Is Sam Elliott and Katharine Ross still Married? Young Actor, Age, Wife, Net Worth

- Sam Elliott was born in Sacramento, California in 1944
- He pursued an acting career after a successful musical performance in college
- He rose to prominence in the 1970s and 1980s with roles in westerns and dramas
- He gained success in the 1990s with roles in "The Big Lebowski" and "We Were Soldiers"
- He is currently worth $10 million and has been married to Katherine Ross since 1984.

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Net Worth$16 MillionDate Of BirthAugust 9, 1944SpouseKatharine RossMarkDeep commanding voiceFactAfter portraying General Ross in (2003) he wanted to reprise the role in the reboot (2008), but the part was given to .

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Born as Samuel Pack Elliott on the 9th August 1944 in Sacramento, California USA, he is an actor, best known to the world as Wade Garrett in the film “Roadhouse”, and he also gained recognition as Sgt. Maj. Basil Plumley in the war drama “We Were Soldiers”, among many other roles he has secured during his career that has been active for more than 50 years.

Early Life and Education

Sam spent his early life in his hometown of Sacramento, and then in his teen years moved to Portland, Oregon with his parents. He was educated at David Douglas High School and later enrolled at Clark College in Vancouver, Washington. While he was there he undertook an acting course that lasted two years and it was during this time that he was cast as the lead in the musical “Guys and Dolls”. When the reviews came out, Sam rose to stardom and it was suggested to him that he pursue acting as a professional career. Upon seeing the reviews, Sam responded with a comment that he would go to Hollywood, and become a star. Well, that is exactly what he did.

Career Beginnings

Due to his looks and voice, Sam presented the profile of a rancher, farmer or a cowboy, which made him rather suitable for roles in western films. He made his acting debut in 1969 in the TV series “Judd for the Defense”, and continued with minor roles paving his way in the acting world, and in 1970 he was given the role of Doug Robert in the TV series “Mission Impossible”. This particular role made him popular among producers and directors, which resulted in the lead role in the film “Frogs” in 1972, and the same year he also starred in the Golden Globe Award-winning western film “Molly and Lawless John”.

Rise to Prominence

Throughout the ‘70s Sam enjoyed success with roles in such films as the Golden Globe- awarded “The Blue Knight”, then “I Will Fight No More”, and “The Legacy”, during which he started dating his future wife, actress Katherine Ross. The two acted together again in the drama film “Murder in Texas” in 1982, while from 1983 to 1984 he portrayed Chance McKenzie in the TV series “The Yellow Rose”. He came to prominence with the role of Gar in the drama film “Mask”, with Cher and Eric Stoltz as his co-stars, which added a considerable amount to his net worth as the film earned more than $40 million from just $8 million invested. After that, Sam starred in several films such as “The Blue Lightning” (1986), “Houston: The Legend of Texas” the same year, while in 1989 he portrayed Wade Garrett in the critically acclaimed action thriller film “Road House”, starring next to Patrick Swayze and Kelly Lynch.

Writing Debut

Sam started the ‘90s by taking up writing and producing; he teamed up with Katharine Ross and Jeffrey Meyer to write a screenplay based on the book by Louis L’Amour, and the result was the film “Conagher” in which Sam also starred, and earned a Golden Globe Award- nomination for Best Performance by an Actor in a Miniseries or Motion Picture Made for Television.

Success in the ‘90s

Nothing could stop Sam on his way to becoming a popular actors, and he was cast in a number of successful projects, including the TV mini-series “Buffalo Girls” (1995), then the award-winning “The Big Lebowski”, starring Jeff Bridges, John Goodman and Julianne Moore. He finished the decade with the lead role in the western “You Know My Name”.

The 2000s

Sam had been active as an actor for more than 30 years, with several awards and nominations attached to his name, and could only hope for the next big thing in his career. Well, it happened quite soon; in 2002 he was chosen for the part of Sgt. Maj. Basil Plumley in the war drama “We Were Soldiers” – directed by Randall Wallace, the film starred Mel Gibson, Madeleine Stowe and Greg Kinnear in the lead roles, and grossed over $110 million, which helped increase Sam’s net worth.

Three years later, Sam featured in the comedy-drama film “Thank You for Smoking”, but waited four years for the next successful project; he was selected for the part of Maynard Finch in the multiple Academy Award-nominated romantic drama “Up in the Air”, starring George Clooney, Vera Farmiga and Anna Kendrick. Most recently, Sam started portraying Beau Bennett in the TV western series “The Ranch” (2016-20178), starring next to Ashton Kutcher and Debra Winger. Also, he was Lee Hayden in the romantic drama film “The Hero” in 2017. Sam, when asked about retirement, said he is not going anywhere from the acting scene, and is currently working on several projects, including the musical drama “A Star Is Born”, co-starring next to Bradley Cooper and Lady Gaga, scheduled for release late in 2018.

If you are feeling envy, it is completely normal.

— Sam Elliott (@Tombstone_Coors)

Famed Voice Actor

In addition to his screen roles, Sam is also famed for his voice-overs – his intimidating baritone voice brought him roles in such animated series and films as “Barnyard” (2006), then “Robot Chicken” in 2012, for which he was nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award in the category for Outstanding Voice-Over Performance, “The Good Dinosaur” (2015), and “Rock Dog” in 2016.

Do You Know How Rich Sam Elliott is?

An extremely successful career that has lasted over 50 years would certainly contribute to Sam’s net worth. Let’s see exactly how much; according to sources, Elliott’s net worth is as high as $10 million. Some of the most commercially successful films in which he has appeared include “We Were Soldiers”, “Mask”, and “Ghost Rider”, among many others.

Relationships and Family Life

Sam has been married to Katharine Ross since 1984; the couple has one child together, Cleo Rose Elliott who is a musician.

Remaining true to his western characters, Sam bought a ranch near Malibu, California, where he now resides with his wife.

General Info

Full NameSam ElliottNet Worth$16 MillionDate Of BirthAugust 9, 1944Height1.88 mProfessionFilm producer, Voice ActorEducationClark College, David Douglas High SchoolNationalityAmerican

Family

SpouseKatharine RossChildrenCleo Cole Elliott

Accomplishments

AwardsCritics' Choice Television Award for Best Guest Performer in a Drama Series, BFCA Critics' Choice Alan J. Pakula AwardNominationsCritics' Choice Movie Award for Best Acting Ensemble, Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Limited Series or a Movie, Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actor in a Series, Miniseries, or Motion Picture Made for Television, Golden Globe Award for Best Performance by an Actor...MoviesRoad House, Tombstone, The Big Lebowski, Mask, Northern Lights, Ghost Rider, Hulk, Lifeguard, The Quick and the Dead, The Good Dinosaur, We Were Soldiers, Conagher, Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, I'll See You in My Dreams, The Shadow Riders, Prancer, Grandma, The Sacketts, The Legacy, Up in the...TV ShowsThe Yellow Rose, Hawkins, Mission: Impossible, The Ranch, Aspen

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Marks

#Marks / Signs1His hairy chest, frequently displayed in his movie and TV appearances until he was in his early 50s.2Grey hair and thick mustache3Often plays guides or mentors to lead characters4Frequently plays cowboys5Deep commanding voice

Quotes

#Quote1The Catholic church happened to (2007), as far as I'm concerned. It did incredible at the box office. Incredible. It took $85m in the States. The Catholic church... lambasted them, and I think it scared New Line off.2[on his (2009) co-star ] I've never known anybody that can get away with the shit that Hugh Grant gets away with. And he gets away with it because he's so damn charming. He gets away with everything. I couldn't get away with the stuff he gets away with -- I mean I wouldn't even try! Hugh Grant is the main man. He's the number one romantic comedy man in the world.3I'm picky, very picky. I wanted to be an actor since I was nine years old and I figured that was only one way to ever have any longevity and that's to be careful about what kind of work you do. You can work for money, do a lot of whatever comes your way and not have any kind of a yardstick to measure quality by, and people, you know you'll make a lot of money if you're lucky, and people will get fed up and sick of seeing you and that's it onto the next one. - On his career choices.4I was really happy that won the Best Director award, I got to know him very well on (2003). But I'm not the (2005) crowd, what can I tell ya. I'm more of a purist. But at the same time, it's a new day.5I think I might have been a more interesting actor, had more of a career earlier on, if I had more formal preparation. When I see something ten years later that I was in I think, "Boy, would I love to do that over."6I've spent my entire career on horseback or on a motorcycle. It boxes you in, the way people perceive you. I read a lot of scripts. Most of 'em go to other actors.7in the December 1976 issue of "Playgirl"] I don't want to be known as a sex symbol. There's a great stigma that goes with that tag. I want to be a Sam Elliott.

Facts

#Fact1Samuel Pack Elliott was born in Sacramento, California, to Glynn Mamie (Sparks), a physical training instructor, and Henry Nelson Elliott, who worked for the Department of the Interior. His parents were both born in Texas. Sam is mainly of English, with some Scottish, descent.2Inducted into the International Mustache Hall of Fame in 2015 (inaugural class) in the category Film & Television.3Had three films that premiered at the 2015 Sundance Film Festival: (2015), (2015), and (2015).4Shares birthday with "Smokey Bear," and Sam Elliott has been the voice of "Smokey Bear" since 2008.5In (1998), his strange cowboy character admonishes The Dude (played by ) for using "cusswords." When recalling anecdotes for the book "I'm a Lebowski, You're a Lebowski: Life, The Big Lebowski, and What Have You" from that film, Elliott used by far the most profanities of any cast member.6To date, he is the first (and only) actor to be nominated for an Emmy for guest-performing on (2005).7Fifth husband of .8Used his own Winchester 1894 rifle in (2005).9After portraying General Ross in (2003) he wanted to reprise the role in the reboot (2008), but the part was given to .10Had not read any of the 'His Dark Materials' books before he was asked to take the role as Lee Scoresby in (2007). He chose to first read the books by , then read the film's script.11His character in (2003), Gen. Ross, wore a combat patch for the 1st Cavalry Division. In (2002), he played Sgt. Maj. Plumley of the 7th Cavalry Regiment, part of the 1st Cav Div.12For his role on (1993), he worked with renowned Hollywood gun coach , who has also trained such actors as , , , , , and .13He is an alumnus of Clark College in Vancouver, Washington.14Illness forced him to drop out of the 1982 TV movie (1982). He was replaced by .159/17/84: Daughter with , Cleo Rose Elliott, born.16In his book "Shirtless! The Hollywood Male Physique," Donald Reuter refers to Elliott as a "super bod" and gives him a full-page color photograph from his 1976 movie (1976).17His bare-buns scene in (1978) earned the highest rating (3 stars) from "The Bare Facts" -- a printed guide to nudity in movies.181976: Listed as one of 12 "Promising New Actors of 1976" in John Willis's Screen World, Vol. 28.

Pictures

Movies

Actor

TitleYearStatusCharacterA Star Is Born2018filmingBobbyThe Gettysburg Address2017Documentary post-productionWard Hill Lamon (voice)The Ranch2016-2017TV SeriesBeau BennettRed Carpet Report2017TV Series shortHimelfThe Hero2017Lee HaydenRock Dog2016Fleetwood Yak (voice)Grace and Frankie2016TV SeriesPhilAmerican Dad!2016TV SeriesBig John TannerLimbo2016/IIIShortThe Dog (voice)The Good Dinosaur2015Butch (voice)Axe Cop2015TV SeriesAxe Cop's DadJustified2015TV SeriesAvery MarkhamParks and Recreation2013-2015TV SeriesRon DunnGrandma2015KarlI'll See You in My Dreams2015BillDigging for Fire2015Pop PopDraft Day2014/ICoach MooreRobot Chicken2012TV SeriesWhite Wine Narrator / Commander Waspax / ReporterThe Company You Keep2012Mac McleodNovember Christmas2010TV MovieJess SanfordThe Big Bang2010Simon KestralMarmaduke2010Chupadogra (voice)Did You Hear About the Morgans?2009Clay WheelerUp in the Air2009/IMaynard FinchThe Golden Compass2007Lee ScoresbyGhost Rider2007CaretakerBarnyard2006Ben the Cow (voice)Avenger2006TV MovieCalvin DexterLies & Alibis2006The MormonThank You for Smoking2005Lorne LutchHulk2003RossOff the Map2003CharleyWe Were Soldiers2002Sgt. Maj. Basil PlumleyPretty When You Cry2001Detective Lukas BlackThe Contender2000Kermit NewmanFail Safe2000TV MovieCongressman RaskobYou Know My Name1999TV MovieBill TilghmanTexarkana1998TV MovieThe Hi-Lo Country1998Jim Ed LoveThe Big Lebowski1998The StrangerDog Watch1997VideoCharlie FalonRough Riders1997TV SeriesCapt. Bucky O'NeilThe Final Cut1996John PierceWoman Undone1996TV MovieRoss BishopBlue River1995TV MovieHenry HowlandThe Ranger, the Cook and a Hole in the Sky1995TV MovieBill BellBuffalo Girls1995TV Mini-SeriesWild Bill HickokThe Desperate Trail1994VideoMarshall Bill SpeakesTombstone1993Virgil EarpFugitive Nights: Danger in the Desert1993TV MovieLyn CutterGettysburg1993Brig. Gen. John BufordRush1991DoddConagher1991TV MovieConn ConagherSibling Rivalry1990Charles Turner Jr.Prancer1989John RiggsRoad House1989Wade GarrettShakedown1988Richie MarksFatal Beauty1987Mike MarshakThe Quick and the Dead1987TV MovieCon VallianHouston: The Legend of Texas1986TV MovieSam HoustonThe Blue Lightning1986TV MovieHarry WingateA Death in California1985TV Mini-SeriesD. Jordan WilliamsMask1985GarThe Yellow Rose1983-1984TV SeriesChance McKenzieTravis McGee1983TV MovieTravis McGeeThe Shadow Riders1982TV MovieDal TravenMurder in Texas1981TV MovieDr. John HillWild Times1980TV Mini-SeriesHugh CardiffThe Sacketts1979TV SeriesTell SackettThe Legacy1978Pete DannerAspen1977TV Mini-SeriesTom KeatingOnce an Eagle1976-1977TV Mini-SeriesSam DamonLifeguard1976/IRickPolice Woman1975TV SeriesMichael GregoryI Will Fight No More Forever1975TV MovieCaptain WoodHawaii Five-O1974TV SeriesJack HoustonThe Manhunter1974TV SeriesWill GantryEvel Knievel1974TV MovieEvel KnievelDoc Elliot1974TV SeriesLee BarrowsThe Streets of San Francisco1974TV SeriesKen JohnsonThe Blue Knight1973TV MovieDetective Charlie BronskiHawkins1973TV SeriesLuther WilkesMannix1973TV SeriesBill SaundersMolly and Lawless John1972Johnny LawlerMod Squad1972TV SeriesRick PriceGunsmoke1972TV SeriesCory SoamesFrogs1972Pickett SmithMission: Impossible1970-1971TV SeriesDoug RobertAssault on the Wayne1971TV MovieEnsign William 'Bill' SandoverThe Games1970Richie RobinsonThe Challenge1970TV MovieBryantBracken's World1970TV SeriesTodd SkinnerLancer1969-1970TV SeriesCowboy / Canopus McKillen / RensloThe F.B.I.1969TV SeriesSAC Kendall LisbonLand of the Giants1969TV SeriesMartin ReedButch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid1969Card Player #2The Felony Squad1968-1969TV SeriesMarine Leader / Station Attendant / JackJudd for the Defense1969TV SeriesDan Kenyon

Producer

TitleYearStatusCharacterThe Ranch2017TV Series producer - 1 episodeYou Know My Name1999TV Movie executive producerConagher1991TV Movie producerHouston: The Legend of Texas1986TV Movie associate producer - uncredited

Writer

TitleYearStatusCharacterConagher1991TV Movie teleplay

Soundtrack

TitleYearStatusCharacterBarnyard2006performer: "I Won't Back Down"

Thanks

TitleYearStatusCharacterRed Wing2013special thanksI'm King Kong!: The Exploits of Merian C. Cooper2005Documentary grateful thanks

Self

TitleYearStatusCharacterOk! TV2017TV SeriesHimselfToday2015-2017TV SeriesHimself / Himself - GuestThe Talk2017TV SeriesHimselfYoung Hollywood2016TV SeriesHimselfThe 17th Annual WIN Awards2016TV MovieHimself - PresenterMade in Hollywood2015TV SeriesHimselfThe 5th Annual Critics' Choice Television Awards2015TV SpecialHimselfHome & Family2015TV SeriesHimselfMilius2013DocumentaryHimselfCowboys and Cosmopolitans: The Stars of 'Did You Hear About the Morgans'2010Video documentaryHimselfLocation, Location, Location: The Making of 'Did You Hear About the Morgans'2010Video documentary shortHimselfFor Love of Liberty: The Story of America's Black Patriots2010TV Movie documentary voiceProduction Design: The Emotional Fabric of a Parallel World2008Video documentary shortHimselfThe Golden Compass: Costumes2008Video documentary shortHimselfThe Golden Compass: Locations2008Video documentary shortHimselfThe Golden Compass: Meet the Cast2008Video documentary shortHimselfThe Launch: Releasing the Film 'The Golden Compass'2008Video shortHimselfJimmy Kimmel Live!2008TV SeriesHimself - GuestThe View2007TV SeriesHimself - GuestHBO First Look2007TV Series documentary shortHimselfBlazing Trails: The Making of 'Ghost Rider'2007Video documentary shortHimselfSpirit of Vengeance: The Making of 'Ghost Rider'2007Video documentaryHimselfUtter Talent: Voices of Barnyard2006Video documentary shortThe Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson2005-2006TV SeriesHimself - GuestAnatomy of a Scene2004TV Series documentaryHimselfHulk: The Lowdown2003TV Movie documentaryCo-hostHulk Cam: Inside the Rage2003Video documentary shortHimselfThe Making of 'Tombstone'2002Video documentary shortHimself / Virgil EarpFilming 'Rush'2002Video documentary shortHimselfWe Were Soldiers: Getting It Right2002Video documentary shortHimself / Sgt. Maj. Basil PlumleyDobe and a Company of Heroes2002TV MovieHimselfThe Contender: The Making of a Political Thriller2001Video documentary shortHimselfBig Guns Talk: The Story of the Western1997TV Movie documentaryHimselfThe 53rd Annual Golden Globe Awards1996TV SpecialHimself - NomineeThe 47th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards1995TV SpecialHimself - NomineeThe Way West1995TV Movie documentaryVoiceThe Making of 'Gettysburg'1993Video documentaryHimself / Brig. Gen. John Buford, FederaRoadhog: An MTV News Special Report1993TV Movie documentaryHimself - NarratorThe 49th Annual Golden Globe Awards1992TV SpecialHimself - Nominee: Best Actor in a Mini-Series or Motion Picture Made for TVOne on One with John Tesh1992TV SeriesHimself - GuestThe 47th Annual Golden Globe Awards1990TV SpecialHimself - HostThe Arsenio Hall Show1989TV SeriesHimself - GuestCBS This Morning1989TV SeriesHimselfThe World's Greatest Stunts: A Tribute to Hollywood Stuntmen1988TV Movie documentaryHimselfBreakaway1983TV SeriesHimselfThe Mike Douglas Show1977TV SeriesHimself - Co-Host

Archive Footage

TitleYearStatusCharacterOnce in a Lew Moon2015DocumentaryHimselfCher: The Farewell Tour2003TV Movie documentaryGarIntimate Portrait2002TV Series documentaryHimselfGomorron1998TV SeriesHimselfJoe Bob's Drive-In Theater1995TV SeriesVirgil Earp

Awards

Won Awards

YearAwardCeremonyNominationMovie2015Critics' Choice TV AwardCritics Choice Television AwardsBest Guest Performer in a Drama SeriesJustified (2010)2001Alan J. Pakula AwardBroadcast Film Critics Association AwardsThe Contender (2000)2000Bronze WranglerWestern Heritage AwardsTelevision Feature FilmYou Know My Name (1999)1999Bronze WranglerWestern Heritage AwardsTheatrical Motion PictureThe Hi-Lo Country (1998)1992Bronze WranglerWestern Heritage AwardsTelevision Feature FilmConagher (1991)1990Golden BootGolden Boot Awards1987Bronze WranglerWestern Heritage AwardsFactual Television ProgramHouston: The Legend of Texas (1986)1976Bronze WranglerWestern Heritage AwardsFactual Television ProgramI Will Fight No More Forever (1975)

Nominated Awards

YearAwardCeremonyNominationMovie2015CFCA AwardChicago Film Critics Association AwardsBest Supporting ActorGrandma (2015)2013Primetime EmmyPrimetime Emmy AwardsOutstanding Voice-Over PerformanceRobot Chicken (2005)2009WAFCA AwardWashington DC Area Film Critics Association AwardsBest EnsembleUp in the Air (2009)1996Golden GlobeGolden Globes, USABest Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in a Series, Miniseries or Motion Picture Made for TelevisionBuffalo Girls (1995)1995Primetime EmmyPrimetime Emmy AwardsOutstanding Supporting Actor in a Miniseries or a SpecialBuffalo Girls (1995)1992Golden GlobeGolden Globes, USABest Performance by an Actor in a Miniseries or Motion Picture Made for TelevisionConagher (1991)

2nd Place Awards

YearAwardCeremonyNominationMovie2010COFCA AwardCentral Ohio Film Critics AssociationBest EnsembleUp in the Air (2009)

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