Patrick Raymond Fugit (born October 27, 1982) is an American actor perhaps most famous for his performance as lead role in the Cameron Crowe film Almost Famous.
Fugit was born in Salt Lake City, Utah, to Jan, a dance teacher, and Bruce Fugit, an electrician. He began acting in a summer theater program at the University of Utah when he was 11. He continued performing while in high school and also participated in regional productions. He landed supporting roles in the TV movie Legion of Fire: Killer Ants! and the TV series Touched by an Angel. Patrick received his first movie role in Cameron Crowe's Almost Famous after two auditions. He went on to star in the satirical comedy Saved! (2004). Patrick lives in Salt Lake City with his parents and two siblings.