Date of Birth: September 24, 1958
Zodiac Sign: Libra
Date of Death: (Alive)
Biography
Kevin David Sorbo is an American actor best known for his roles in television series such as “Hercules: The Legendary Journeys” and “Andromeda.” Born in Mound, Minnesota, Sorbo began his career in the entertainment industry as a model and actor in commercials before moving on to more significant acting roles. His breakthrough came when he was cast as Hercules in the popular TV series, which aired from 1995 to 1999. Sorbo’s portrayal of the Greek demigod made him a household name and garnered him a dedicated fan base. Following his success with “Hercules,” Sorbo starred in the science fiction series “Andromeda,” where he played Captain Dylan Hunt from 2000 to 2005. Over the years, he has appeared in various films and TV shows, including guest roles in “The O.C.,” “Psych,” and “Supergirl.” Beyond acting, Sorbo is an outspoken advocate for various social and political causes and has authored several books detailing his life experiences and views.
5 Interesting Facts about Kevin Sorbo
1. Kevin Sorbo suffered three strokes in 1997 while filming “Hercules: The Legendary Journeys,” which resulted in partial vision loss, migraines, and dizziness.
2. He has Norwegian roots, with his grandparents immigrating to the United States from Norway.
3. Sorbo played professional basketball in Europe for a short period before fully committing to his acting career.
4. He met his wife, Sam Jenkins, on the set of “Hercules: The Legendary Journeys,” and they married in 1998.
5. In addition to acting, Sorbo has ventured into directing and producing, working on various independent films and documentaries.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Kevin Sorbo
1. “The funny thing about television is that once you start to do it you never get time to watch it.”
2. “I think the success of any show depends on the audience and how much they like the characters.”
3. “It’s amazing what you can do when you have a great team of people around you.”
4. “I’m a Christian. I believe in God. I believe in Jesus.”
5. “Acting is a tough business, and the percentage of people who make it to the top is very small.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
At his peak, Kevin Sorbo’s net worth was estimated to be around $10 million.
Children
Kevin Sorbo and his wife, Sam Jenkins, have three children together: Braedon Cooper Sorbo, Shane Haaken Sorbo, and Octavia Flynn Sorbo.
Relevant Links
1. [Kevin Sorbo on IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001757/
2. [Kevin Sorbo’s Official Website](https://www.kevinsorbo.net/
3. [Kevin Sorbo at Rotten Tomatoes](https://www.rottentomatoes.com/celebrity/kevin_sorbo
4. [Kevin Sorbo on Twitter](https://twitter.com/ksorbs
5. [Kevin Sorbo’s Books on Amazon](https://www.amazon.com/Kevin-Sorbo/e/B004H9T7D2
