Kendrick Sampson's wife, parents, siblings, what is his ethnicity?

Kendrick Sampson's wife, parents, siblings, what is his ethnicity?

Kendrick Sampson is a renowned actor, activist and television personality from the United States of America. He is widely recognised for his prominent roles in Insecure (2016), How to Get Away with Murder (2014), The Vampire Diaries (2009) and The Flash. His image has sparked an interest in his personal life, with fans wondering whether he’s married or in a relationship. Who is Kendrick Sampson's wife?

Kendrick Sampson at AMC Century City 15 in Century City, California (L). Actor Kendrick at Chateau Marmont in Los Angeles, California (R).
Kendrick Sampson at AMC Century City 15 in Century City, California (L). Actor Kendrick at Chateau Marmont in Los Angeles, California (R). Photo: Leon Bennett, Windle (modified by author)
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Kendrick Sampson has been in the entertainment industry since 2005. Some of his notable works include the Golden Globe-nominated crime drama How to Get Away with Murder and The Vampire Diaries. In addition to his on-screen work, Kendrick co-founded BLD PWR for new development, empowerment and change within marginalised groups and American society.

Profile summary

Full nameKendrick Sampson
GenderFemale
Date of birth8 March 1988
Age36 years old (as of 2024)
Zodiac signPisces
Place of birthHouston, Texas, United States
Current residence Los Angeles, California, United States
NationalityAmerican
Ethnicity Mixed
ReligionChristianity
Sexuality Straight
Height in inches6’
Height in centimetres183
Weight in pounds163
Weight in kilograms74
Hair colourBlack
Eye colourDark brown
FatherHoyle Sampson Sr.
Mother Daphne Smith Sampson
Relationship statusSingle
SchoolElkins High School
ProfessionActor, activist
Instagram@kendrick38

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Who is Kendrick Sampson’s wife?

The Vampire Diaries star has no wife; he has never been married. He is also not in any romantic relationship with anyone at the moment. He mostly keeps his romantic life private.

The actor has, however, been linked with a few celebrities. He was previously linked to Fifth Harmony’s Normani Kordei after they were spotted together at Variety‘s Power of Young Hollywood party in 2017.

He was also briefly linked with supermodel Naomi Campbell when they were photographed together in 2018 at Burberry’s Christmas party.

Naomi and Kendrik's dating rumours intensified after they appeared together on the March 2019 cover of British Vogue. In a 2015 interview with Glamour, the actor confirmed that he was single and listed some qualities he finds attractive in a woman. He said;

I am single and probably will be for a while. I love a woman who is passionate about something bigger than herself, whatever that is. Humor is a must because I laugh at everything. I'd love a woman who pursues peace, loves kids, isn't afraid of conflict, and effectively communicates. Someone who loves God and loves great food. That's my life. Oh, and has to be able to cook at least as well as me!

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What is Kendrick Sampson’s age?

The popular television personality is 36 years old as of 2024. He was born on 8 March 1988. His zodiac sign is Pisces.

Kendrick was born and raised in Houston, Texas, United States, but currently resides in Los Angeles, California, United States. He is an American national of African-American heritage. Kendrick Sampson’s parents are Daphne Smith Sampson and Hoyle Sampson Sr.

Facts about Kendrick Sampson.
Top-5 facts about Kendrick Sampson. Photo: Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty Images (modified by author)
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Career

Sampson has been passionate about acting since age 10 and began performing in theatre productions while in high school. He made his acting debut in the 2005 drama film Resurrection: The J.R. Richard Story as Lamar.

His big break came in 2013 after he was featured in five episodes of The CW series The Vampire Diaries. He later achieved widespread recognition for his roles in How To Get Away with Murder, The Flash and Insecure. According to his IMDb profile, below is a list of his movies and TV shows.

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YearTV shows/moviesRoles
2023I'm a VirgoEdwin Garrison
2022Something from Tiffany'sEthan Greene
2018–2021 Insecure Nathan Campbell
2021Us: Is, Was, AreWilliam
2020How to Make Love to a Black WomanEdwin
2020BookmarksN/A
2020Fashionably Yours Rob
2020 Miss JuneteenthRonnie
2019Ghosting: The Spirit of ChristmasBen
2017The FlashDominic Lanse
2017 Relationship StatusNate
2017 White FamousRobbie MacDonald
2016–2017Supernatural Max Banes
2017RosewoodNathan Turner
2015–2016How to Get Away with MurderCaleb Hapstall
2016RougarouHenri
2015KingmakersPete Greer
2014GracepointDean Iverson
2014Electric SlideTicket Taker
2013 The Vampire DiariesJesse
2012The SidelinesFred Billings
2011Days of Our LivesJay Jordan
2011This Boy's DreamAnnouncer
2010CSI: Crime Scene InvestigationDerrick Gold
2008Greek Woodchuck
2005Resurrection: The J.R. Richard StoryLamar

Kendrick is also a popular activist. He uses his voice to empower marginalised communities and to shine a light on issues of inequity. His activism is focused on the intersection of gender, immigration, economic, educational, environmental and racial justice movements.

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He proudly supports the Standing Rock and Black Lives Matter movements, progressive political campaigns, and social justice education. Alongside Tia Oso and Mike de la Rocha, he co-founded the BLD PWR initiative to increase action and civic engagement, primarily focusing on uplifting and protecting the most vulnerable by undoing systemic oppression and combating state violence.

Kendrick strives to build a community of freedom fighters in the entertainment industry — liberation-motivated artists, storytellers, athletes, and musicians. In an interview with Teen Vogue, Kendrick Sampson talked about his activism-focused organisation.

Kendrick Sampsonat Milk Studios Los Angeles in Los Angeles, California.
Kendrick Sampson speaks onstage during EBONY Power 100 at Milk Studios Los Angeles on 29 October 2022 in Los Angeles, California. Photo: Leon Bennett
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What is Kendrick Sampson’s height?

The American actor stands at 6 feet or 183 centimetres tall. He weighs approximately 163 pounds or 74 kilograms.

Fast facts about Kendrick Sampson

  1. Where is Kendrick Sampson from? He was born in Houston, Texas, United States.
  2. How did Kendrick Sampson get famous? He is best known for his roles in The Vampire Diaries, Gracepoint, How to Get Away with Murder, and The Flash.
  3. How old is Kendrick Sampson? He is 36 years old as of 2024, having been born on 8 March 1988.
  4. What is Kendrick Sampson's ethnicity? He is of African-American heritage.
  5. Who are Kendrick Sampson’s parents? His parents are Daphne Smith Sampson and Hoyle Sampson Sr.
  6. Does Kendrick Sampson have siblings? No, the actor does not have any siblings.
  7. Does Kendrick Sampson have a daughter? The actor does not have a daughter or any children.
  8. How are Kendrick Sampson and Hayley Kiyoko? The two have once worked together. In November 2014, Sampson appeared in the music video for Hayley Kiyoko's song This Side of Paradise.

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Kendrick Sampson is an American actor, activist and television. He is best known for his He is widely recognised for his roles in Insecure (2016), The Vampire Diaries (2009) and The Flash. Who is Kendrick Sampson's wife? The actor is not married and has never married. He is seemingly single as of 2024.

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