Emma Samms

Emma Samms

64 · Born: Aug 28, 1960

Personal Details

BornAug 28, 1960 London, England, UK
Spouse
  • Simon McCoy

    ( Oct 9, 2021 to May 10, 2025 )
  • John Holloway

    ( Dec 31, 1969 to Sep 1, 2003 )
  • Tim Dillon

    ( Jan 1, 1994 to Oct 1, 1995 )
  • Bansi Nagji

    ( Feb 23, 1991 to May 27, 1992 )

Biography

Emma Samms, a celebrated British television actress, was born Emma E. W. Samuelson on August 28, 1960, marking the beginning of a remarkable journey that would eventually make her a household name.

She is best known for her captivating performances in numerous soap operas, which have not only showcased her impressive acting skills but also endeared her to millions of fans worldwide.

As a talented actress, Samms has made a profound impact on the world of television, with her most remarkable performance to date being that of Holly Sutton on the esteemed American daytime soap opera General Hospital. Her presence on the show has left an indelible mark on the narrative, solidifying her position as a beloved and iconic character.

Furthermore, Samms has also garnered widespread recognition for her captivating portrayal of Fallon Carrington Colby on the primetime soap opera Dynasty. This role, which follows in the footsteps of the esteemed Pamela Sue Martin, has cemented her status as a talented and versatile actress, capable of bringing depth and nuance to a wide range of characters.

Through her work on both General Hospital and Dynasty, Samms has demonstrated her exceptional range and talent, earning her a place among the most respected and admired actresses in the industry. Her dedication to her craft and her ability to bring characters to life have made her a beloved figure among audiences and a respected colleague among her peers.

Emma Samms' remarkable abilities have been extensively showcased on the widely utilized online reference platform, Wikipedia, with her notable achievements and accomplishments being meticulously documented on her dedicated Wikipedia page. This esteemed page, which is protected by the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike license, provides a comprehensive and detailed overview of her remarkable career, featuring a substantial list of contributors who have collectively contributed to the creation and maintenance of her profile.

Career

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2017
Love Blossoms
Love Blossoms as Carrie Steilman
{"id":2415,"title":"Vendetta","year":"2013","character":"Sandra Vickers","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/vendetta","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/7nt7jf2hd4j0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/7nt7jf2hd4j0.jpg"},"released":1}
2013
Vendetta
Vendetta as Sandra Vickers
{"id":40302,"title":"Boogeyman","year":"2012","character":"Chief Gideon","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/boogeyman-2012","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_40302.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_40302.jpg"},"released":1}
2012
Boogeyman
Boogeyman as Chief Gideon
{"id":23646,"title":"The Marksman","year":"2005","character":"Amanda Jacks","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-marksman","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/5g0lqgk8eep0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/5g0lqgk8eep0.jpg"},"released":1}
2005
The Marksman
The Marksman as Amanda Jacks
{"id":48973,"title":"Supernova","year":"2005","character":"Laurie Stephenson","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/supernova-2005","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_48973.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_48973.jpg"},"released":1}
Supernova
Supernova as Laurie Stephenson
{"id":53565,"title":"Pets to the Rescue","year":"2002","character":"Rebecca","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/pets-to-the-rescue","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_53565.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_53565.jpg"},"released":1}
2002
{"id":153690,"title":"Pretend You Don't See Her","year":"2002","character":"Lacey Farrell","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/pretend-you-dont-see-her-2002","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_153690.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_153690.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":79124,"title":"The Little Unicorn","year":"2002","character":"Lucy Regan","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-little-unicorn","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_79124.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_79124.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":88565,"title":"The Adventures of Tom Thumb & Thumbelina","year":"2002","character":"Shelley Beetle (voice)","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-adventures-of-tom-thumb-thumbelina-2002","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/7s8nk1kvrnc0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/7s8nk1kvrnc0.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":56976,"title":"Humanoids from the Deep","year":"1996","character":"Dr. Drake","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/humanoids-from-the-deep-1996","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_56976.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_56976.jpg"},"released":1}
1996
{"id":161,"title":"Tales from the Crypt","year":1996,"character":"Yvonne","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/tales-from-the-crypt","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/4qp1jp2l0c80.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/4qp1jp2l0c80.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":743,"title":"Gargoyles","year":1995,"character":"","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/gargoyles","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/4f3rtvc5qb20.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/4f3rtvc5qb20.jpg"},"released":1}
1995
{"id":58081,"title":"Terminal Voyage","year":"1994","character":"Becker","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/terminal-voyage","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_58081.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_58081.jpg"},"released":1}
1994
{"id":158156,"title":"Harlequin: Treacherous Beauties","year":"1994","character":"Anne Marie Kerr","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/harlequin-treacherous-beauties","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_158156.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_158156.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":8307,"title":"Models Inc.","year":1994,"character":"Grayson Louder","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/models-inc","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_8307.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_8307.jpg"},"released":1}
Models Inc.
Models Inc. as Grayson Louder
{"id":966,"title":"Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman","year":1994,"character":"Arianna Carlin","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/lois-clark-the-new-adventures-of-superman","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/47aip7urs5k0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/47aip7urs5k0.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":93311,"title":"Illusions","year":"1993","character":"Laura","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/illusions-1992","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_93311.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_93311.jpg"},"released":1}
1993
Illusions
Illusions as Laura
{"id":8338,"title":"Diagnosis Murder","year":1993,"character":"Cleopatra Quinlin","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/diagnosis-murder","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_8338.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_8338.jpg"},"released":1}
Diagnosis Murder
Diagnosis Murder as Cleopatra Quinlin
{"id":85704,"title":"Shadow of a Stranger","year":"1992","character":"Sarah Clinton","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/shadow-of-a-stranger","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_85704.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_85704.jpg"},"released":1}
1992
Shadow of a Stranger
Shadow of a Stranger as Sarah Clinton
{"id":24266,"title":"Delirious","year":"1991","character":"Rachel Hedison \/ Laura Claybourne","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/delirious-1991","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/7ppdkp3hu190.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/7ppdkp3hu190.jpg"},"released":1}
1991
Delirious
Delirious as Rachel Hedison / Laura Claybourne
{"id":59526,"title":"Bejewelled","year":"1991","character":"Stacey","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/bejewelled","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_59526.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_59526.jpg"},"released":1}
Bejewelled
Bejewelled as Stacey
{"id":195699,"title":"Fatal Inheritance","year":"1991","character":"Bridgid O'Toole","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/fatal-inheritance","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_195699.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_195699.jpg"},"released":1}
Fatal Inheritance
Fatal Inheritance as Bridgid O'Toole
{"id":21429,"title":"The Shrimp on the Barbie","year":"1990","character":"Alex","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-shrimp-on-the-barbie","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_21429.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_21429.jpg"},"released":1}
1990
{"id":60497,"title":"A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court","year":"1989","character":"Queen Guenivere","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/a-connecticut-yankee-in-king-arthurs-court-1989","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_60497.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_60497.jpg"},"released":1}
1989
{"id":24068,"title":"The Lady and the Highwayman","year":"1988","character":"Barbara Castlemaine","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-lady-and-the-highwayman","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_24068.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_24068.jpg"},"released":1}
1988
The Lady and the Highwayman
The Lady and the Highwayman as Barbara Castlemaine
{"id":10025,"title":"Newhart","year":1987,"character":"","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/newhart","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_10025.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_10025.jpg"},"released":1}
1987
{"id":1397,"title":"Dynasty","year":1987,"character":"Fallon Carrington Colby","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/dynasty-1981","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_1397.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_1397.jpg"},"released":1}
Dynasty
Dynasty as Fallon Carrington Colby
{"id":32998,"title":"Murder in Three Acts","year":"1986","character":"Egg","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/murder-in-three-acts","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_32998.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_32998.jpg"},"released":1}
1986
{"id":8478,"title":"The Colbys","year":1985,"character":"Fallon Carrington Colby","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/the-colbys","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_8478.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_8478.jpg"},"released":1}
1985
The Colbys
The Colbys as Fallon Carrington Colby
{"id":103834464,"title":"Ellis Island","year":1984,"character":"Violet Weiler","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/ellis-island","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_103834464.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_103834464.jpg"},"released":1}
1984
Ellis Island
Ellis Island as Violet Weiler
{"id":8602,"title":"Fire and Ice","year":"1983","character":"Princess Teegra performance model (uncredited)","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/fire-and-ice","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/7fur57v7nc90.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/7fur57v7nc90.jpg"},"released":1}
1983
Fire and Ice
Fire and Ice as Princess Teegra performance model (uncredited)
{"id":103836207,"title":"Goliath Awaits","year":1981,"character":"Lea McKenzie","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/goliath-awaits","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_103836207.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_103836207.jpg"},"released":1}
1981
Goliath Awaits
Goliath Awaits as Lea McKenzie
{"id":63873,"title":"More Wild Wild West","year":"1980","character":"Mirabelle Merriwether","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/more-wild-wild-west","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_63873.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_63873.jpg"},"released":1}
1980
More Wild Wild West
More Wild Wild West as Mirabelle Merriwether
{"id":88623,"title":"Yesterday's Hero","year":"1979","character":"Candy","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/yesterdays-hero-1979","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_88623.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_88623.jpg"},"released":1}
1979
{"id":80841,"title":"Arabian Adventure","year":"1979","character":"Princess Zuleira","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/arabian-adventure","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_80841.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_80841.jpg"},"released":1}
Arabian Adventure
Arabian Adventure as Princess Zuleira
{"id":191119,"title":"Harry Anderson's Sideshow","year":"1987","character":null,"permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/harry-andersons-sideshow-1987","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_191119.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_191119.jpg"},"released":1}
1987
{"id":103834492,"title":"Wogan","year":1987,"character":null,"permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/wogan","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_103834492.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_103834492.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":153695,"title":"His Bodyguard","year":"1998","job":"Writer","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/his-bodyguard","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_153695.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_153695.jpg"},"released":1}
1998