Sam J. Jones

Date of Birth: August 12, 1954

Zodiac Sign: Leo

Date of Death: *None* (Sam J. Jones is alive)

Biography

Samuel Gerald Jones, widely known as Sam J. Jones, is an American actor born on August 12, 1954, in Chicago, Illinois. He is best known for his iconic role as Flash Gordon in the 1980 cult classic film “Flash Gordon.” Before becoming an actor, Jones served in the United States Marine Corps. He began his acting career in the late 1970s and quickly caught the eye of producers with his rugged good looks and commanding presence. Jones has also appeared in several television shows and movies, including “The Highwayman,” “Stargate SG-1,” and “Ted” and its sequel “Ted 2,” in which he played a fictionalized version of himself. Beyond acting, Jones has worked as a private security consultant and continues to make appearances at fan conventions around the world.

5 Interesting Facts about Sam J. Jones

1. Sam J. Jones was a Marine before he became an actor.

2. He was discovered after appearing in a 1975 issue of Playgirl magazine.

3. The film “Flash Gordon” initially underperformed but has since become a cult classic.

4. Jones had a significant falling out with “Flash Gordon” producer Dino De Laurentiis, leading to some of his lines being dubbed by another actor.

5. He has worked as a private security consultant for VIPs, including wealthy families and celebrities.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Sam J. Jones

1. “Success is not about the things you achieve, it’s about the impact you make.”

2. “I believe in fate. I believe everything happens for a reason.”

3. “We all have a hero inside us; it’s just a matter of finding it.”

4. “My time in the Marines taught me discipline and resilience, which has helped me in my acting career.”

5. “Flash Gordon was not just a role; it was a defining moment in my life.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Sam J. Jones’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $1 million.

Children

Sam J. Jones has five children. He has three children from his first marriage to Lynn Eriks and two children from his second marriage to Ramona Lynn Jones.