Stephen Ogg is a highly acclaimed Canadian voice and motion capture artist, best known for his iconic role as Trevor Philips in the incredibly popular video game Grand Theft Auto V (2013). His outstanding performance earned him numerous nominations, including a VGX nomination for Best Voice Actor.
Born on November 4, 1973, in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Ogg's journey in the entertainment industry began with a promotional appearance for the National Film Board of Canada. He made his professional debut in an episode of Law & Order (1990),and his extensive television credits include Unforgettable as Larry Yablonski and Broad City as a creepy locksmith. Notably, he appeared in a season 3 episode of the James Caviezel-starring CBS drama Person of Interest (2011).
Before pursuing a career in acting, Ogg initially began his journey by appearing in an advertisement for the National Film Board of Canada. He then ventured into various theater productions, eventually shifting his focus towards a career in sports. However, an injury forced him to reevaluate his path, and he moved to New York to pursue acting professionally.
Ogg's early acting credits include television shows such as Law & Order (1990) and Third Watch (1999),as well as some theater work and voice acting. He took a break from acting to focus on building a house, but eventually returned to the industry, landing the groundbreaking role of Trevor Philips in Grand Theft Auto V (2013). The game's massive success led to widespread critical acclaim for Ogg's portrayal, and he went on to make various public appearances due to his iconic character.