Shamier Anderson (born May 6, 1991) is a Canadian actor. He is known for playing U.S. Deputy Marshal Xavier Dolls on the television series Wynonna Earp and Invasion.
Shamier Anderson | |
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 Anderson at the Wynonna Earp discussion at Camp Conival in San Diego in July 2016 | |
| Born | May 6, 1991 |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 2009–present |
Background
Anderson is the older brother of actor Stephan James.[1] He graduated from Wexford Collegiate School for the Arts as an Ontario Scholar[2] then went on to study criminology and trained with weapons prior to breaking into acting.[3] He has training in martial arts Wing Chun Kung Fu.[4] Anderson's parents are from Spanish Town, Jamaica.[citation needed]
He started his film career in 2010.[4]
He currently resides in Los Angeles.[4]
Nonprofit work
Anderson and his brother, fellow actor Stephan James, founded a non-profit called B.L.A.C.K. Canada (Building a Legacy in Acting, Cinema + Knowledge) in 2016. In December 2020, they announced an extension of the organization called The Black Academy, which showcases Black talent across Canada in the arts, culture, entertainment, and sports. Anderson explained, "The impetus of The Black Academy stems from our long-lasting commitment, deep ties to our community, and an awareness of the lack of opportunities to celebrate and elevate Black talent in Canada." The organization's vision includes building a coalition of supporters who can provide funding, mentorship, programming, and awards to support Black excellence in Canada.[5] More recently, he and Stephan James has struck a deal with Boat Rocker.[6]
Filmography
Film
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Nostrum | R.I.P. | |
| 2012 | The Barrens | Dave | |
| 2015 | Bravetown | Brandon | |
| 2015 | Across the Line | Carter Slaughter | [7] |
| 2016 | Race | Eulace Peacock | [4] |
| 2018 | Love Jacked | Malcolm | [8] |
| 2018 | Destroyer | Antonio | Playing opposite Nicole Kidman.[9] |
| 2018 | City of Lies | David "D. Mack" Mack | [10] |
| 2019 | Endings, Beginnings | Jonathan | [11] |
| 2020 | Son of the South | Reggie | [12] |
| 2020 | Bruised | Immaculate | [13] |
| 2021 | Stowaway | Michael Adams | [14] |
| 2021 | Awake | Dodge | |
| 2023 | John Wick: Chapter 4 | Tracker |
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Overruled! | Ed | Recurring role (season 3), 6 episodes |
| 2010 | Camp Rock 2: The Final Jam | Camp Star dancer | Television film |
| 2011 | Sharpay's Fabulous Adventure | Lead dancer | Television film |
| 2011 | Desperately Seeking Santa | Hipster Jeremy | Television film |
| 2011 | Todd and the Book of Pure Evil | Lon | Episode: "Loser Generated Content" |
| 2011 | Skins | Warren | Episodes: "Daisy", "Michelle" |
| 2011 | King | Duncan | Episode: "Farah Elliott" |
| 2011 | Degrassi: The Next Generation | Thug | Episode: "Idioteque" |
| 2012 | Lost Girl | Evan | Episode: "School's Out" |
| 2012 | Saving Hope | Isaac Wolfe | Episode: "Blindness" |
| 2012 | Rookie Blue | Curtis Payne | Episode: "The Rules" |
| 2013 | Played | Adam "Monk" Williams | Episode: "Guns" |
| 2013–2014 | The Next Step | Chris | Main role |
| 2014 | The Tomorrow People | Mike | Episode: "The Citadel" |
| 2014 | Intruders | Young Gary Fischer | Episode: "She Was Provisional" |
| 2014 | Defiance | Crisp / Pvt. Crisp | 4 episodes |
| 2014 | Not With My Daughter | Police officer #1 | Television film |
| 2015 | Constantine | Adam | Episode: "A Whole World Out There" |
| 2016 | Slasher | Caleb | Episode: "Digging Your Grave With Your Teeth" |
| 2016 | Killjoys | Arune Hyponia | Episode: "Full Metal Monk" |
| 2016 | Pitch | Trevor Davis | Episode: "Beanball" |
| 2016–2018 | Wynonna Earp | Xavier Dolls | Main role (seasons 1–3) |
| 2017 | Trailer Park Boys | Sammy O.G. | 2 episodes |
| 2017 | Shots Fired | Maceo Terry | 3 episodes |
| 2018 | Dear White People | Trevor King | Episode: "Volume 2: Chapter V" |
| 2019 | Goliath | Anton/Dario Blackwood | 7 episodes |
| 2020 | Soulmates | Adam | Episode: "Little Adventures" |
| 2021 | Invasion | Trevante Ward | Main role |
References
- ^ Barnard, Linda (2016-02-20). "Race actor Stephan James on the fast track to fame". thestar.com. Retrieved 13 August 2016.
- ^ "Scarborough-born teen actor earning raves for performances". sharenews.com. 2016-02-27. Retrieved 13 August 2016.
- ^ Amaya, Erik (2016-03-30). "Wynonna Earp's Shamier Anderson On Finding Agent Dolls - Bleeding Cool Comic Book, Movie, TV News". bleedingcool.com. Retrieved 13 August 2016.
- ^ a b c d Moore, Camille (2020-07-24). "10 Things You Didn't Know about Shamier Anderson". TVOvermind. Retrieved 2021-04-07.
- ^ Dowling, Amber (2020-12-03). "Shamier Anderson, Stephan James Launch The Black Academy, Celebrate Black Excellence in Canada". Variety. Retrieved 2021-05-04.
- ^ Petski, Denise (2021-10-05). "Shamier Anderson & Stephan James Ink First-Look Deal With Boat Rocker Studios". Deadline. Retrieved 2021-10-06.
- ^ "Vudu - Watch Movies". www.vudu.com. Retrieved 2021-04-07.
- ^ Simonpillai, Radheyan (2018-12-06). "Review: Love Jacked is a silly, preposterous romantic comedy". NOW Magazine. Retrieved 2021-03-24.
- ^ D'Alessandro, Anthony (2019-01-24). "CAA Signs 'Destroyer' Actor Shamier Anderson". Deadline. Retrieved 2021-03-24.
- ^ "Review: Tupac, Biggie and corruption in the LAPD still add up to a stale 'City of Lies'". Los Angeles Times. 2021-03-18. Retrieved 2021-03-24.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link) - ^ "'Endings, Beginnings': Film Review | TIFF 2019". The Hollywood Reporter. 2019-09-09. Retrieved 2021-03-24.
- ^ "Son Of The South: Where You've Seen The Cast Before, Including Lucy Hale". CINEMABLEND. 2021-02-05. Retrieved 2021-03-24.
- ^ N'Duka, Amanda; D'Alessandro, Anthony (2019-12-04). "Halle Berry MMA Feature 'Bruised': Shamier Anderson & Adan Canto Step Into Ring For Oscar Winner's Directorial Debut". Deadline. Retrieved 2021-03-24.
- ^ N'Duka, Amanda (2019-05-17). "'Destroyer' Actor Shamier Anderson Joins Anna Kendrick & Toni Colette In 'Stowaway' Thriller". Deadline. Retrieved 2021-03-24.