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<p>Sullivan Stapleton is an Australian <a href="/biography/sullivan-stapleton">actor</a> best known for his prominent roles in television series such as <em>Strike Back</em> and <em>Blindspot</em>, and in films including <em>Kill Me Three Times</em> and <em>300: Rise of an Empire</em>. He is currently starring in the NBC crime drama <em>Blindspot</em>.</p>

<h2>Early Life and Family</h2>

<p>Born in Melbourne, Australia, Sullivan Stapleton was introduced to acting at a young age. His <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jacinta_Stapleton">sister</a>, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jacinta_Stapleton">Jacinta Stapleton</a>, is also a well-known Australian <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jacinta_Stapleton">actress</a>. At the age of six, Sullivan and <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jacinta_Stapleton">Jacinta</a> enrolled in an acting agency—a decision initiated by their aunt, who registered her own children and brought the Stapleton siblings along. He also has a younger brother, Joshua Stapleton, who began in acting but later pursued a passion for dance and musical theatre.</p>

<h2>Education and Training</h2>

<p>Stapleton studied drama and theatre in Victoria, Australia, and trained at St. Martin’s Youth Theatre. His early exposure to performance arts laid the foundation for a multifaceted career in entertainment. During the filming of <em>Strike Back</em> in Thailand, he suffered a significant setback when he fell from a motorized rickshaw and sustained a serious head injury, placing him in a coma. The production was paused for six months to allow him time to recover and regain the physical condition required for the role's demanding action sequences.</p>

<h2>Physical Presence and Public Image</h2>

<p>Standing out for his athletic physique, Sullivan has been compared to <a href="/biography/hugh-jackman">Hugh Jackman</a> in terms of physical presence and screen appeal. Fans often express interest in his fitness routines, contributing to his status as a physical icon in action roles. His dedication to preparing both mentally and physically for demanding roles is a defining aspect of his career.</p>

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<h2>Personal Life and Relationships</h2>

<p>Over the years, Stapleton’s relationships have attracted public attention. He was once engaged to his <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jo_Beth_Taylor">friend</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jo_Beth_Taylor">Jo Beth Taylor</a>. During the filming of <em>300: Rise of an Empire</em>, he began dating French <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eva_Green">actress</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eva_Green">Eva Green</a>, leading to the cancellation of his engagement. Later, he was briefly linked to his co-star Sofia in a rumored relationship. As of recent reports, he has been speculated to be dating <em>Blindspot</em> <a href="/biography/jaimie-alexander">co-star</a> <a href="/biography/jaimie-alexander">Jaimie Alexander</a>. The pair have been seen together publicly on multiple occasions, though neither has officially confirmed the relationship.</p>

<h2>Career Beginnings</h2>

<p>Sullivan’s acting journey began in childhood after receiving his actor’s union card at the age of nine. By eleven, he was appearing in commercials and made his television debut in the 1994 telemovie <em>Baby Bath Massacre</em>. Encouragement from a director during an early short film experience motivated him to pursue acting seriously. Prior to achieving mainstream success, he worked a variety of jobs including model, camera assistant, animal enclosure cleaner, and assistant carpenter.</p>

<h2>Breakthrough Roles and Recognition</h2>

<p>In 1998, he was cast as Josh Hughes in the long-running soap opera <em>Neighbours</em>, gaining visibility among Australian audiences. Subsequent roles in Australian television helped solidify his status in the national entertainment industry. His performance in the film <em>Animal Kingdom</em> was widely acclaimed; the film was nominated for an Academy Award and premiered at the 2010 Sundance Film Festival, marking an international breakthrough in his career.</p>

<h2>International Career and Blindspot</h2>

<p>Following the success of <em>Animal Kingdom</em>, Stapleton’s career expanded globally. He received critical praise for his performance in <em>Cut Snake</em>, earning several award nominations in 2014. He later starred in the action-thriller <em>300: Rise of an Empire</em> and is featured in the anticipated thriller <em>The Lake</em>, slated for release in 2017. Currently, he portrays FBI agent Kurt Weller in NBC’s <em>Blindspot</em>, a role that continues to receive positive reception and showcases his strength in action-based storytelling.</p>

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