Gilbertson was born in Adelaide, the son of Julie Sloan and Brian Gilbertson.
Career
Gilbertson began acting at the age of six when he played the character of Sorrow in a local production of Madama Butterfly. He made his screen debut in 2002, playing the role of Greggy in Australian Rules. His big break came in 2009 when he landed the lead role of Billy Conway in Accidents Happen. Reviewers commended his performance and acting abilities.
His US debut was in the indie Virginia, directed by screenwri