Gregory Smith
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Early Life and Background
Gregory Edward Smith was born on July 6, 1983, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. He holds dual Canadian-American citizenship. His mother, Terrea Oster, is a U.S.-born teacher, and his father, Maurice Smith, was a British-born film producer known for working on low-budget films during the 1980s, often featuring Terrea. Gregory has two brothers, Andrew and Douglas, and a younger sister named Samantha. His heritage is primarily English and Ashkenazi Jewish.
Quick Facts
- Birth Date
- 6 Jul, 1983
- Age
- 36 yrs
- Citizenship
- United States of America
Canada
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- Birth Place
- Toronto
- Gender
- Male
- Description
- Canadian actor, writer, and director
- Net Worth 2021
- 2 million
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Acting Career
Gregory Smith began his career in entertainment at just 14 months old, appearing in store catalogs and a Tide detergent commercial. He transitioned to acting in children’s films, making notable appearances in movies including Andre (1994) and Harriet the Spy (1996), in which he starred alongside Michelle Trachtenberg.
As a child actor, Smith also appeared in various direct-to-video films such as Leapin' Leprechauns, Spellbreaker: Secret of the Leprechauns, and Shadow Zone: My Teacher Ate My Homework. He continued building his repertoire with roles in The Climb and Krippendorf’s Tribe. One of his most well-known early roles came in 1998 when he portrayed Alan Abernathy in the film Small Soldiers, earning him a Young Artist Award in 1999 for Best Performance in a Feature Film – Leading Young Actor.
As he matured, Smith appeared in independent dramas such as Nearing Grace and maintained a steady acting career. He later gained broader fame through television, most notably for his role as Ephram Brown in the family drama series Everwood. He further solidified his reputation by playing Officer Dov Epstein on the Canadian police drama series Rookie Blue.
Directing and Other Ventures
In addition to acting, Gregory Smith has also directed episodes of various television series, showcasing versatility in his career by stepping behind the camera. His directing credits include work on Rookie Blue, Arrow, and The Flash, establishing him as a credible director in the television industry.
