Stephen Moyer

Date of Birth: October 11, 1969

Zodiac Sign: Libra

Biography

Stephen Moyer is an English actor and director best known for his role as vampire Bill Compton in the HBO series “True Blood.” Born as Stephen John Emery in Brentwood, Essex, England, Moyer began his acting career in theater before transitioning to film and television. He attended the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art (LAMDA) and performed with the National Theatre of Wales, the Royal Shakespeare Company, and the Oxford Stage Company. His breakout role came with “True Blood,” which aired from 2008 to 2014 and earned him critical acclaim as well as a dedicated fan base. Moyer has also appeared in other television series such as “The Bastard Executioner,” “The Gifted,” and “Safe House.” Besides acting, he has directed several episodes of “True Blood” and other television projects. Moyer is married to his “True Blood” co-star Anna Paquin, and the couple has two children together.

5 Interesting Facts about Stephen Moyer

1. Stephen Moyer’s real surname is Emery, but he uses his mother’s maiden name, Moyer, as his stage name.

2. He won the Saturn Award for Best Actor on Television in 2009 for his role in “True Blood.”

3. Stephen Moyer and Anna Paquin’s wedding took place in Malibu, California, in 2010.

4. Before achieving fame with “True Blood,” Moyer had roles in British television shows like “Casualty,” “The Grand,” and “Midsomer Murders.”

5. Moyer has a passion for charity and has been involved in various fundraising activities, including participating in the Nautica Malibu Triathlon to support children’s hospitals.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Stephen Moyer

1. “I think the thing that I am most proud of in my career is that I have been able to do different things.”

2. “You only get one life, and if you’re not doing what you want to do, then you’re wasting your time.”

3. “Playing Bill Compton was a joy, and the fans make it all the more fun.”

4. “It’s great to be able to explore different genres and characters; it keeps the work exciting.”

5. “Acting allows me to live in a way that I can explore different aspects of myself and the world.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

At his peak, Stephen Moyer’s net worth was estimated to be around $10 million.

Children

Stephen Moyer has four children. He has a son named Billy (born in 2000) and a daughter named Lilac (born in 2002) from his previous relationships. With his wife Anna Paquin, he has twins, a son named Charlie and a daughter named Poppy, born in 2012.