by FilmInk Staff

SEBASTIAN SERO ANNOUNCED AS THE RECIPIENT OF 2026 AACTA YOUNG STARS: NATIONAL YOUTH CASTING CALL

Sebastian Sero is quickly establishing himself as a rising talent to watch, having already shared the screen with Jack Black and Paul Rudd in Anaconda.

His selection recognises him as one of Australia’s most promising emerging actors building exciting momentum in his early career.

Presented in collaboration with Casting Networks®, Casting Guild of Australia (CGA) and supported by Screenwise and AAFTA, AACTA Young Stars continues to uncover emerging performers from across the country, offering unparalleled access to industry decision-makers and career-defining opportunities. Sebastian Sero was selected from an outstanding group of finalists following a highly competitive process that attracted submissions from across the country.

This year’s top ten finalists are:
  • Asha O’Connell
  • Chaydon Jay
  • Dashiell Candido
  • Eloise Rothfield
  • Evelyn Grace
  • Naima Gerald
  • Nina Gallas
  • Sean Goh
  • Sebastian Sero
  • Taylor Oliver
The finalists were selected by an esteemed judging panel led by internationally renowned casting director Sarah Finn (Black Panther), Thea McLeod (Neighbours), Anousha Zarkesh (Kangaroo) and Nikki Barrett (Elvis), with guest judges Dacre Montgomery (Stranger Things) and Kartanya Maynard (Heartbreak High) offering additional insight drawn from their own breakout careers.
SEBASTIAN SERO WILL RECEIVE  

  • A $10,000 Flight Centre voucher
  • $2,500 in travel support to fly to the United States
  • The chance to meet with a renowned International Casting Director
  • One year access to The Studio by Casting Networks in Sydney
  • Networking opportunities with key industry leaders
  • Entry to an acting course at American Arts Film & Television Academy (AAFTA) in Los Angeles, worth $4,000.
  • The chance to meet with Australian-based Casting Directors
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