Knox Gibson

Knox Gibson is an Australian actor, national para-swimmer, and disability inclusion advocate known for his work in film, television, and sports. Gibson became a below-elbow amputee following a lawn mower accident at age 3. This experience has informed his commitment to breaking barriers for people with disabilities.

Gibson's early career included modeling, television commercials, music videos, and television appearances. He served as a junior reporter for ABC's coverage of the Sydney Invictus Games, hosting segments for the network's "Lap of Honour" series. His breakout acting role came as the lead in the Netflix short film "Forgive Us Our Trespasses," directed by Ashley Eakin and released as part of Netflix's Emerging Filmmaker Initiative. In the film, Gibson portrays a disabled boy in Nazi Germany fleeing persecution under the Aktion T4 program, a role that drew on his lived experience and garnered critical attention.

Gibson gained international recognition when he was cast as Bobbin, the male tribute from District 8, in the Hollywood film "The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes." The character was originally conceived as non-disabled, making Gibson's casting a significant moment for disability representation in mainstream cinema. He has spoken about the importance of positive on-screen representation of people with disabilities to foster community acceptance and challenge stereotypes.

In addition to his acting career, Gibson is a competitive para-swimmer supported by the New South Wales Institute of Sport Para Unit. He has competed at the Australian Swimming Trials, achieving personal bests against Paralympians and world champions. Gibson's dual career in film and elite sport, along with his advocacy for disability inclusion, underscores his influence in both the entertainment and sports industries.