Sam Rockwell Biography: Wife, Age, Net Worth, Height, Movies & TV Shows, Partner, Awards

Sam Rockwell is an American actor celebrated for his versatile performances across film, television, and theater, earning an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role as Officer Jason Dixon in Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri (2017).

Known for his ability to portray complex, quirky characters, he has starred in films like Moon (2009), The Green Mile (1999), and Jojo Rabbit (2019).

With a career spanning over three decades, Rockwell’s charisma and dedication have made him a respected figure in Hollywood.

Profile

• Full Name: Sam Rockwell
• Stage Name: Sam Rockwell
• Born: 5 November, 1968
• Age: 56 years old
• Birthplace: Daly City, California, USA
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: Actor
• Height: 1.73 m
• Parents: Pete Rockwell, Penny Hess
• Siblings: None
• Partner: Leslie Bibb (2007–)
• Children: None
• Relationship: Not Married
• Net Worth: $30 million

Early Life and Education

Sam Rockwell was born on November 5, 1968, in Daly City, California, to Pete Rockwell, an actor and graphic designer, and Penny Hess, an actress.

An only child, he grew up in a creative household, moving frequently between San Francisco, New York, and Provincetown, Massachusetts, due to his parents’ acting careers.

He attended J.E. McAteer High School in San Francisco, where he was expelled, later earning his diploma through the Urban Pioneers program. Rockwell trained at the William Esper Studio in New York, honing his craft in theater.

His ethnicity is Caucasian, with Irish and Italian ancestry, and his religious beliefs are not publicly known.

Career

Sam Rockwell began his career at age 10, debuting in the short film Clown House (1989) after performing in theater with his mother.

He gained early recognition with roles in Last Exit to Brooklyn (1989) and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1990). His breakout came with Box of Moonlight (1996) as the eccentric “Kid,” followed by a starring role in Lawn Dogs (1997), which showcased his ability to portray offbeat characters.

By the late 1990s, he appeared in The Green Mile (1999) as “Wild Bill Wharton,” earning praise for his intensity.

Rockwell’s career soared with leading roles in Confessions of a Dangerous Mind (2002), directed by George Clooney, and Matchstick Men (2003) alongside Nicolas Cage.

His performance in Moon (2009) as a solitary astronaut earned critical acclaim, cementing his status as a leading man. He won an Oscar for Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri (2017) and was nominated again for Vice (2018) as George W. Bush.

His stage work includes a 2010 Broadway revival of A Behanding in Spokane, and he starred in films like Iron Man 2 (2010) and Jojo Rabbit (2019), showcasing his range.

Currently, Rockwell continues to take on diverse roles, starring in See How They Run (2022) and Argylle (2024), and earning a 2024 Emmy nomination for his role in Fosse/Verdon as Bob Fosse.

He is set to appear in the upcoming A Guy Walks Into a Bar and remains active in theater, with recent performances in off-Broadway productions.

His ability to balance indie projects with mainstream films, combined with his commitment to complex characters, keeps him a prominent figure in the industry.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @samrockwellx

Personal Life

Sam Rockwell has been in a relationship with actress Leslie Bibb since 2007, whom he met while filming Iron Man 2.

The couple, who have no children, resides in Los Angeles and keeps their personal lives private. Rockwell has spoken about overcoming substance abuse in his 20s and is an advocate for mental health awareness.

Filmography

• Clown House (1989) – Randy
• Last Exit to Brooklyn (1989) – Al
• Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1990) – Head Thug
• The Green Mile (1999) – “Wild Bill Wharton“
• Confessions of a Dangerous Mind (2002) – Chuck Barris
• Matchstick Men (2003) – Frank Mercer
• Moon (2009) – Sam Bell
• Iron Man 2 (2010) – Justin Hammer
• Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri (2017) – Jason Dixon
• Vice (2018) – George W. Bush
• Jojo Rabbit (2019) – Captain Klenzendorf
• See How They Run (2022) – Inspector Stoppard
• Argylle (2024) – Aidan
• Fosse/Verdon (2019) – Bob Fosse (TV)

Net Worth

Sam Rockwell has an estimated net worth of $30 million USD.

His wealth primarily comes from his extensive acting career, including high-profile films like Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri, Iron Man 2, and Jojo Rabbit, as well as his Emmy-nominated role in Fosse/Verdon.

Additional income stems from theater performances and occasional producing work