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Sam Elliott Biography (Actor)

Birthday: August 9, 1944 (Leo)

Born In: Sacramento, California, United States

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Sam Elliott is an American actor, famous for playing characters like ‘General Ross’ in ‘Hulk’ (2003) and ‘Carter Slade’ in ‘Ghost Rider’ (2007). Well-built, tall, and blessed with rugged good-looks, he was often cast as a cowboy and rancher. His deep, resonant voice and Western drawl added to his charm as the quintessential on-screen American cowboy. Well-known for his passion for acting and dedication towards his profession, Elliot knew from the time he was a child that he was meant to be an actor. He was an obstinate youngster who often got into arguments with his father who disapproved of his choice of profession. As a college student, he played one of the leads in a stage production and received rave reviews for his performance. Soon, he decided to make it big in Hollywood. He began his acting career on stage and made his film debut in ‘Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid’ in 1969. Subsequently, he became a good candidate for Western movies, and was frequently cast as a cowboy and rancher. When the popularity of Western films began to decline, he ventured into television and established himself as a successful television actor. Well past his prime, the gutsy actor shows no signs of slowing down as he is as active as ever in films and television.

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Birthday: August 9, 1944 (Leo)

Born In: Sacramento, California, United States

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Also Known As: Samuel Pack Elliott

Age: 81 Years, 81 Year Old Males

Family:

Spouse/Ex-: Katharine Ross (m. 1984)

father: Henry Nelson Elliott

mother: Glynn Mamie (née Sparks)

children: Cleo Rose Elliott

Born Country: United States

Actors American Men

Height: 6'2" (188 cm), 6'2" Males

U.S. State: California

City: Sacramento

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education: David Douglas High School, Clark College, University of Oregon

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  What movies has Sam Elliott starred in?

  Sam Elliott has starred in movies such as "The Big Lebowski," "Tombstone," "A Star is Born," "Road House," and "The Hero."

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  Is Sam Elliott's mustache real?

  Yes, Sam Elliott's iconic mustache is real and has become a trademark of his appearance.

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  Has Sam Elliott ever won an Oscar?

  Sam Elliott has not won an Oscar, but he was nominated for Best Supporting Actor for his role in the movie "A Star is Born."

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  What is Sam Elliott's distinctive voice known for?

  Sam Elliott's deep and gravelly voice is known for its unique and Western quality, often landing him roles in cowboy or authoritative characters.

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American PeopleCalifornia ActorsUniversity Of OregonTall CelebritiesTall Male Celebrities Childhood & Early LifeHe was born Samuel Pack ‘Sam’ Elliott on August 9, 1944, in Sacramento, California. His mother worked as a physical training instructor, while his father worked for the ‘Department of the Interior.’He went to ‘David Douglas High School’ in Portland. After graduation, he enrolled at ‘Clark College’ in Vancouver, Washington, where he completed a two-year program.He loved watching movies from a young age and was just nine when he realized that he wanted to be an actor. While in college, he appeared in a stage production of ‘Guys and Dolls’ as one of the leads. His performance was appreciated in a local newspaper which motivated him further to follow his passion.He studied acting in Los Angeles and worked part-time in construction in order to pay his bills. He also served in the ‘California Army National Guard’ for a short period.Continue Reading Below