The rising British star turns heads at the Warfare premiere in quintessential Italian tailoring by Prada, reflecting on his most challenging role to date.
At the Los Angeles premiere of Warfare on March 27th, Kit Connor turned heads in a meticulously crafted Prada ensemble, embodying both the disciplined nature of his character and the elegance of the red carpet. The 21-year-old actor, whose portrayal of a Navy SEAL in the upcoming war drama has been hailed as his most demanding role yet, exuded a quiet power in his sartorial choices, perfectly aligning with the intensity of the film.
Connor’s look was defined by a tailored Prada double-breasted wool suit, its sharp structure and clean lines creating a commanding silhouette. Beneath the suit, a cotton stretch shirt provided a seamless foundation, while a silk tie caught the light with a subtle sheen, grounding the look in classic refinement. The ensemble was completed with brushed leather lace-up shoes, combining formality with an air of modern edge.
The choice of Prada was a fitting one for Connor at this pivotal moment in his career. Much like the Italian fashion house’s approach to design—intellectual, precise, and disciplined—Connor’s performance in Warfare reflects a dedication to pushing artistic boundaries. In the film, which follows a platoon of Navy SEALs navigating insurgent territory during the Iraq War, Connor’s portrayal demanded more than just physical preparation.
“I found that Warfare was one of the projects that has stretched me the most as an actor,” Connor shared during a recent Q&A, according to Yahoo!. “So much was expected of us, and we expected so much of ourselves.” The film’s rigorous shooting style, involving long unbroken takes and intense rehearsals, honed his abilities in ways no previous project had.
Connor detailed the process: “We’d almost treat them, as Ray Mendoza [co-writer and co-director] would say, like mini plays. We’d rehearse them out. We’d drill them. We’d get it down to the second, to a point where we could do it over and over again in front of the camera.” He also emphasized the physicality of the role, noting that the actors had to bulk up to carry the military equipment and weapons required for authenticity. "We were training to be able to do the job which was really refreshing. Often when you train for a film, it's to have a six-pack or to look a certain type of way, where there was no aspect in this film that we do that," he explained.
For Connor, whose career skyrocketed after his breakout role in Heartstopper, this moment at the Warfare premiere marks more than just a sartorial triumph—it signals his transition from teen heartthrob to a serious dramatic actor. As his star continues to rise, his evolving personal style, as exemplified by his refined Prada look, aligns with his growing stature in Hollywood.
As Warfare gears up for its April 11th theatrical release, Kit Connor is proving that, much like his Prada ensemble, he is a rising star with precision, maturity, and an undeniable presence—both on-screen and on the red carpet.