Sam Worthington

Date of Birth: August 2, 1976

Zodiac Sign: Leo

Biography

Samuel Henry John Worthington, known professionally as Sam Worthington, is an Australian actor and producer best known for his roles in blockbuster films such as “Avatar,” “Terminator Salvation,” and “Clash of the Titans.” Born in Godalming, Surrey, England, Sam moved to Perth, Western Australia, when he was six months old. He grew up in Warnbro, a suburb of Rockingham. Worthington attended John Curtin College of the Arts, a school specializing in the dramatic arts, but did not complete his studies. He later won a scholarship to the National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA) in Sydney. Worthington’s breakthrough role came in 2009 when he was cast as Jake Sully in James Cameron’s “Avatar,” which became the highest-grossing film of all time. This role catapulted him to international stardom and led to roles in other high-profile films. In addition to his on-screen work, Worthington has also lent his voice to video games and animated features.

5 Interesting Facts about Sam Worthington

1. Sam Worthington was awarded Australia’s highest film honor, the AFI Award for Best Lead Actor, for his role in the film “Somersault” (2004).

2. He once lived in his car before landing his role in “Avatar.”

3. Worthington has voiced the character of Alex Mason in the popular video game series “Call of Duty: Black Ops.”

4. He is a dual citizen of Australia and the United Kingdom.

5. Worthington has been married to Australian model Lara Bingle since 2014.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Sam Worthington

1. “I don’t care if people want to think I’m a bad actor, I take that as a compliment.”

2. “I love action films, and to be able to put together ‘Avatar’ with James Cameron was an amazing experience.”

3. “I like doing a variety of things, so my career is not just about one genre.”

4. “The best way to learn is to do; the worst way to learn is to be told.”

5. “Avatar was a journey for me, and I think it will be a journey for the audience.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

At the peak of his career, Sam Worthington’s net worth was estimated to be around $30 million.

Children

Sam Worthington and his wife Lara Bingle have three children together: Rocket Zot Worthington, Racer Worthington, and their youngest child, whose name has not been publicly disclosed.