Australian actor Jacob Elordi is currently under police investigation for an alleged assault on Joshua Fox, an employee at KISS FM. The incident took place outside the Clovelly Hotel in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs, where Elordi is staying ahead of the AACTA Awards scheduled for February 10.

Elordi, best known for his roles in “The Kissing Booth” trilogy on Netflix and as Nate Jacobs in HBO’s “Euphoria,” recently returned to his home country for the awards ceremony. The altercation with Fox occurred when the actor, visibly frustrated with Fox’s line of questioning, became involved in a confrontation.

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A spokesperson for the New South Wales Police confirmed the ongoing investigation, stating, “Officers attached to Eastern Beaches Police Area Command are investigating after a man was allegedly assaulted outside a hotel in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs. Police were told about 3.30pm on Saturday 3 February 2024, a 32-year-old man was allegedly assaulted by a 26-year-old man. The man did not sustain any injuries.”

Despite the legal turmoil, Elordi is nominated for the Best Supporting Actor award at the AACTAs for his outstanding performance in the Amazon hit, “Saltburn.” The Brisbane native, who moved to Los Angeles in 2017 to pursue his acting career, has gained recognition for his roles in various successful projects.

Recently, Elordi showcased his versatility as he hosted an episode of “Saturday Night Live” alongside musical guest Renée Rapp. However, with the ongoing police investigation, it remains uncertain whether the actor will be present at the upcoming AACTA Awards.

Elordi’s career has seen significant growth, with his portrayal of Noah Flynn in “The Kissing Booth” trilogy and his compelling performance as Nate Jacobs in “Euphoria.” In 2023, his supporting roles in the biopic “Priscilla” as Elvis Presley and as a wealthy university student in “Saltburn” earned him critical acclaim, culminating in a nomination for the BAFTA Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role for the latter.

As the investigation unfolds, the actor’s future participation in the AACTA Awards and his career trajectory remain uncertain. Fans and industry observers eagerly await further developments in this unexpected turn of events involving Jacob Elordi.