Samantha Allsop is a British-born, Australian-based actor with a remarkable range of performances in film and television. Her versatility has earned her recognition for her starring roles in various projects. One of her most notable roles is as Helena Glory in Alex Proyas' science fiction feature R.U.R., alongside Richard Roxburgh and Anthony LaPaglia. Prior to this, she portrayed Christina Wells in the ABC series Ladies in Black and Rebecca in Paramount's Last King of the Cross. Recently, she appeared in Marvel's Thor: Love and Thunder alongside Russell Crowe and Chris Hemsworth. Her upcoming role is as Charlotte Lawrence in Corey Pearson's horror feature Cry Baby.
Samantha's extensive training has taken her across the globe, where she has studied under renowned actors and coaches. She honed her craft at the prestigious Bristol Old Vic and the National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA). Additionally, she holds a Bachelor's degree in Classical Greek and Roman Languages, Literature, and Philosophy from Durham University in England.
Beyond her acting career, Samantha is a trained singer who has refined her skills at the Operatic academies in the North of England. She has received advanced vocal and piano tuition for over seven years and has also studied the harp.
Samantha is an avid athlete who is qualified in various extreme sports, including solo paragliding, rock climbing, and scuba diving. She has completed numerous triathlons and marathons. As an accomplished international model, she has been featured in leading publications such as Vogue, Elle, Numéro, Women's Health, and Grazia.