casted as the legendary Aang in Netflix’s live action adaptation of Avatar: The Last Airbender! Yip yip!”
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On February 28, 2024, he shared a poster from Netflix proclaiming the live-action film as the “Number One Show in the World.”
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To which a fan replied, “Yah!! Now do season two before you grow up too fast. 😭🤍”
The live action series is now available to stream and can only be watched through Netflix.
