“Elvis” star Austin Butler spoke to “Extra’s” Melvin Robert as he was honored with the Breakthrough Performance Award at the 34th Annual Palm Springs Film Festival. He opened up about becoming Elvis, a transformation he was so dedicated to that he didn’t see his family for three years! Austin also reflected on experiencing “sort of an existential crisis” after filming ended. Plus, he reacted to Oscar buzz for his performance and shared what a nomination would mean.
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