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Sam Phillips (born 18 March 1948 – 16 January 2021) is a veteran South African entertainer with over 40 years of acting experience.
Until his death in 2021, he was one of the longest-serving actors in the South African film industry.
He is a man of many trades, involved in acting, writing, directing and film production.
South African actor
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| Name: | Sam Phillips |
| Date of Birth: | March 18, 1948 |
| die: | January 16, 2021 |
| age: | 72 years old |
| place of birth: | Cape Town |
| Country of Citizenship: | South Africa |
| Spouse • Wife: | Married |
| Profession: | Actor • Film producer |
| net worth: | USD 6,000,000-7,500,000 |
early life
Sam Phillips was born on March 18, 1948.
The veteran actor was born and raised in Cape Town, South Africa. He is a survivor of apartheid in South Africa and was actively involved in the struggle until apartheid was abolished.
South African Actor Sam Phillips Biography, Age, Net Worth, Wife, Wiki, Movies, Family, Death
He was brought up by his parents in Cape Town, who ensured that he got the basic education he needed for his age.
His love and passion for the show started in middle school.
educate
Sam Phillips started and completed his elective studies there and after graduation he entered Langa High School in South Africa, which is located nearby.
Profession
Sam Phillips has a long career in South African film and theatre. The veteran actor began his career in 1971 with the Space Theatre.
Originally a stage actor, he moved to Johannesburg in 1981 to pursue a career in television and film after the advent of black television (before this, most films featured white South Africans). Not surprisingly, he has become a mentor and role model for contemporary South African actors.
Note that his debut in film was in 1976. He worked on Lysistrata, the first multiracial film offered by the Space Theater.
In the 1980s, he worked as an acting proofreader for Kinnerland and Scholtz Films, editing a large number of films for the company.
He is the director of the renowned play production “Woza Albert” at McGowan Theater at the University of Los Angeles. He has conducted several workshops and classes at the Hollywood Theater Guild for future artists on how to improve their skills.
He also worked as a producer. His most notable works include Nna Sajene Kokobela and 103 Paradise Complex. He created the music and signature songs for 103 Paradise Complex along with the famous Brenda Fassie. Other artists who worked with 103 Paradise Complex include Nna Kokobela and Motlhalefi Molefe.
Personal life
Sam Phillips has been married for many years and has two children. The veteran actor is a role model for South African artists, warm, friendly and funny. His wife’s name has not yet been made public.
die
Sam Phillips was confirmed dead on January 16, 2021, just a few months into the coronavirus lockdown.
His death came as a shock and great misfortune to the South African entertainment industry.
net worth
The estimated total net worth of the late famous South African actor Sam Phillips is $6,000,000-7,500,000.
