Sam Lloyd was an American actor and singer best known for his television work and musical performances. Active in the entertainment industry from 1988 until his death in 2020, Lloyd carved a niche for himself through distinctive character roles and musical talent. He was the nephew of actor Christopher Lloyd, widely recognized for his role in the “Back to the Future” film series.
Samuel R. Lloyd IV was born on November 12, 1963, in Weston, Vermont. Raised in a theatrical environment, his parents worked at the Weston Playhouse Theatre Company, which influenced his early interest in performing. Although he initially pursued theater, his interest shifted toward film after experimenting with a Super 8 camera that belonged to his father.
Lloyd attended Syracuse University in New York, where he studied music and theater. While there, he met classmates Paul F. Perry and George Miserlis, with whom he would later form the a cappella group The Blanks. He also participated in another musical venture, The Butties, a Beatles tribute band.
Following his graduation, Lloyd relocated to Los Angeles to pursue a career in acting. He began performing with an improvisational comedy group and made his television debut in 1988 with minor roles on the series “Night Court,” portraying characters such as a waiter and a balloon vendor.
Lloyd’s television career gained momentum in 1990 when he joined the sitcom “City,” playing the character Lance Armstrong—a name that coincidentally matched the professional cyclist, though unrelated. His body of work grew over the years, including appearances in various TV series. According to the Internet Movie Database (IMDb), he amassed 64 acting credits throughout his career.
His most prominent role was as Ted Buckland, the lovable and neurotic lawyer on the hit medical comedy “Scrubs,” a character he portrayed from 2001 to 2009. His portrayal became a fan favorite and significantly contributed to his lasting fame.
Other memorable television roles include Barkley in “Double Rush” (1995), Cousin David in “Mad About You,” Eddie in “3rd Rock from the Sun,” Roy Giddeon in “Battery Park,” Bob Engler in “The West Wing,” and Dr. Albert Goldfine in “Desperate Housewives.”
| Birth Date: | 12 Nov, 1963 |
| Age: | 56 yrs |
| Occupations: | Actor Singer Film actor Television actor |
| Citizenship: | United States of America |
| Birth Place: | Weston |
| Education: | Syracuse University |
| Gender: | Male |
| Description: | American actor |
| Net Worth 2021: | 600 thousand |
