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Born on April 2, 1947 in Clark, South Dakota, United States, Sam Anderson is a television actor and film actor. That puts Sam Anderson at 79 years old in 2026. Schooling on record includes University of North Dakota.
My Take
Sam Anderson is the kind of actor I quietly admire most: never the lead, always essential. From Clark, South Dakota to a half-century of memorable character roles, he is the dentist in Lost, the principal in Forrest Gump, the face you recognize instantly without ever knowing the name. That sort of durability says everything. Anyone can chase stardom, but it takes real craft and humility to keep landing the supporting parts that give a story its texture. Born in 1947 and still working, he embodies the dignity of the working actor. I tip my hat to him with genuine respect.
1. Profile
- Name (English)
- Sam Anderson
- Name (Japanese)
- サム・アンダーソン
- Reading
- さむ・あんだーそん
- Born
- April 2, 1947 (age 79)
- Zodiac / Chinese zodiac
- Aries / Boar
- Origin
- Clark, South Dakota, United States
- Occupation
- actor / television actor / film actor
2. Background
- University
- University of North Dakota
3. Links
4. About this entry
Tags
- Last updated
- 2026-06-18
Facts are limited to publicly available information up to 2024; non-public or unconfirmed items are omitted. English text is machine-assisted (facts translated by Sonnet, "My Take" written by Opus 4.8). The Japanese page is the source of record.
Frequently asked questions
When was Sam Anderson born?
Born April 2, 1947 (age 79).
Where is Sam Anderson from?
Sam Anderson is from Clark, South Dakota, United States.
What does Sam Anderson do?
Sam Anderson works as actor, television actor, film actor.
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