Tyler Hilton

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Tyler Hilton
Hilton at an Academy Awards afterparty, February 25, 2007
Background information
Birth name	Tyler James Hilton
Born	(1983-11-22) November 22, 1983 (age 40) Palm Springs, California, U.S.
Origin	Bermuda Dunes, California, U.S.
Genres	Indie rock folk
Occupation(s)	Singer-songwriter actor
Instruments	Vocals guitar piano
Years active	2000–present
Website	Official website

Tyler James Hilton (born November 22, 1983) is an American singer-songwriter and actor. Hilton began his professional career in music in 2000. Rolling Stone magazine compared him to his contemporary, Howie Day, while others have compared Hilton to Elton John, both vocally and instrumentally.

Since the release of his debut album, Hilton has ventured into acting, guest starring on The CW's One Tree Hill as the talented but arrogant Chris Keller, and playing the role of Elvis Presley in the Johnny Cash biopic Walk the Line. He also appeared in Taylor Swift's music video "Teardrops on My Guitar" and Gloriana's music video "(Kissed You) Good Night".