Sam Reid

Feb 19, 1987 (38 years old) in New South Wales, Australia

Sam Reid, born on February 19, 1987, in New South Wales, Australia, is a actor known for his captivating performances in film and television. He grew up on a cattle property in the Monaro region and developed a passion for acting at a young age. Reid pursued his craft at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art (LAMDA), graduating in 2010 as the star student of his year.

Reid gained recognition for his role as Lestat de Lioncourt in the AMC series Interview with the Vampire (2022–present), earning critical acclaim. He has also starred in notable productions such as The Newsreader (2021–2025), Lambs of God (2019), and the period drama Belle (2013), where he played John Davinier.

Known For

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Spooks
Young Harry
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Interview with the Vampire
Lestat de Lioncourt
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Bloom
Young Max
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Prime Suspect 1973
DI Len Bradfield
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The Newsreader
Dale Jennings
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Hatfields & McCoys
Tolbert McCoy
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Lambs of God
Ignatius
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Belle
John Davinier

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