Samantha Marie Ware facts for kids
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Samantha Marie Ware
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Samantha Marie Ware
September 4, 1991 Lincoln, Nebraska, U.S.
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| Other names | Sameya |
| Alma mater | Doane University |
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Glee |
Samantha Marie Ware (born September 3, 1991) is an American actress and singer. She is also known by her singer name, Sameya. Samantha is famous for playing Jane Hayward in the TV show Glee in 2015. She also played Angela Archer in the Netflix series What/If in 2019. In 2016, Ware was Lily in the Nike web series Margot vs. Lily.
Samantha Ware's Early Life and Career
Samantha Ware grew up in Lincoln, Nebraska. She started acting when she was 19 years old while studying at Doane University. Her first acting roles were in theater shows. She played Nala in a Las Vegas production of The Lion King.
In 2012, she joined a national tour for The Book of Mormon. For this role, she won an award called the Helen Hayes Award for Outstanding Supporting Performer. After her success in theater, Samantha got big roles in TV shows. These included Glee and What/If. She also performed in the Chicago version of the musical Hamilton. In Hamilton, she played two characters: Peggy Schuyler and Maria Reynolds.
Samantha Ware's Work on TV and Film
Samantha Ware has appeared in many popular TV shows and movies. Her roles have shown her talent as an actress. She often plays strong and interesting characters.
TV Shows and Movies
| Year | Film or TV Show | Role | Notes |
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| 2015 | Glee | Jane Hayward | Recurring role in season 6 |
| 2016 | Margot vs. Lily | Lily | Main role |
| 2016 | Barry | Tisha | Film |
| 2017 | Chicago Med | Julia | Episode: "Lose Yourself" |
| 2017 | Bull | Lacey Adams | Episode: "No Good Deed" |
| 2018 | NCIS: New Orleans | Josie Hill | Episode: "Ties That Bind" |
| 2019 | What/If | Angela Archer | Main role |
| 2019 | God Friended Me | Claire Thompson | Episode: "The Greater Good" |
| 2020–2021 | Doom Patrol | Miranda | Appeared in 4 episodes |
| 2020–2023 | All Rise | Vanessa “Ness” Johnson | Recurring role in seasons 2 and 3 |
| 2024 | 24-Karat Christmas | Trish Moore | Main Character |
