Sam Richardson

Acting 31 titles 1984-01-12 Detroit, Michigan, USA

Sam Richardson, born on January 12, 1984, is a talented American actor and comedian renowned for his engaging performances in television. He gained widespread acclaim for his role as Richard Splett in the HBO political satire series *Veep*, which aired from 2012 to 2019. Additionally, he co-created and starred alongside Tim Robinson in the Comedy Central series *Detroiters*, which ran from 2017 to 2018. Richardson has showcased his versatility through various characters in the Netflix sketch show *I Think You Should Leave with Tim Robinson*, which premiered in 2019 and continues to delight audiences.

In recent years, he has taken on significant roles, including Aniq Adjaye in the Apple TV+ series *The Afterparty* (2022–23) and the character Norville Rogers in the Max animated series *Velma* (2023–24). His work in *Ted Lasso* as Edwin Akufo has also garnered him critical recognition, earning him nominations for the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Guest Actor in a Comedy Series in both 2022 and 2023. Richardson's comedic talent was recognized when he won the Emmy in 2023 for his memorable performance in the hit series. With a unique blend of humor and charisma, Sam Richardson continues to make a significant impact in the world of entertainment.