Sammy Benson, a seasoned professional in the entertainment industry, hails from a long line of show business pioneers. His grandparents, Sam "Sammy" Benson and Jeanette Benson, were an integral part of the industry, with Sam working as a wardrober, wardrobe supervisor, and costumer, and Jeanette making appearances as a bit player.
Sam's mother, Marjorie Benson, was a casting director, while his uncle, Eddie Benson, worked as a stand-in and stunt performer on the Ozzie and Harriet Show. His great-aunt, Gertrude Brenig Bank, was a stand-in from 1948 until her retirement, with her daughter Barbara taking over the role.
Sam attended Page Military Academy, Hollywood Professional School, and Hollywood Academy, where he began to develop his skills in the entertainment industry. He spent most of his life working in show business, taking on various roles both in front and behind the cameras.
Sam's grandfather, Sammy Benson, had a rich background in vaudeville, working for William Fox before settling at 20th Century Fox, where he remained until his passing on June 13th, 1957. Marjorie Benson, the casting director, worked alongside Ruth Burch for 17 years at Hal Roach Studio & T. & L. Productions, alongside notable figures such as Danny Thomas and Sheldon Leonard.
After years of performing on stage and in front of the cameras, Sam developed a unique gun juggling and trick shooting act, with mentors Rodd Redwing and Andy Anderson. He was also close friends with Thell Reed and Ray Chapman, and the two remained shooting buddies since the late 1950s.
Eventually, Sam transitioned to working behind the cameras, teaching firearms for movies and television, as well as handling props and production work. However, he was forced to retire in 1990 due to an illness.
