Reasons I Love Twilight - #27...

Reason #27 -- Emmett!!!

Emmett is a vampire. He is, basically, Edward's older brother and the protector of the family. He is a fun loving, joking guy who loves a good fight and isn't afraid of any one or anything. Even though he is physically huge, he is pretty much a big teddy bear. Which may hint at his favorite food source -- Grizzly Bears. And to be more specific, Grizzly Bears in the early spring just as they are coming out of hibernation because then they are more irritable. Like I said, he enjoys a good fight! Emmett was nearly killed by a grizzly bear as a human, which is when Rosalie found him. Edward says he never got over almost losing that fight, so now he enjoys feeding on Irritable Grizzlies. :D His mate is Rosalie and he is really the only one of the family who can calm her down or talk her into things that she doesn't want to do.

Emmett and Rosalie

As the story progresses through the books, Bella develops a fun relationship with Emmett, he being the big brother that she never had, and not only a protector but also an antagonizer. He is forever teasing Bella because she is a total clutz, and he loves it! As he tells her in Eclipse, " I’m really glad Edward didn’t kill you. Everything’s so much more fun with you around."

Emmett is played by Kellan Lutz, who from interviews and statements made by fellow actors, seems to be a lot like Emmett. I love seeing his approach to life and the depth of love he has for his family. He is the strongest of them and he takes that job very seriously. I love the character of Emmett and think that he provides a lot of great comic relief to the story. He is such a great part of the story and of the Cullen family and I'm excited to see him in the movie!!

The Cullen's - Emmett, Rosalie, Alice, and Jasper

Here's an action shot of Emmett from the car chases scene towards the end of the movie. He is riding in the back of the truck keeping watch for the bad vampire that is chasing Edward and Bella.

And here are some fun pictures of Kellan, Robert (Edward), and Taylor (Jacob) at a photo shoot. What a fun bunch of boys!!

Emmett is a great part of the Twilight story!! He's lovable and fun and fierce and loyal. What an awesome guy!!!