Sam Witwer

Sam Witwer was born on October 20, 1977, in Glenview, Illinois. Early in his life, Witwer showed interest in pursuits outside of traditional schooling, including Dungeons and Dragons and music. He attended Glenbrook South High School where he participated in drama and theater, and was the lead singer of a high school band named “Love Plumber.” After graduating, he was accepted into the Juilliard School, though he later decided to pursue acting more seriously after seeking advice from actor Bruce Campbell.

His acting career began with a commercial for the Chicago Bulls, followed by roles in television series such as “ER.” Witwer gained recognition with recurring roles, including playing Lt. Crashdown in SyFy’s “Battlestar Galactica” and Neil Perry in the Emmy-winning Showtime series “Dexter.” He also appeared as Private Wayne Jessup in the film “The Mist” (2007). From 2008 to 2009, he portrayed Davis Bloome, the human form of Doomsday, in The CW’s “Smallville.” His performance on “Smallville” was well-received and opened further opportunities in his acting career.

One of Witwer’s most notable roles is as Aidan Waite in the U.S. adaptation of the British television series “Being Human,” which aired on SyFy from 2011 to 2014. He received a Gemini Award nomination for Best Performance by an Actor in a Continuing, Leading Dramatic Role in 2011. Witwer is also recognized for his extensive voice work, particularly within the Star Wars universe, where he has voiced pivotal characters across various media, including video games and animated series. His multifaceted career demonstrates his adaptability and sustained presence in the entertainment industry.