Sam Underwood Biography: Height, Awards, Net Worth, Wife, Religion, Ethnicity, Age, Movies, Instagram

Sam Lewis Underwood, professionally known as Sam Underwood, is an English actor and writer recognized for his compelling performances in television dramas and psychological thrillers.

He gained international recognition after portraying twin brothers Luke Gray and Mark Gray in The Following and later strengthened his reputation through notable roles in Dexter, Fear the Walking Dead, and Dynasty, earning praise for his versatility across television, film, and stage productions.

Sam Underwood
Wiki Facts & About Data
Real Name:	Sam Lewis Underwood
Stage Name:	Sam Underwood
Born:	August 4, 1987 (age 38 years old)
Place of Birth:	Woking, Surrey, England
Nationality:	British
Ethnicity:	White British
Height:	5 feet 9½ inches (177 cm)
Religion:	Christianity
Parents:	Mr. Underwood and Angela Underwood
Spouse:	Valorie Curry
Occupation:	Actor, Writer
Net Worth:	$4 million USD

Early Life and Education

Sam Underwood was born on August 4, 1987, in Woking, Surrey, England. He spent his early years under the care of Mr. Underwood and Angela Underwood, who encouraged his interest in the performing arts from a young age.

His ethnicity is White British. There is no information about Sam Underwood‘s siblings. His religion is Christianity.

He attended The Winston Churchill School before training at Karen Clarke Theatre Group and Songtime Theatre Arts. He later graduated from the American Musical and Dramatic Academy in New York in 2008, where he refined his acting skills before beginning his professional career.

Career

Sam Underwood entered the entertainment industry as a stage actor, appearing in productions including Hamlet, Candida, and Equus, where he developed a solid foundation in dramatic performance.

His television career began gaining momentum after he portrayed Zach Hamilton in Dexter, a role that introduced him to a wider audience.

His breakthrough came after playing twin brothers Luke Gray and Mark Gray in The Following, demonstrating his ability to portray two contrasting characters in the same series.

As his career progressed, he appeared in Homeland, joined the cast of Fear the Walking Dead as Jake Otto, and later became a series regular in Dynasty, portraying Adam Carrington from 2019 to 2022.

Alongside his television success, Underwood has appeared in films including The Last Keepers, Hello Again, Ophelia, and The Drummer, while continuing to participate in theatre productions.

Personal Life

Sam Underwood, 38 years old, is currently single. He was previously married to actress Valorie Curry, and their marriage later ended in divorce. There is no information about any other past relationships, and he does not have children.

Away from acting, he enjoys theatre, literature, and creative storytelling, interests that complement his work as both an actor and writer. His height is 5 feet 9½ inches (177 cm).

Net Worth

Sam Underwood has built a net worth of $4 million USD. His earnings primarily come from acting in television series, films, and theatre productions.

Major appearances in Dexter, The Following, Fear the Walking Dead, and Dynasty have contributed significantly to his income.

Additional revenue has also come from writing projects and other professional activities within the entertainment industry.

Social Media

Sam Underwood does not have a social media account.

Filmography

• Zero Hour (2013)
• Dexter (2013)
• Homeland (2013)
• The Last Keepers (2013)
• The Following (2014–2015)
• Fear the Walking Dead (2017)
• Hello Again (2017)
• Madam Secretary (2018)
• Ophelia (2018)
• Dynasty (2019–2022)
• The Drummer (2021)
• The Rookie: Feds (2023)