William Samples

William Samples

Deceased · Born: Sep 13, 1952 · Died: Jan 2, 2024

Personal Details

BornSep 13, 1952 Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Biography

William Samples, a celebrated actor, took his first breath on September 13, 1952, in the vibrant and culturally rich city of Mumbai, situated in the western Indian state of Maharashtra, which is known for its bustling streets, ornate temples, and mouth-watering street food. As a talented thespian, he left an indelible mark on the world of cinema, with his impressive repertoire including iconic films such as The Big Year, a 2011 comedy-drama that starred Owen Wilson, Jack Black, and Steve Martin, Happy Gilmore, a 1996 comedy classic that starred Adam Sandler as a former hockey player turned golfer, and To All the Boys: P.S. I Still Love You, a 2020 romantic comedy that was the sequel to the popular Netflix film To All the Boys I've Loved Before. Throughout his illustrious career, William Samples brought joy and laughter to countless audiences around the world, and his legacy will continue to be celebrated for years to come.

Born on September 13, 1952, in Mumbai, India, William Samples was a true artist at heart, with a passion for storytelling and a natural talent for bringing characters to life on the big screen. He began his career in the entertainment industry at a young age, and quickly made a name for himself as a talented and versatile actor.

Over the years, William Samples appeared in a wide range of films, including dramas, comedies, and romantic comedies. His impressive repertoire included iconic films such as The Big Year, Happy Gilmore, and To All the Boys: P.S. I Still Love You, which were all released to critical acclaim and commercial success.

Despite his many accomplishments, William Samples remained humble and kind-hearted, always taking the time to appreciate his fans and the people who helped him along the way. He was a true gentleman, and his passing on January 2, 2024, was a tragic loss for the entertainment industry and the world at large.

William Samples may be gone, but his legacy will live on through his countless film appearances and the countless lives he touched through his work. He will always be remembered as a talented and beloved actor, and his memory will continue to be celebrated for years to come.

Career

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2021
The Clockwork Girl
The Clockwork Girl as Additional Voices (voice)
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2020
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2019
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2018
Once Upon a Prince
Once Upon a Prince as Sir Edward Tilbury
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2016
The BFG
The BFG as Palace Staff #2 (aka Footman)
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My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic
My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic as Professor Flintheart (voice)
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2011
The Big Year
The Big Year as British Tourist
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2009
Santa Buddies
Santa Buddies as James the Butler
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2008
{"id":150310,"title":"Masters of Horror","year":"2006","character":"Anton","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/masters-of-horror-2006-5","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_150310.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_150310.jpg"},"released":1}
2006
{"id":172512,"title":"Littlest Angel's Easter","year":"2005","character":"Prophet #1","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/littlest-angels-easter-1998","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_172512.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_172512.jpg"},"released":1}
2005
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2004
Earthsea
Earthsea as Doctor Hand
{"id":52512,"title":"Lucky 7","year":"2003","character":"Kyron","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/lucky-7","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_52512.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_52512.jpg"},"released":1}
2003
Lucky 7
Lucky 7 as Kyron
{"id":153602,"title":"Johnson County War","year":"2002","character":"Arthur","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/johnson-county-war","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_153602.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_153602.jpg"},"released":1}
2002
{"id":8093,"title":"The Twilight Zone","year":2002,"character":"Mr. Jennings","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/the-twilight-zone-2002","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/75fn66p27nr0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/75fn66p27nr0.jpg"},"released":1}
The Twilight Zone
The Twilight Zone as Mr. Jennings
{"id":2811,"title":"Sherlock Holmes in the 22nd Century","year":1999,"character":"Chief Inspector Greyson (voice)","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/sherlock-holmes-in-the-22nd-century","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_2811.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_2811.jpg"},"released":1}
1999
Sherlock Holmes in the 22nd Century
Sherlock Holmes in the 22nd Century as Chief Inspector Greyson (voice)
{"id":79571,"title":"The Littlest Angel","year":"1997","character":"Prophet #1","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-littlest-angel-1997","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_79571.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_79571.jpg"},"released":1}
1997
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{"id":606,"title":"Happy Gilmore","year":"1996","character":"Starter #2 - AT&T","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/happy-gilmore","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/2h1ms3jaoang.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/2h1ms3jaoang.jpg"},"released":1}
1996
Happy Gilmore
Happy Gilmore as Starter #2 - AT&T
{"id":93338,"title":"The Sea Wolf","year":"1993","character":"Charles Furuseth","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-sea-wolf-1993","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_93338.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_93338.jpg"},"released":1}
1993
The Sea Wolf
The Sea Wolf as Charles Furuseth
{"id":59616,"title":"Showdown at Williams Creek","year":"1991","character":"","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/showdown-at-williams-creek","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_59616.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_59616.jpg"},"released":1}
1991
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{"id":8524,"title":"Watchers","year":"1988","character":"Motel Clerk","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/watchers","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/3p2p12hhn3q0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/3p2p12hhn3q0.jpg"},"released":1}
1988
Watchers
Watchers as Motel Clerk
{"id":8493,"title":"Airwolf","year":1987,"character":"Pervis","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/airwolf","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_8493.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_8493.jpg"},"released":1}
1987
Airwolf
Airwolf as Pervis
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1984
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1980
Powder Heads
Powder Heads as Phillip Buster