Sam Jaeger
Actor in 'Parenthood' and ' airline'.
Born
January 29th, 1977
48 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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Born on January 29, 1977, an American actor and screenwriter gained prominence through significant television and film roles. Played Joel Graham in the television series 'Parenthood' from 2010 to 2015. Featured in the movie 'Taking Chance' alongside Kevin Bacon, which depicted the journey of a fallen soldier's body from Iraq to his hometown. Worked as a writer and director on various projects, showcasing versatility in the entertainment industry. Also appeared in the series 'Eli Stone' and 'The Mindy Project', contributing to the television landscape.
Played Joel Graham in 'Parenthood'
Directed and wrote projects including 'About Alex'
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