Major Dodson (born July 8, 2003) is an American actor known for his roles on The Walking Dead,[1][2] American Horror Story and Left Behind.[3]
Major Dodson | |
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Born | July 8, 2003 (2003-07-08) (age 19) Dallas, Texas, U.S. |
Occupation | Actor |
Years active | 2010–present |
Dodson began acting professionally at the age of six, he had many small roles until his first major television appearance on Revolution. His most notable roles are as Corey on American Horror Story[4] and Sam on The Walking Dead.[5][6]
Dodson is actively involved in Smiles for the Homeless, a charity his family helped create, that makes care packages for homeless individuals.[7]
Dodson has autism.[8]
Year | Film | Role | Notes |
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2022 | Tyson's Run | Tyson | |
2016 | Proud Souls | Johnny | |
2015 | Dermaphoria | Young Eric | |
2014 | Left Behind | Raymie Steele | |
2012 | Departure | Young Boy | Short film |
2011 | Don't Cry Daddy | Carolyn's Son | Short film |
2011 | Alfred Thinks We're Aliens | Alfred | Short film |
Year | TV Show | Role | Notes |
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2015-2016 | The Walking Dead | Sam Anderson | 10 Episodes |
2014 | American Horror Story | Corey Bachman | 4 Episodes |
2013 | Revolution | Danny Matheson (8 years old) | Episode: The Stand |
2011 | Mystery Diagnosis | Harry | Episode: Too Young to be Sick |
2010 | Sons of the Brotherhood | Tyler | Episode: Tea Time with Olivia |
Year | Game | Role | Notes |
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2020 | "Final Fantasy VII Remake" | Cloud Strife (age 14) | Appears in Flashbacks |
Year | Award | Category | Work | Result |
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2016 | Young Artist Awards | Best Performance in a TV Series - Recurring Young Actor (13 and Under)[9] | The Walking Dead | Nominated |
Dodson himself is autistic, and has advocated for autistic characters being played by autistic actors. But Bass said he didn't know Dodson had autism when he was chosen.
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