Sam Reid

Reid was born in rural New South Wales, Australia, where his father was a cattle farmer. His older brother is Rupert Reid, who is also an actor. He attended Cranbrook School, a private boys school in Sydney. Upon completion of school, Reid briefly lived in New York City before moving to London to study acting. In 2010, he graduated from the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art where he was awarded star student of his graduating class.

It was during his final semester at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art, that he was given the opportunity to audition for a part in Anonymous. Despite not receiving a script prior to his audition, Reid was offered the role of Earl of Essex the next day.

In 2012, Reid was cast in period drama Belle after actor Sam Claflin left the project due to scheduling conflicts.

Reid currently divides his time between London and Los Angeles.

In February 2016, he appeared in Flume's music video for his song Never Be Like You alongside Sophie Lowe.