'Extra' Gets the Facts on Butler

Lawyer Butler

He was a lawyer before he became an actor! Although he was employed by a prominent Edinburgh law firm, he was miserable and drank too much — and was fired.

Rock Star

He was a singer in a rock band called Speed with fellow attorneys from his law firm.

Carnival Career

After he was fired from his law firm, he worked in a carnival for a month, and claims he spent the whole month drunk.

Ice Cold Role

He once caught hypothermia from a naked swim in freezing water for a role.

Butler's Goofy Side

When he was first starting out, casting directors were skeptical that he could play intense and dark roles because of his goofy, easy-going manner.

Life Saver

Gerard saved a young boy from drowning in the River Tay when he was on a picnic with his mother, and was awarded a Certificate of Bravery from the Humane Society. He’s humble about the experience.

Buff Butler

For four months straight, he trained six hours a day to get in unbelievable shape for “300”.

Healthy Choice

He used to be a heavy smoker, but gave up the habit when he played a character in “P.S. I Love You” who died of lung cancer.

Butler's Type

When it comes to relationships, he prefers women who are aggressive.

Sporty Guy

He enjoys singing, soccer, horseback riding, skiing and water skiing.

Keeping it Real

Butler thinks his portrayal of the Phantom in 2005’s “The Phantom of the Opera” and his character in “RocknRolla” are the truest to his personality.

Simple Man

He believes the simpler the date, the more romantic the relationship.

Love Rumor #1

It was rumored that Cameron Diaz dated Butler.

Love Rumor #2

He was also rumored to have dated Naomi Campbell.

Love Rumor #3

Gerry was also rumored to have dated Jennifer Aniston.

Paparazzi Beat Down?

Butler was charged with battery for allegedly assaulting a paparazzo at the Crown Bar in L.A. after the “RocknRolla” premiere.