Sam Buchanan

Sam Buchanan is a talented English actor known for his work in both television and film. Hailing from Kent, he embarked on his artistic journey after earning a BTEC in Performing Arts and later graduated with a BA from the ArtsEd Acting program in 2019.

Buchanan gained recognition for his portrayal of Fitzy on the long-running soap opera EastEnders, where he captivated audiences from May to June 2021, before his character tragically fell victim to knife crime. He also participated in the impactful verbatim production "Value Engineering," which documented the Grenfell Tower Inquiry and aired on Channel 4 under the title Grenfell.

In the realm of video games, he lent his voice to characters in notable titles, including Marvel's Midnight Suns (2022) and Ten Dates (2023). The same year, he showcased his acting prowess as Nicky, Billie's on/off boyfriend, in the British comedy-drama series Such Brave Girls, created by Kat Sadler. Additionally, he appeared in the Amazon Prime thriller series The Power.

Looking ahead, Buchanan will take on the role of Nick Shymansky in the biopic Back to Black (2024), portraying Amy Winehouse's early manager who played a crucial role in her journey to recovery. He is also featured in HBO's Get Millie Black and returns as Nicky Branson in the second season of the BBC One drama Sherwood. In 2025, he will star as Ronnie in the young adult romantic drama film My Fault: London, further solidifying his presence in the entertainment industry.