4 Hollywood Actors That Are Great Musicians Too

We know them for their blockbuster hits and unforgettable roles—but some famous actors also have serious musical chops. Whether they started as musicians or picked up instruments later in life, these stars have stepped off the set and onto the stage. Let’s check out a few actors who double as talented musicians.

Russell Crowe
Before Russell Crowe became a Hollywood heavyweight, he was rocking out in Australia. In the ’90s, he fronted a band called 30 Odd Foot of Grunts, which eventually morphed into Russell Crowe & The Ordinary Fear of God. They even made waves in the U.S.! More recently, he formed another group called Indoor Garden Party and released a track with Italian artist Zucchero. Clearly, music is just as much a part of his life as movies.

Kevin Bacon
Most people think “Footloose” when they hear Kevin Bacon’s name, but he’s also one half of the folk-rock duo The Bacon Brothers, along with his sibling Michael Bacon. They’ve been playing together since the mid-’90s and are still going strong, releasing albums and touring. It’s always fun seeing siblings turn their bond into music!

Keanu Reeves
Yes, that Keanu Reeves. The action star behind The Matrix and John Wick is also a bassist in the alt-rock band Dogstar. The group first came together in the early ’90s, and after a long break, they made a comeback in the 2020s. Keanu proves he’s just as cool on stage as he is in a slow-motion fight scene.

Jenny Lewis
Jenny Lewis started as a child actress in fan-favorite films like The Wizard, Troop Beverly Hills, and Pleasantville. But after her acting days, she shifted gears into indie music stardom. She co-founded the beloved band Rilo Kiley with fellow actor Blake Sennett from Boy Meets World. The band broke up in 2013, but they’ve since reunited, and Jenny has also toured with The Postal Service.

From movie sets to music stages, these stars prove talent knows no bounds!