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Sam Richardson

Stand-Up Comedian & Actor Known for "Veep" & "Detroiters" and "The Afterparty" and "Ted Lasso"

Stand-Up Comedian & Actor Known for "Veep" & "Detroiters" and "The Afterparty" and "Ted Lasso"

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Sam Richardson Biography

Sam Richardson is an actor, writer, and comedian. He played Richard Splett in the TV series “Veep” and starred as Sam Duvet in “Detroiters.” Following a move to Los Angeles, he received parts on television including the series finale of “The Office” and a season 4 episode of “Arrested Development.” He has also appeared on episodes of “Drunk History,” “New Girl,” “The Teachers,” and six episodes of “Harder Than It Looks.”

In 2015, Comedy Central ordered a pilot for the series “Detroiters,” created by Richardson and Tim Robinson. The show stars Richardson and Robinson, who also co-wrote and co-executive produce the series with others. Comedy Central then ordered ten episodes of the series, which began shooting in the Detroit area in 2016. The plot was inspired partly by the classic Detroit ads they grew up watching, including the Mel Farr Superstar and Gordy from ABC Warehouse campaigns.

In 2016, Richardson was nominated for the Best Performance in a Variety or Sketch Comedy Program or Series (Individual or Ensemble) award at the Canadian Screen Awards for his work on The Second City Project. He was also nominated for the Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series at the 2015, 2016, and 2017 Screen Actor Guild Awards for his work on “Veep,” winning in 2018. "The Afterparty" and "Ted Lasso.”

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 07/18/2024.

Sam Richardson Videos

  • Sam Richardson on growing up in Detroit & his career
    Sam Richardson sat down with Local 4′s Kimberly Gill to discuss growing up in Detroit, his comedy/acting career, and more.
  • Sam Richardson: It's Not About How We're Different...
    Sam Richardson's multicultural upbringing afforded him a unique perspective on what it means to be black. Want more Off Camera? Watch full...
  • Sam Richardson on Veep, the demise of Detroiters, and the Pistons
    Sam Richardson is probably best known for playing the well-meaning but naïve Richard Splett on Veep, and for co-creating and starring in the...

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    Sam Richardson is a keynote speaker and industry expert whose speaking topics include Acting, Black Heritage, Celebrity, Comedy, Culture, Diversity & Inclusion, Entertainment, Television & Film.
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Sam Richardson is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics . The estimated speaking fee range to book Sam Richardson for your event is $30,000 - $50,000. Sam Richardson generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Tim Meadows, Daymond John, Alfonso Ribeiro, Retta and Anthony Anderson. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Sam Richardson for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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