Sam Claflin

Sam Claflin
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Sam Claflin
Real name:
Samuel George Claflin
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Birth date:
(39 y.o.)
Place of birth:
Ipswich, England
Height:
5'11 ft ()
Weight:
181 lb (82 kg)
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Biography of Sam Claflin

Sam Claflin is a celebrated British actor whose charm and striking good looks have made him a heartthrob with fans worldwide. His career breakthrough came with major hits like "The Hunger Games," "Love, Rosie," "Me Before You," "Snow White and the Huntsman," "Peaky Blinders," and the TV series "Any Human Heart."
Sam Claflin
Sam Claflin

Childhood

Sam Claflin was born on June 27, 1986, in the town of Ipswich, United Kingdom. His father was a financial manager, and his mother taught at a local school. Sam has two older brothers Ben (a programmer) and Daniel (an English teacher), as well as a younger brother Joseph (also an actor).
Sam Claflin with brothers (2rd from left)
Sam Claflin with brothers (2rd from left)
As a kid, Sam was obsessed with football and dreamed of going pro. But an injury derailed those plans, forcing him to trade the pitch for the stage. From that moment on, he threw himself into acting, practically living at the school theater.
Sam Claflin as a kid
Sam Claflin as a kid
When money got tight at home, 13-year-old Sam stepped up to help his family and found work. He spent three years delivering papers before landing a job at the local supermarket. He later told reporters: "I'm not ashamed at all of being a paperboy and a store clerk. Family comes first for me, so I did whatever it took to help the people I love." Sam's upbeat outlook came from having such supportive, loving parents.

After graduation, Sam applied to the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art to master his craft. At drama school, he built friendships and sharpened his skills - both proving invaluable at auditions. His instructors all saw star potential in Sam, predicting he'd become a major talent.
Sam Claflin on a theater stage
Sam Claflin on a theater stage

Acting career

Sam launched his acting career in 2010 with a major role in the adventure series "The Pillars of the Earth." Just four months later, he landed another leading role in the sci-fi film "The Lost Future."
A still from The Lost Future
A still from The Lost Future
Sam also scored the lead in 2010's miniseries "Any Human Heart." The show follows one man's journey through life, with Sam bringing the character to life.
On the set of Any Human Heart
On the set of Any Human Heart
Sam shot to global stardom in 2011 with "Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides," the fifth film in the legendary franchise. In the film, the rising star played a Christian missionary who falls for a mermaid.
Sam Claflin in Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides
Sam Claflin in Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides
After the film's release, Sam excitedly told reporters: "After filming 'The Pillars of the Earth,' I called my mom and told her I wanted to play a pirate next. It's incredible that I didn't have to wait long - Rob Marshall, the 'Pirates of the Caribbean' director, came calling and made my dream come true."

Sam earned an impressive payday, which he spent on himself and his loved ones. The only thing he shared was, "I finally got the tattoo I've been dreaming of for years." Johnny Depp himself offered some wisdom to the aspiring actor, strongly recommending that he not chase fame but stay true to his ideals.
Interview with the young stars of «Pirates: On Stranger Tides»
In 2012, the young man appeared in the fantasy film "Snow White and the Huntsman," where he met Kristen Stewart and Chris Hemsworth. He played the role of Prince William, who falls in love with Snow White. Interestingly, just months earlier, the young actor had auditioned for another fairy tale film, "Snow White: The Revenge of the Dwarves," but the director chose to give the role to Armie Hammer.
Sam Claflin as William (Snow White and the Huntsman)
Sam Claflin as William (Snow White and the Huntsman)
A major career milestone came with one of the main roles in the blockbuster "The Hunger Games: Catching Fire," where he got to work alongside such well-known actors as Jennifer Lawrence and Liam Hemsworth. Sam then reprised his role as Finnick Odair in the franchise's two final installments ("Mockingjay Part 1" and "Mockingjay Part 2," 2014 and 2015). Unfortunately, the directors scaled back his role in the films.
Hunger Games – Finnick Odair
In 2014, Claflin was involved in the horror film "The Quiet Ones," and later that year, he played the lead role alongside Lily Collins in the romantic film "Love, Rosie."
Love Rosie | Lily Collins & Sam Claflin on love movies, friendship
In 2016, he once again took on the role of a prince in the fantasy tale "The Huntsman: Winter's War." That same year saw the release of the heart-wrenching romantic film "Me Before You," where Sam played a wealthy disabled man, and Emilia Clarke played his caretaker.
Sam Claflin and Emilia Clarke
Sam Claflin and Emilia Clarke
That same year brought "Their Finest," which tells the story of British propaganda cinema during World War II. Sam Claflin played one of the key characters in the film. In 2017, the actor appeared in the war drama "Journey's End" and the romantic film "My Cousin Rachel." Both films received mixed reviews.

In 2018, Sam Claflin teamed up with Shailene Woodley. The actors played a couple in love in the disaster film "Adrift." Their yacht gets caught in a storm, and their lives now depend entirely on nature's mercy.
A still from Adrift
A still from Adrift
In 2019, Sam joined the cast of the television series "Peaky Blinders." He played Oswald Mosley, a charismatic politician and member of parliament who supported fascism and served as Thomas Shelby's sworn enemy.
Sam Claflin in Peaky Blinders
Sam Claflin in Peaky Blinders

Sam Claflin's Personal Life

In 2011, Sam met actress Laura Haddock, and the handsome British actor was instantly smitten. After two years of dating and traveling together, the couple officially announced their engagement in summer 2013.
Sam Claflin and Laura Haddock
Sam Claflin and Laura Haddock
In late 2015, news broke that Laura was expecting their first child. In January 2016, the couple welcomed their first child - a son named Pip, born in December 2015.
Sam Claflin with his ex-wife
Sam Claflin with his ex-wife
That summer, divorce rumors swirled around the couple, with allegations that Sam had been unfaithful with someone named Saria. Sam quickly denied the rumors, insisting he had no intention of leaving his family. And in February 2018, the couple welcomed a new addition to their family: a daughter named Margot was born.

However, the birth of their daughter did not save the actor's marriage. In August 2019, Sam and Laura announced their divorce. The reasons were not disclosed. Following the split, Claflin struggled with depression and underwent therapy.

In September 2022, Sam went public with his relationship with model Cassie Amato, who previously dated Leonardo DiCaprio. They were seen walking hand in hand in central London.
Sam Claflin and Cassie Amato
Sam Claflin and Cassie Amato

Sam Claflin now

In March 2023, "Daisy Jones and The Six" premiered on Amazon Prime, starring Sam Claflin and Riley Keough. Based on Taylor Jenkins Reid's bestselling novel, the series follows the meteoric rise of fictional band The Six and their messy behind-the-scenes drama.
Sam Claflin in Daisy Jones and The Six
Sam Claflin in Daisy Jones and The Six
According to the actor, during the filming of the series, it was the first time he found it easy to cry on camera. These emotions are still quite raw for me. I can just take from that and put myself in this situation because I lived through it