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Sam Elliott: American actor.
Born (age 81).
Sam Elliott has 37 credits in our database.
The name Samuel means 'God has set' or 'God has placed'.
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Filmography (37)
Biography
Samuel Pack Elliott (born August 9, 1944) is an American actor. With a career spanning over five decades of film and television, he is recognized for his deep sonorous voice. Elliott has received various accolades, including a Screen Actors Guild Award and a National Board of Review Award, in addition to nominations for an Academy Award, two Primetime Emmy Awards and two Golden Globe Awards. Elliott began his career with minor roles on screen, making his film debut in the western The Way West (1967). After his first leading film role in the horror Frogs (1972), Elliott gained wider attention with his breakthrough role in the drama Lifeguard (1976).
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How old is Sam Elliott?
Sam Elliott is 81 years old, born on .
What movies or shows has Sam Elliott been in?
Sam Elliott has 37 credits in our database. Notable titles include 1883 (2021), A Star Is Born (2018), The Ranch (2016), Milius (2013), November Christmas (2011).
Where can I find more information about Sam Elliott?
You can find more about Sam Elliott on TMDB, Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.