Date of Birth: August 28, 1965
Zodiac Sign: Virgo
Biography
Amanda Tapping is a British-Canadian actress, director, and producer best known for her role as Samantha Carter in the long-running science fiction television series “Stargate SG-1” and its subsequent spin-offs. Born in Rochford, Essex, England, Tapping moved to Ontario, Canada, at the age of three. She pursued an interest in environmental science at the University of Windsor but switched her major to drama, graduating with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in 1988. Tapping’s career took off with her role in “Stargate SG-1,” which began in 1997 and continued for ten seasons. Her portrayal of Samantha Carter earned her a dedicated fan base and critical acclaim. Beyond acting, Tapping has directed several episodes of various television series, including “Sanctuary,” a show she also produced and starred in. An advocate for women in the film industry, Tapping co-founded the charity organization “Sanctuary for Kids” to support children in crisis worldwide.
5 Interesting Facts about Amanda Tapping
1. Amanda Tapping moved from England to Canada at the age of three.
2. She initially studied environmental science before switching to drama at the University of Windsor.
3. Tapping directed and produced several episodes of the series “Sanctuary,” in which she also starred.
4. She co-founded the charity organization “Sanctuary for Kids,” which supports children in crisis globally.
5. Amanda Tapping has won several awards for her acting, including the Saturn Award for Best Supporting Actress on Television.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Amanda Tapping
1. “You don’t have to be the best… but you have to be your best.”
2. “I think that if you want something enough, and you’re passionate enough, you’ll make it happen.”
3. “The most important thing is to enjoy your life – to be happy – it’s all that matters.”
4. “I’m driven by a desire to make the world a better place.”
5. “Science fiction is a genre that allows you to dream big and think outside the box.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Amanda Tapping’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $5 million.
Children
Amanda Tapping has one daughter named Olivia B. Kovacs, born on March 22, 2005.
Relevant Links
1. [Amanda Tapping – IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0850102/
2. [Amanda Tapping Biography – Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amanda_Tapping
3. [Sanctuary for Kids – Official Website](http://www.sanctuaryforkids.org/
4. [Amanda Tapping on Twitter](https://twitter.com/amandatapping
