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Steven Ogg (born November 4, 1973) is a Canadian actor. Ogg is best known for playing Trevor Philips in the 2013 video game Grand Theft Auto V, Simon in The Walking Dead (2016–2018), and being a spokesman for the American brand of male grooming products Old Spice.

Key Information

Born in Edmonton and raised in Calgary, Ogg began his acting career after moving to New York City in 1999. He has since appeared in Law & Order (2000), Better Call Saul (2015–2020), Westworld (2016–2022), Snowpiercer (2020–2022), as well as several independent and short films.

Early life

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Steven Ogg was born in Edmonton, Alberta, on November 4, 1973, and raised in Calgary.[1][2]

Career

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Ogg in March 2018

After moving to New York City, he began acting in television shows such as Law & Order and Third Watch, in addition to some theater work and voice acting. He retired from acting in 2003 but returned in 2008.

After taking a break from acting to build a house, he was hired by Rockstar Games as the voice and motion capture artist for Trevor Philips in their 2013 video game Grand Theft Auto V.[3][4][5] His character was critically acclaimed and he received numerous award nominations as a result.[6][7][8][9] In February 2014, he received an award on the 3rd Annual New York Videogame Critics Circle Awards for Best Overall Acting in a Game.[10] Ogg later reprised his role as Trevor Phillips in Grand Theft Auto Online in 2015 as a part of the "Series A Funding" heist, and the 2016 YouTube short film GTA VR.[11][12][13]

Ogg made two appearances in Better Call Saul as Sobchak, a mercenary and private detective. In the 2015 episode "Pimento", he is one of three bodyguards hired for a protection job before getting into a verbal altercation with Mike Ehrmantraut. Mike humiliates Sobchak by disarming and incapacitating him. He reappeared in the 2020 episode "Dedicado a Max", undertaking clandestine investigative work for Saul Goodman under the pseudonym "Mr X". The name Sobchak was likely inspired by The Big Lebowski character Walter Sobchak, also a security consultant and weapons enthusiast with an inflated sense of his own achievements and abilities.

In The Walking Dead season 6 finale, he made his debut as Simon, a member of the Saviors and one of the main antagonists in season 7.[14] Ogg also portrayed Rebus in the HBO series Westworld, and provides the voice of Professor Venomous in Cartoon Network's animated series OK K.O.! Let's Be Heroes. In 2019, Ogg portrayed Flexon in the second season of the 2016 series The Tick.

Ogg noted in an interview that he is aware of being typecast as "the crazy guy and the unpredictable guy" (with one example being his portrayal of Trevor in Grand Theft Auto V) though he did not mind this if it led to steady work. He admitted, however, that he would ideally like to explore "different characters [and] different worlds", like his role as a father in the 2019 drama The Short History of the Long Road.[2]

In 2022, he appeared in Dan Mangan's music video for "Fire Escape", playing a personification of Mangan's self-critical inner voice.[15]

On October 5, 2022, a YouTuber uploaded a video titled "Does Steven Ogg Hate Trevor?" in which they shared a series of Cameo requests they had made to Ogg, asking him to perform in-character as Trevor Philips from Grand Theft Auto V. The author of the video claimed that despite paying $140, Ogg did not fulfill the request as expected. Instead, they described the actor's responses as passive-aggressive, accusing him of berating him during the videos. In those Cameos, Ogg emphasized that he is "an actor" and referred to Trevor as "a cartoon character," expressing irritation at being addressed as the character.[16]

On February 4, 2025, Ogg publicly addressed the topic, during an appearance on fellow actor Michael Rosenbaum's podcast, Inside of You. When asked directly if he hated Trevor, Ogg replied, "No. He's a great character, he's awesome. And, like—still, Shawn [Fonteno] and Ned [Luke], we're friends and we were just doing a ComicCon this past weekend." He went on to explain that he finds it "weird" when fans refer to actors by their character's names, and that he doesn't understand how people equate him with Trevor, who he describes as "a cartoon."[17]

In 2024, Ogg appeared in Amyl and the Sniffers music video for "U Should Not Be Doing That".[18]

Personal life

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Ogg is a single father and has one son, named Bodhi,[19] the namesake being his character's personal vehicle in Grand Theft Auto V.[20] He currently resides in Pasadena, California.[21]

Filmography

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Key
† Denotes series that have not yet been released

Film

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Year Title Role Notes
1999 Giving it Up Andre the Fashion Photographer
The Romantic Comedy with an Edge Donny Don Don Short
2002 Thousand Dollar Shoes Michel Gilligan
The Lovers - Video
2003 Mail Order Bride Pavel
2013 Out There Carl Short
Disgrace The Father
2014 Space Dogs Homicidal Doctor Video
The Sandman Biff Short
Kingdom Come James
Chapter 7 Dad
2015 He Never Died Alex
Blackwell Walton Briggs Short
The Escort Warren
Moondog Airwaves Jack Short
Black Dog, Red Dog Joe Sr.
The Book of Ned Kenny Short
2016 GTA VR Trainer[12][13]
Rematar Uley
2017 On The Run Gwin
2018 Solis Troy Holloway
Patient 001 Head Attendant
2019 The Present Mister Russo Short
The Short History of the Long Road Clint
2022 V/H/S/99 The Host
Emancipation Sergeant Howard
2023 Divinity Restless Ricardo
2024 Dad Company Rick Short
Dark Match Joe Lean
Scared Shitless Don
All the Lost Ones Mikael
O.C.D. (Obsessor Coercio Deus) The Agent Short
Hazard Carl
The Ghost Trap James Eugley Sr.
Frank and 3 Frank Short
2025 Blind River Walker Donley
Sweetness John
Concessions Luke Plimpton [22][23]
Appetite Henry Short
2026 The Dresden Sun Crilenger [24]

Television

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Year Title Role Notes
2000 Law & Order Mark Vee Episode: "Untitled"
2001 Third Watch Shooter Episode: "A Hero's Rest"
2013 Unforgettable Larry Yablonski Episode: "Day of the Jackie"
Person of Interest Chuck Episode: "Liberty"
2014 Murdoch Mysteries Bat Masterson Episode: "Glory Days"
Broad City Creepy Locksmith Episode: "The Lockout"
2015–2020 Better Call Saul Sobchak Guest cast: Season 1 & 5
2016 Rush: Inspired by Battlefield James Braddock Main cast[25]
2016–2018 The Walking Dead Simon Guest: Season 6, recurring cast: Season 7, main cast: Season 8
2016–2022 Westworld Rebus Recurring cast: Season 1, guest: Season 2 & 4
2017 Stan Against Evil Werepony Episode: "Curse of the Werepony"
2017–2019 OK K.O.! Let's Be Heroes Professor Venomous, Shadowy Figure, Shadowy Venomous, Laserblast (voice) Recurring cast[26]
2019 The Tick Flexon Recurring cast: Season 2
2020–2022 Snowpiercer Pike Recurring cast: Season 1, main cast: Season 2–3
2022 Sprung Spike Episode: "Chapter Eight"
2023 The Walking Dead: Dead City Simon Episode: "Everybody Wins a Prize"
Boiling Point Nick Episode: "Episode 3 & 4"
2024 It's Florida, Man Jeff Episode: "Mermaids"
2025 Revival Blaine Abel Recurring cast[27]

Video games

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Year Title Role Notes
2008 Alone in the Dark Vinnie Voice[26]
2009 Cursed Mountain Alex Voice and motion capture[26]
2013 Grand Theft Auto V Trevor Philips
2015 Grand Theft Auto Online Voice and motion capture; "Series A Funding" heist[28]

Music videos

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Year Song Artist
2022 "Fire Escape" Dan Mangan
2024 "U Should Not Be Doing That" Amyl and the Sniffers
2025 "Need" SPRINTS

Commercials

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Year Title Role Notes Ref.
2016–17 Old Spice Bob Giovanni Dirt Destroyer [29]
Odor Blocker
Hydro Wash
2022 Men Have Skin, Too
2024 Asus Salesman Republic of Gamers [30]

Accolades

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Year Award Category Work Result
2013 Spike Video Game Award Best Voice Actor Grand Theft Auto V Nominated
Code Central Award Best Male Character Nominated
2014 New York Videogame Critics Circle Award Best Overall Acting in a Game Won
British Academy Games Award Performer Nominated
Behind the Voice Actors Award Best Male Lead Vocal Performance in a Video Game Nominated
Behind the Voice Actors Award Best Vocal Ensemble in a Video Game Nominated

Written works

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  • Ogg, Steven (2024). Catharse-is: Volume I. Vanguard Press. ISBN 978-1837942770.

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Steven Ogg (born November 4, 1973) is a Canadian actor, voice artist, and producer best known for his motion-capture and voice performance as the volatile antagonist in the 2013 Grand Theft Auto V and its online expansion, as well as his portrayal of the Saviors' lieutenant Simon in seasons 7 and 8 of the AMC horror series The Walking Dead. Born and raised in —specifically in after early years in —Ogg initially aspired to a professional sports career but pivoted to acting following a severe injury during his youth. He honed his craft through theater in and later studied acting in Europe and , where he resided for two decades before relocating to . Ogg's early professional work included guest appearances on television series such as and in the early 2000s, alongside commercials and short films, marking his transition from promotional spots—like a project—to more substantial on-screen roles. Ogg achieved widespread recognition with Grand Theft Auto V, earning a BAFTA Games Award nomination for Best Performer in 2014 and a Behind The Voice Actors Award nomination for his immersive depiction of Trevor, a role that showcased his talent for embodying complex, unhinged characters. This breakthrough led to prominent television parts, including the enigmatic Rebus in HBO's (2018), the tough Pike in TNT's (2020–2022, promoted to series regular for season 2), and the criminal Sobchak in AMC's (2022). He has also appeared in high-profile projects like Captain Howard in Antoine Fuqua's (2022), while serving as a spokesperson for commercials since 2021. In recent years, Ogg has expanded into writing and producing, debuting his poetry collection CATHARSE-IS in 2024 and collaborating on the theatrical production DIRT MAN. His ongoing film and television work includes a recurring role as Blaine Abel in Syfy's Revival (2024–present), Nick in the BBC's Boiling Point sequel series (2023), a lead in the comedy Concessions (2024), and roles in the 2025 films Sweetness and Blind River. Ogg's versatile career, spanning video games, prestige TV, and indie endeavors, has established him as a reliable character actor adept at intense, multifaceted portrayals.

Early life

Birth and family background

Steven Ogg was born on November 4, 1973, in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. His family relocated to Calgary, Alberta, soon after, where he spent the majority of his childhood and adolescence in a typical middle-class Canadian household. Ogg attended Dr. E.P. Scarlett High School in Calgary. His father is Canadian, while his mother is British, though specific details about their professions or personal lives remain private and have not been widely disclosed in public sources. Information on siblings is similarly limited, with no confirmed public records detailing any brothers or sisters. Ogg's early exposure to the performing arts occurred through involvement in local theater productions in during his formative years, which sparked an initial interest in creative expression. He also participated in school activities that nurtured a broader appreciation for the arts, reflecting the supportive yet unremarkable environment of his upbringing.

Acting training and early influences

Ogg initially aspired to a professional career in , playing as a backup for the Dinos, but a severe injury during his youth led him to pivot to acting. He relocated from his hometown in , , to around the age of 20 in the early to pursue professional acting training. There, he immersed himself in the city's vibrant theater scene, residing for approximately 20 years while honing his craft through studies and practical experiences, including briefly attending the earlier. This move marked a pivotal shift from his Canadian roots, where he had already begun exploring performance arts during his youth. His early influences were rooted in childhood theater activities in , including elementary performances that ignited his passion for acting. Notably, Ogg recalled performing as in a production, an experience he described as the starting point of his interest in the . These formative moments, combined with participation in local theater while growing up, sparked a particular fascination with voice expression and physical performance, elements that would later define much of his work. At age 10, Ogg gained his first on-camera experience through an advertisement for the , further fueling his enthusiasm for performance. During his training period in New York prior to 1999, he engaged in minor theater productions and workshops, building foundational skills in and character development without yet entering major professional roles. These early endeavors, influenced by the dynamic Canadian theater tradition he carried from , laid the groundwork for his versatile approach to acting.

Career

Early roles and career hiatus

Ogg's professional acting career commenced in the late 1990s with minor roles in television and film. He made his debut in the independent drama Giving It Up (1999), portraying the character Andre. On television, he appeared in an episode of the long-running series in 2000, playing Mark Vee. Ogg also appeared as Shooter in an episode of in 2001. These early appearances were supplemented by work in commercials and voiceovers, reflecting his initial forays into the industry after training in New York. Throughout the early 2000s, Ogg continued to secure small parts in low-budget films and additional television guest roles, often in New York-based productions. However, consistent breakthroughs eluded him, leading to sporadic employment in the field. To sustain himself during this period, he took on various odd jobs, including personal training in , catering, construction, and working in a coffee shop. These roles highlighted the financial challenges of establishing an career in a competitive market. In 2003, Ogg stepped away from acting for a five-year hiatus, during which he focused on personal endeavors such as designing and building a house in the countryside near New York. This break allowed him to develop practical skills in construction while addressing immediate financial needs through related work. He returned to the industry in 2008, marking a renewed commitment to his craft after this period of reflection and self-sufficiency.

Breakthrough in video games

Ogg's breakthrough in voice acting and motion capture came with his portrayal of in (2013), developed by . After a six-year career hiatus, Ogg's agent suggested he audition for the role, leading to an initial taping with a casting director in front of a blue screen. Weeks later, he attended a callback at Rockstar's studios, where he was paired with , who played Michael De Santa; their immediate chemistry during the session convinced the team to cast them together. The performance required Ogg to provide both voice work and full-body motion capture, capturing Trevor's face, movements, and dialogue simultaneously in a motion-capture suit equipped with facial markers and cameras. Approximately 90% of the recording occurred during these sessions, allowing for integrated physical and vocal delivery without traditional sets or costumes, which Ogg described as a challenging yet imaginative process akin to a "team sport" with Rockstar's directors. He contributed improvisation by interpreting ambiguous script elements to deepen Trevor's chaotic personality, evolving traits like his distinctive walk, speech patterns, and reactive mannerisms over the three-year production, aiming to portray the character as multidimensional rather than one-dimensional. This collaboration with Rockstar emphasized performance-driven development, where Ogg's input helped refine Trevor's unhinged yet vulnerable archetype. The role catapulted Ogg to global recognition, as Grand Theft Auto V became one of the best-selling video games of all time, shipping over 215 million units worldwide by May 2025. Trevor's popularity drove a massive fanbase, with Ogg noting fans' appreciation for the character's complexity, which shifted his career toward prominent opportunities in the following the hiatus. Building on this success, Ogg reprised the role in minor appearances within updates through 2015, including contact missions and heists that expanded Trevor's narrative in the online mode. These projects solidified his presence in gaming voice work, leveraging the breakout acclaim from the base game.

Television and film work

Ogg's transition to prominent live-action roles in television and film gained momentum following his performance in , which opened doors to casts in high-profile series and features. In 2015, Ogg appeared in the AMC series as Sobchak, a and hired as a , showcasing his ability to portray tough, no-nonsense enforcers in tense procedural scenarios. Ogg reprised the role in the 2020 episode "". His brief but memorable turns highlighted the dynamics of the show's criminal underworld, where Sobchak's physical presence and curt demeanor added layers to scenes involving high-stakes security details. That same year, Ogg starred in the independent horror-comedy film as Alex, a ruthless antagonist who kidnaps and tortures the protagonist's daughter to draw out a supernatural foe. Alex's role emphasized Ogg's skill in embodying predatory intensity within a blending dark humor and violence, contributing to the film's exploration of isolation and vengeance. Ogg joined the cast of HBO's in 2016, portraying , a bandit host in the theme park's simulated Old West environment across the first two seasons. As part of the ensemble, Rebus served as a recurring figure encountered by guests, his programmed savagery underscoring the series' themes of and exploitation, with Ogg's performance amplifying the host's chaotic interactions in the park's loops. From 2016 to 2018, Ogg portrayed Simon in AMC's The Walking Dead, emerging as Negan's charismatic yet brutal second-in-command among the Saviors in a post-apocalyptic world overrun by zombies. Simon's arc began as a loyal enforcer executing resource raids and subjugating communities, but evolved into a power-hungry rival to Negan, culminating in a failed coup and his demise, which Ogg infused with a mix of sly menace and unhinged aggression that heightened the storyline's interpersonal conflicts. His contribution enriched the series' depiction of authoritarian survivalism, making Simon a standout villain whose actions drove key plot tensions in seasons seven and eight. In the 2016 sci-fi sequel Independence Day: Resurgence, Ogg played Captain Andrew Williams, a military officer involved in humanity's defense against an alien resurgence. His role supported the film's ensemble action sequences, portraying disciplined resolve amid global catastrophe. Ogg's most extended television commitment came in TNT's from 2020 to 2024, where he recurred as Pike, a battle-hardened Tail-section leader and former convict navigating class warfare aboard a perpetual-motion train in a frozen dystopia. Pike's evolution spanned from a instigator challenging the train's hierarchy—initially leading uprisings before being sidelined—to a pragmatic survivor forging uneasy alliances, including a controversial deal with upper-class factions that tested his loyalties and underscored the series' themes of inequality and . Ogg's portrayal captured Pike's scarred resilience and opportunistic cunning, making him a pivotal figure in the ensemble's power struggles across all four seasons.

Recent projects and developments

In 2024, Steven Ogg appeared in the official for "U Should Not Be Doing That" by the Australian band , marking a collaborative with the rock scene that highlighted his versatility beyond roles. The video, directed by John Angus Stewart, featured Ogg in a prominent role alongside the band, contributing to the track's satirical take on industry norms as their first new release since 2021. Ogg continued his screen work with a recurring role in the Syfy horror series Revival, which premiered in June 2025 and adapts the comic by Tim Seeley and Mike Norton, portraying a character amid a zombie-like resurrection event in rural Wisconsin. That same year, he starred as James Eugley Sr. in the drama The Ghost Trap, a film exploring themes of love and resilience in a collapsing Maine fishing community, which had its world premiere at the 2024 RiverRun International Film Festival. He also led the short film Frank and 3 as the titular Frank, a man grappling with loss and an unusual companionship, earning Best Actor of the Year at the 2024/2025 Indie Short Fest Annual Awards. In the 2025 thriller Blind River (released as Vanished Out of Sight), Ogg portrayed Walker Donley in a story of a blind woman's cautious life unraveling after her daughter's disappearance, directed by Carissa Stutzman. In the Canadian thriller Sweetness, he portrayed John, supporting a narrative about a teenager's dangerous obsession with a rockstar, which debuted at South by Southwest. In the 2025 comedy Concessions, he plays cinema manager Luke Plimpton in an ensemble led by Michael Madsen, focusing on interwoven stories at a closing theater. Additionally, the cyberpunk indie The Dresden Sun, in which Ogg stars alongside Christina Ricci, is slated for release following its first-look trailer in November 2025. In February 2025, Ogg appeared on the Inside of You hosted by , where he addressed persistent rumors about reprising his iconic role as in , firmly denying any involvement while reflecting on the character's lasting impact from the 2013 game. This public clarification underscored his ongoing engagement with fans amid speculation tied to ' announcements.

Personal life

Family

Ogg was married to Doriane Elliott from November 4, 2004, until their divorce on February 23, 2021. They share one son, Bodhi Ogg, born around 2006. Following the divorce, Ogg has raised Bodhi as a single father in , maintaining a close bond with him that he often highlights through family-oriented posts. In a personal tribute to his son, Ogg suggested naming the signature vehicle of his character in the "Bodhi," reflecting the importance of fatherhood in his life. Little public information is available regarding Ogg's current romantic relationships or extended family beyond his late father, Brian Ogg.

Hobbies and interests

Steven Ogg has expressed a deep passion for music, drawing significant inspiration from songwriters such as of , whose lyrics influenced the title of Ogg's debut poetry collection. In interviews, he has highlighted how musicians like , and Carin Besser of The National, , , , and shape his artistic sensibilities, blending their emotional depth with his own creative output. Ogg's engagement in leisure activities includes , which he pursues regularly to maintain physical and mental , often using a for indoor spinning sessions as part of his routine to combat depression. He also enjoys visiting museums and art galleries, activities he describes as key hobbies that provide relaxation and inspiration outside his professional life, alongside immersing himself in music. These pursuits serve as grounding elements, complementing his family life by fostering balance. His interest in creative writing centers on poetry, which he began sharing publicly via Instagram during the COVID-19 pandemic, leading to the 2024 publication of his first collection, Catharse-is, a raw exploration of personal catharsis and emotional experiences. Ogg has noted that his poetry remains unpublished in traditional forms prior to this debut, emerging spontaneously from musical influences without formal structure. In public interviews, Ogg has openly discussed vulnerability and , emphasizing the importance of setting boundaries to achieve work-life balance and manage clinical depression through consistent routines like and exercise as of 2025. He has shared experiences of severe depressive episodes in the past, contrasting them with his current approach of prioritizing understanding over overwhelming emotions to sustain .

Filmography

Film

Ogg's film career includes a mix of independent features, shorts, and occasional mainstream projects, often portraying intense or troubled characters in genres like thriller, drama, and horror.
YearTitleRoleNotes
2013Disgrace (short)The FatherIndependent short film exploring family dynamics.
2014The Sandman (short)BiffIndependent short comedy-drama.
2014Kingdom Come (short)JamesIndependent short.
2014Chapter 7DadSupporting role in independent drama.
2015He Never DiedAlexNotable supporting role as a criminal associate in this independent vampire thriller starring Henry Rollins.
2015The EscortWarrenSupporting role in independent drama about a sex worker.
2018SolisTroyLead role as an astronaut in independent sci-fi thriller.
2020The Short History of the Long RoadClintSupporting role as a father figure in independent coming-of-age drama.
2022V/H/S/99Host (segment "Ozzy's Dungeon")Role in anthology horror film.
2022EmancipationHowardSupporting role in historical action thriller directed by Antoine Fuqua.
2023DivinityRestless RicardoSupporting role in independent sci-fi horror.
2024Dark MatchJoe LeanRole in independent horror film.
2024HazardCarlSupporting role in independent drama.
2024Scared ShitlessDonLead role in comedy horror film.
2024All the Lost OnesMikaelLead role in independent thriller.
2024The Ghost TrapJames Eugley Sr.Supporting role in independent drama about lobstermen.
2024Frank and 3 (short)FrankLead role in independent short exploring loss and acceptance.
2025O.C.D. (short)The AgentNotable role in award-winning independent dark comedy short.
2025Blind RiverWalker DonleyRole in independent film.
2025ConcessionsLuke PlimptonLead role in comedy.
2025SweetnessJohnLead role in independent drama.

Television

Ogg's television career began in the early 2000s with guest appearances on procedural dramas, marking his entry into acting after moving to New York. His early roles were primarily one-off episodes, showcasing his versatility in supporting parts before a career hiatus. Following his breakout performance in video games, which helped secure more prominent television opportunities, Ogg returned to TV in the with a mix of guest spots and recurring roles in high-profile series. In 2000, Ogg appeared as Mark Vee in a guest role on Law & Order, portraying an artist in the episode "Untitled." The following year, he guest-starred as Shooter in Third Watch during its second season episode "A Hero's Rest," a one-off appearance in the emergency services drama. After a period of limited television work, Ogg resumed with episodic roles, including Larry Yablonski in three episodes of Unforgettable in 2013, a recurring guest part as a suspect. Ogg's guest appearances continued in 2014 with Chuck, a one-episode role in Person of Interest season 3, and the Creepy Locksmith in Broad City season 1. In 2015, he portrayed Sobchak, a mercenary and private detective, in two episodes of Better Call Saul ("Pimento" and "Nailed"), blending guest and recurring elements in the prequel series. His profile rose with recurring roles in major shows starting in 2016: as Simon in The Walking Dead, initially a guest in season 6 before becoming recurring in seasons 7 and 8 (2016–2018, 20 episodes total). Concurrently, he played Rebus, a host character, in a recurring capacity across seasons 1 and 2 of Westworld (2016–2018, 6 episodes), with an additional appearance in season 4 (2022). In 2019, Ogg made a one-off guest appearance as Flexon in The Tick season 2. He then took on the role of Pike in Snowpiercer, recurring in season 1 (2020) before being promoted to series regular for seasons 2–4 (2020–2024, 28 episodes total), depicting a tail-section insurgent. Most recently, in 2025, Ogg joined the Syfy series Revival in a recurring role as Blaine Abel, a character involved in the show's supernatural mystery. These credits highlight Ogg's transition from episodic guest work to sustained recurring and main cast positions in genre television.

Video games

Steven Ogg began his involvement in s with and voice work in the late 2000s, contributing to titles before achieving prominence in open-world gaming. In 2008, Ogg provided the voice for Vinnie, a character in the Alone in the Dark, developed by Eden Games for multiple platforms including Windows and ; this role marked one of his early forays into for , where he delivered dialogue without on-screen performance. Later that year, he reprised the and voice duties for Vinnie in Alone in the Dark: Inferno, the console iteration of the same story, emphasizing physicality through captured movements to enhance the game's atmospheric tension. Ogg's next credit came in 2010 with , a horror by , where he served as motion capture talent, providing physical performances for cinematics without voice work; this involved on-set capture sessions to animate character actions in the game's narrative-driven exploration. His breakthrough role arrived in 2013 as in , developed by , for which Ogg performed both and full , including facial and body movements recorded in a performance capture studio; this unhinged, volatile became iconic, propelling Ogg's career through the game's massive commercial success and his immersive portrayal that blended improvisation with scripted intensity. The role extended to subsequent ports and expansions, such as the 2015 PC version and ongoing updates, where Ogg's captured performances continued to define Trevor's chaotic presence without additional live-action filming. Since , Ogg has not taken on additional credited video game roles up to 2025, focusing instead on his performance techniques honed in motion capture environments, which rely on isolated studio sessions using suits and markers to translate physical and vocal nuances into digital characters.

Music videos and commercials

Steven Ogg has made notable appearances in several music videos and commercials, often leveraging his distinctive energetic persona. His commercial work primarily consists of campaigns for , where he portrayed an over-the-top infomercial-style pitchman starting in 2016. In the "Dirt Destroyer" and "Odor Blocker" ads that year, Ogg promoted the brand's hygiene products with exaggerated enthusiasm, including a collaboration with for an action-oriented spot emphasizing durability in extreme conditions. Ogg continued his Old Spice role in 2017 with the "Hydro Wash" commercial alongside NFL player , highlighting sweat-fighting features through humorous, high-energy scenarios. By 2022, he reprised the character in a series of infomercial-style ads for the Shopping Network, focusing on anti-sweat products and maintaining the campaign's absurd, fast-paced tone. In music videos, Ogg first gained attention for his acting in Dan Mangan's 2022 single "," where he embodied a manic manifestation of the singer's self-doubt and inner turmoil, contributing to the video's introspective and violent . He appeared in a promotional clip for Rhye's "Black Rain" in 2020, dancing energetically to showcase the track's vibe. More recently, Ogg starred in ' 2024 music video for "U Should Not Be Doing That," playing a chaotic figure in the punk band's satirical take on industry excess, directed by John Angus Stewart. In 2025, he featured prominently in Sprints' video for "Need," delivering a wild, intense performance that complemented the track's fury from their album All That Is Over.

Accolades

Awards won

Steven Ogg received the Great White Way Award for Best Acting in a Game from the New York Videogame Critics Circle at the 3rd Annual ceremony on February 12, 2014, for his portrayal of in , recognizing his and voice performance as a standout in acting. In 2020, Ogg shared the CinEuphoria Merit Honorary Award with the ensemble cast of The Walking Dead, honoring their collective contributions to the series' impact on television storytelling. Ogg earned the of the Year award at the Indie Short Fest's 5th Annual Awards ceremony on March 15, 2025, for his lead role as Frank in the Frank and 3, directed by Charles A. Ullrich, which also won Best Comedy Short of the Year at the same event. As a key contributor and in the O.C.D. (Obsessor Coercio Deus), Ogg was part of the production that won two Telly Awards in 2025: Best Horror/Thriller for its innovative storytelling and psychological depth, and the People's Choice Award reflecting audience acclaim, announced in May 2025. Additionally, Ogg won the March Award for Best in 2025 for his performance in O.C.D., highlighting his ability to deliver intense supporting roles in independent short-form content.

Nominations

Ogg's performance as in (2013) garnered significant recognition in the , leading to several high-profile nominations. In 2013, he was nominated for Best Voice Actor at the for his portrayal of the chaotic anti-hero. The following year, Ogg received a nomination for Best Performer at the 2014 BAFTA Games Awards, highlighting his motion-capture and voice work in the same role. He was also nominated for Best Male Lead Vocal Performance in a Video Game at the 2014 Behind the Voice Actors Awards for Grand Theft Auto V. In recent years, Ogg's film work has earned further accolades. For his supporting role in the Dark Match (2024), he was nominated for Best Supporting Acting Performance in a Feature Film at the 2024 Bloodies, presented by the Blood in the Snow Canadian Film Festival.
YearAwardCategoryProjectNotes
2013Best Voice ActorFor
2014BAFTA Games AwardsBest Performer[Grand Theft Auto V](/page/Grand_ Theft_Auto_V)For
2014Behind the Voice Actors AwardsBest Male Lead Vocal Performance in a Video GameFor
2024Bloodies (Blood in the Snow Canadian Film Festival)Best Supporting Acting Performance in a Feature FilmDark MatchFor his role as John McMahon

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