Steven Ogg Biography

(Actor)

Birthday: November 4, 1973 (Scorpio)

Born In: Calgary, Alberta

Steven Ogg is a Canadian actor cum voice actor popularly known for playing the character of ‘Simon’ in the American post-apocalyptic horror television series ‘The Walking Dead’, developed by Frank Darabont. He is also a very well-known face among the gamers having played the role of ‘Trevor Philips’ in the action-adventure video game ‘Grand Theft Auto V’, developed by ‘Rockstar Games’ in 2013. Interested in acting from a young age, he started attending acting classes as a little boy. His interest shifted to sports during his adolescence and he hoped to become a professional sportsman. However, an injury shattered this dream and he eventually tried his luck in several jobs including acting in different theaters. Finally, he made his debut with the role of a fashion photographer named ‘Andre’ in the 1999 film ‘Giving it Up’. He later appeared in several popular television shows including ‘Law & Order’, ‘Third Watch’, ‘Better Call Saul’, and ‘Westworld’ in special roles. The talented actor won the prestigious ‘New York Videogame Critics Circle Award for Best Overall Acting in a Game’ award for his work in the video game ‘Grand Theft Auto V’.
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Quick Facts

Canadian Celebrities Born In November

Age: 51 Years, 51 Year Old Males

Family:

children: Bodhi Ogg

Actors Voice Actors

Height: 6'3" (190 cm), 6'3" Males

City: Calgary, Canada

  • 1

    Where is Steven Ogg from?

    Steven Ogg is from Calgary, Alberta, Canada.
  • 2

    What is Steven Ogg known for?

    Steven Ogg is best known for his role as Trevor Philips in the video game "Grand Theft Auto V."
  • 3

    Has Steven Ogg appeared in any TV shows?

    Yes, Steven Ogg has appeared in TV shows such as "The Walking Dead" and "Westworld."
  • 4

    What other video games has Steven Ogg lent his voice to?

    Steven Ogg has also provided his voice acting talents to video games like "Red Dead Redemption 2" and "Days Gone."
  • 5

    Is Steven Ogg active on social media?

    Yes, Steven Ogg is active on social media platforms like Instagram and Twitter where he shares updates and interacts with fans.
Career
Steven Ogg wanted to become a sportsperson but an injury ruined his childhood dream. He then concentrated more on his acting skills and worked in various theaters over the years. He moved around a lot, living in cities like Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal, Milan, London, and Paris. When he finally reached New York City, he had very little money and no work permit which led to him contact whoever he knew in order to get into the show business.
After years of struggle, he was finally able to get regular acting roles. Steven Ogg appeared in the television series ‘Law & Order’ as ‘Mark Vee’ , ‘Third Watch’ as ‘Shooter’ (Ep. ‘A Hero's Rest’), ‘Unforgettable’ as ‘Larry Yablonski’ (Ep. ‘Day of the Jackie’), ‘Person of Interest’ as ‘Chuck’ (Ep. ‘Liberty’), ‘Murdoch Mysteries’ as ‘Bat Masterson’ (Ep. ‘Glory Days’), and ‘Better Call Saul’ as ‘Sobchak’ (Ep. ‘Pimento’).
In 2016, he landed his biggest work on television, having signed for the role of ‘Simon’ in the American post-apocalyptic horror television series ‘The Walking Dead’, acting alongside Andrew Lincoln, Jon Bernthal, Sarah Wayne Callies, and Laurie Holden. He later appeared in ‘Westworld’, an American science fiction western thriller television series, playing the character of ‘Rebus’ in four episodes.
He has achieved much success as a voice actor. He voiced the character ‘Trevor Philips’ in ‘Grand Theft Auto V’, the action-adventure video game by ‘Rockstar Games’ in 2013. He was nominated for multiple awards including ‘Spike Video Game Award for Best Voice Actor’, ‘New York Videogame Critics Circle Award for Best Overall Acting in a Game’, and ‘Behind the Voice Actors Award for Best Male Lead Vocal Performance in a Video Game’ for his contribution to the game.
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Personal Life
Steven Ogg was born in Calgary, Alberta, on November 4, 1973. He has a son named Bodhi Ogg, with whom he often posts videos on his social media platforms.
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Facts About Steven Ogg
Steven Ogg, best known for his role as Trevor Philips in Grand Theft Auto V, is actually a talented voice actor and has lent his voice to many other video game characters.
In addition to his acting career, Steven Ogg is also a skilled improviser and has a background in comedy, which he incorporates into his performances.
Despite his tough guy roles on screen, Steven Ogg is known to have a friendly and approachable personality off-screen, often surprising fans with his kindness and sense of humor.
In interviews, Steven Ogg has shared his love for outdoor activities like hiking and camping, showcasing a more laid-back and adventurous side to his personality.
Steven Ogg is multilingual and can speak several languages fluently, adding to his versatility as an actor and making him a valuable asset in the entertainment industry.

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