Debut Movie

Sam Worthington began his film career in 2000 with a role in the Australian dance film Bootmen, portraying a construction worker who pursues his passion for tap dancing.

Personal Life

Born on 1976-08-02 in Godalming, Surrey, England, Samuel Henry John Worthington moved to Perth, Western Australia, during his infancy. Raised in Warnbro, a suburb of Rockingham, he attended John Curtin College of the Arts in Fremantle but did not graduate. At 19, after working various construction jobs, he auditioned for and was accepted into the National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA) in Sydney. In 2013, Worthington began a relationship with Australian model Lara Bingle; the couple married in 2014 and have three sons together. Worthington has been open about his struggles with alcohol, achieving sobriety in 2014.

Trivia

Sam Worthington gained international fame for his role as Jake Sully in James Cameron’s Avatar (2009) and its sequels. He has also appeared in major films such as Terminator Salvation (2009), portraying Marcus Wright, and as Perseus in Clash of the Titans (2010) and its sequel Wrath of the Titans (2012). In addition to his film work, Worthington has voiced the character Captain Alex Mason in the video game series Call of Duty: Black Ops.

Awards

Throughout his career, Sam Worthington has received critical acclaim, including Australia’s highest film award for his leading roles in Bootmen (2000), Somersault (2004), and Avatar (2009).

Upcoming Projects

As of 2025, Worthington continues his role as Jake Sully in the Avatar franchise, with sequels scheduled for release in the coming years. He remains active in both film and television, seeking diverse and challenging roles.