Ben Ahlers

Ben Ahlers (born August 17, 1996, in Fort Dodge, Iowa) is an American screen actor recognized for bringing grounded emotion and sharp detail to both contemporary dramas and period storytelling. Building his career across film, television, and stage-influenced projects, Ahlers has steadily expanded his range with character-driven performances.

He is widely known for his work on HBO’s The Gilded Age, where he plays Jack Treacher, a role that helped introduce him to a broader international audience. He also appears in the acclaimed series The Last of Us as Burton, adding another high-profile credit to his growing résumé.

Beyond prestige TV, Ahlers has taken on varied parts in titles such as When the Streetlights Go On (Brad Kirchoff) and Little Brother. His credits also include A Wonderful Way with Dragons (Gray) and Anna Garcia Does a One Woman Play (Ben), reflecting an interest in distinctive, performance-forward material.

With a mix of mainstream hits and smaller, character-focused projects, Ben Ahlers continues to emerge as a versatile actor to watch—equally comfortable in intimate stories and large-scale series.