Eamonn Walker Biography: Wife, Age, Children, Net Worth, Height, Movies & TV Shows

Eamonn Roderique Walker is an English actor and producer renowned for his commanding presence across stage, film, and television.

Internationally acclaimed for his role as Kareem Saïd in HBO’s Oz—a portrayal that earned him a CableACE Award—he later garnered widespread recognition as Battalion Chief Wallace Boden on NBC’s Chicago Fire.

Walker also shines in theatre, having made history as the first Black actor to play Othello at Shakespeare’s Globe.

Profile

• Full Name: Eamonn Roderique Walker
• Stage Name: Eamonn Walker
• Born: 12 June, 1962
• Age: 63 years old
• Birthplace: London, England, UK
• Nationality: British
• Occupation: Actor, Producer
• Height: 1.85 m
• Parents: Mr. Walker, Mrs. Walker
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: Sandra Walker
• Children: 3
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: Approximately $5 million –6 million

Early Life and Education

Eamonn Roderique Walker was born on June 12, 1962, in West London. His father hails from Grenada and his mother from Trinidad, though details about their names are not publicly known, and also details about his siblings are unknown.

Raised in Islington, he spent six months in Trinidad at age nine. Eamonn attended Hungerford School, then studied social work at the Polytechnic of North London.

He trained as a dancer with the Explosive Dance Theatre Company, but a calf injury ended that path. He then pivoted to acting, studying at the New York Film Academy.

Career

Eamonn Walker began his acting career in the early 1980s, initially performing in theater productions in London, including the musical Labelled with Love. He made his television debut in 1985 with minor roles in British series such as Dempsey and Makepeace, The Bill, and In Sickness and in Health, where he portrayed Winston.

His screen presence quickly gained traction, earning him recurring roles and expanding his repertoire into UK television drama. His early film credits include Young Soul Rebels (1991) and Shopping (1994), which established him as a compelling on-screen performer.

Walker rose to international prominence in 1997 when he joined the cast of HBO’s Oz as Kareem Saïd, a powerful and principled Muslim leader within a maximum-security prison. His performance received critical acclaim and a CableACE Award, marking him as one of the first Black British actors to break into the American mainstream television landscape.

Following Oz, he secured roles in high-profile projects such as Unbreakable, Tears of the Sun, Lord of War, and Cadillac Records, where he portrayed blues legend Howlin’ Wolf. These roles showcased his versatility across both action and dramatic genres.

In 2012, Walker was cast as Battalion Chief Wallace Boden in NBC’s Chicago Fire, a role he held through 12 seasons, becoming a central figure in the One Chicago franchise. His leadership role across Chicago Fire, Chicago P.D., Chicago Med, and Chicago Justice reinforced his legacy as a strong dramatic actor with emotional range and authority.

After officially departing as a series regular in 2024, he continues to be recognized for his enduring impact on television and remains involved in selective projects with a focus on quality and cultural representation.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @eamonn.walker.official

Personal Life

Eamonn Walker is married to Sandra Walker, a British writer; the couple has three children—two of whom are twins, Jahdine and Deke, with one child’s name undisclosed.

They reside between Los Angeles and London. Walker remains private but is known for his deep family ties and commitment to both his craft and his children.

Filmography

• Oz (1997–2003) – Kareem Saïd
• Young Soul Rebels (1991) – Carlton
• Shopping (1994) – Peters
• Unbreakable (2000) – Role unspecified
• Tears of the Sun (2003) – Role unspecified
• Lord of War (2005) – Role unspecified
• Cadillac Records (2008) – Howlin’ Wolf
• Justice (2006–2007) – Luther Graves
• Kings (2009) – Rev. Ephram Samuels
• The Whole Truth (2010) – Terrence ‘Edge’ Edgecomb
• Strike Back (2012) – Walter Lutulu
• Chicago Fire (2012–2024) – Chief/Deputy Commissioner Wallace Boden
• Guest appearances in Chicago P.D., Chicago Med, and Chicago Justice

Net Worth

Eamonn Walker has an estimated net worth of between $5 and $6 million USD, derived primarily from his extensive acting career across television, film, and theatre. His long-term roles in Oz and Chicago Fire, combined with a presence in feature films and stage productions, constitute the bulk of his financial success.