Sam Nejad
- Actor
Sam Nejad is an award-winning Iranian American actor, born in Carlsbad, California and based in Los Angeles. Known for his emotionally rich and grounded performances, Sam broke out in 2024 with his lead role as Brett in My Eyes Only, where he played a charming yet troubled high school drug dealer. The role showcased his unique ability to blend intensity with vulnerability, quickly capturing the attention of both audiences and industry professionals.
He went on to win Best Actor for his gripping performance as Detective Reyes in Hidden Lives, a psychological thriller that solidified his reputation for playing layered, morally complex characters. Sam has since starred as the romantic lead in the viral hit The Billionaire's Accidental Bride, and continued to headline dramatic roles in Queen Never Cry and Secret Heiress, both part of the explosive new wave of vertical storytelling.
A USC alum and Meisner-trained performer, Sam brings a magnetic screen presence and a deep commitment to storytelling in every role he takes on. With multiple leads already under his belt and a growing international fanbase, Sam is one of the most exciting rising actors in independent and streaming cinema today.
He went on to win Best Actor for his gripping performance as Detective Reyes in Hidden Lives, a psychological thriller that solidified his reputation for playing layered, morally complex characters. Sam has since starred as the romantic lead in the viral hit The Billionaire's Accidental Bride, and continued to headline dramatic roles in Queen Never Cry and Secret Heiress, both part of the explosive new wave of vertical storytelling.
A USC alum and Meisner-trained performer, Sam brings a magnetic screen presence and a deep commitment to storytelling in every role he takes on. With multiple leads already under his belt and a growing international fanbase, Sam is one of the most exciting rising actors in independent and streaming cinema today.
