Kevin Sorbo
Kevin Sorbo is an American actor and producer, best known for his roles as Hercules in “Hercules: The Legendary Journeys” (1995–1999) and as Captain Dylan Hunt in “Andromeda” (2000–2005). Born on September 24, 1958, in Mound, Minnesota, Sorbo’s career spans several decades, with his portrayal of Hercules making him an international star. He also starred in the fantasy film “Kull the Conqueror” and has acted in Christian films such as “God’s Not Dead” (2014) and “Let There Be Light” (2017).
Sorbo’s career began with modeling and television commercials before transitioning to acting. He made guest appearances in series like “Murder She Wrote” and “The Commish.” His breakthrough role came as Hercules in a series of television films, leading to the highly successful series “Hercules: The Legendary Journeys.” Post-Hercules, Sorbo starred as Captain Dylan Hunt in “Andromeda.” He has also appeared in films like “Meet the Spartans” and direct-to-video sequels of “Walking Tall.”
Kevin Sorbo’s career features collaborations with notable industry figures. In “Hercules,” he worked with producer Sam Raimi and co-star Michael Hurst. On “Andromeda,” key collaborations included Lisa Ryder and Gordon Michael Woolvett. His film “God’s Not Dead” saw him work with director Harold Cronk and actor Shane Harper. In “Let There Be Light,” Sorbo collaborated with Sean Hannity and Dan Gordon.