Taylor Daniel Lautner was born February 11 1992 in Grand Rapids Michigan to parents Deborah and Daniel Lautner.

Taylor has a younger sister Makena.

At the age of six, Taylor began studying martial arts at Fabiano’s Karate School and he, along with his family, quickly noticed his unique and natural talent for the sport. He was soon invited to train with seven-time world karate champion Michael Chaturantabut (aka Mike Chat) and, at the age of eight, he was asked to represent his country in the twelve years and under division in the World Karate Association where he became the Junior World Forms and Weapons champion, winning three gold medals. In 2003, Taylor continued to flourish in the martial arts circuit where he ranked number one in the world for NASKA’s Black Belt Open Forms, Musical Weapons, Traditional Weapons and Traditional Forms and, at the age of twelve, he became the three time Junior World Champion.

Taylor became involved in the entertainment business at age 7 at the encouragement of his martial arts instructor.

Chapter 12: Starry night sky.
“Come on Ness, we’ll go for a swim." Jacob took her hand in his.
"That sounds great!" Renesmee smiled.
"It’s quite a walk, is that okay" Jacob teased.
"It sounds like an adventure to me! Let's go!"
Renesmee tied the hem of her baggy T-shirt in a knot just below her hips. Jacob yanked his shirt off over his head and tossed it onto a low branch.
It had taken them an hour and forty-five minutes of hard running to get to the river, but it was worth it. The surface of the water was smooth and dark, reflecting a sky full of stars. Renesmee took a step towards the riverbank, anxious to cool off.
Jacob’s hand on her shoulder made her stop.
“Even though the river looks calm, there is a pretty strong current so I want you to hang on to me at all times, okay?” Jacob looked like he might be changing his mind about swimming so Renesmee quickly agreed.
She climbed onto Jacob’s back, her legs finally long enough to wrap all the way around his waist and lock into place at the ankles. Jacob waded into the water and compensated for the current with seemingly effortless strength and grace.

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Chapter 11: Choosing the right path.
Renesmee shifted away from him, pressing her back as far against the car door as it would go. The small space was too close and his scent was overwhelming.
"Why?" she whispered. His eyes crinkled for a moment and he looked at her, his silver eyes stirring with hidden emotion.
"I'm not sure. The same reason your Jacob has one with you. It's not something we can control,"
"You can't have one with me. I love Jake," He didn't flinch but she saw the deep hurt in his eyes. Her heart stuttered. She didn't want to cause him any pain. His hand slowly moved up into the air and she didn't stop it.
"I'm sorry Renesmee. You’re just... so beautiful," he murmured. His hot breath fanned across her face and she blinked, her mind going blank.
"You don't even know me," his hand had made its way up to her face. Renesmee flinched just slightly but didn't pull away. An alarm was sounding in her head. But at the same time there was something pulling her closer.