Yes, Gerard Butler is a real person. He is a Scottish actor and film producer who gained international recognition for his roles in various movies. Butler has appeared in films such as "300," "Law Abiding Citizen," "Olympus Has Fallen," and "The Phantom of the Opera," among many others. He was born on November 13, 1969, in Paisley, Scotland. Gerard Butler has a successful career in the entertainment industry and has established himself as a prominent actor.