ReferenceList RulesOnly TV actors who were born or grew up in Oregon.
List of famous television actors/actresses who were born in Oregon, with photos when available. These renowned Oregon actors and actresses are listed by popularity, so the names at the top of the list will be the most recognizable. A few of these actors may not have technically been born in Oregon, but everyone on this list grew up in Oregon and considers it to be their home. This list includes Oregon TV actors from every type of show, including cartoons where they might have done voice over work. If you grew up in Oregon then you should be proud of these television actors whose birthplace is Oregon. Various bits of information are available for these Oregon celebrities as well, such as what year they were born and what shows they are known for.
The list you're viewing has a variety of TV actors, like Sara Jean Underwood and River Phoenix, in it.
This list answers the questions, "Which TV actors are from Oregon?" and "Who are the most famous Oregon actors?"1
Katee Sackhoff
Battlestar Galactica, 24Birthplace: Portland, Oregon, United States of America
Nationality: United States of America
Kathryn Ann Sackhoff (born April 8, 1980) is an American actress known for playing Lieutenant... more on Wikipedia2
Kirk Thornton
Gungrave, Fushigi YuugiBirthplace: Portland, Oregon, United States of America
Nationality: United States of America
Kirk Thornton is an American voice actor, director and script writer working mainly with... more on Wikipedia3
Laura Allen
The 4400, TerriersBirthplace: Portland, Oregon, USA
Nationality: United States of America
Laura Allen (born March 21, 1974) is an American actress. She starred as Lily Tyler during... more on Wikipedia4
Jenny Wade
Reaper, The Good GuysBirthplace: Eugene, Oregon, United States of America
Nationality: United States of America
Jennifer "Jenny" Wade (born October 6, 1980) is an American actress known for playing Liz... more on Wikipedia5
Sara Jean Underwood
Attack of the Show!, Bridget's Sexiest BeachesBirthplace: Portland, Oregon, United States of America
Nationality: United States of America
Sara Jean Underwood (born March 26, 1984) is an American model, television host, and actress... more on Wikipedia6
Sally Struthers
All in the Family, TaleSpinBirthplace: Portland, Oregon, United States of America
Nationality: United States of America
Sally Anne Struthers (born July 28, 1947) is an American actress, spokeswoman and activist.... more on Wikipedia7
Eric Christian Olsen
NCIS: Los Angeles, Kick Buttowski: Suburban DaredevilBirthplace: Eugene, Oregon, United States of America
Nationality: United States of America
Eric Christian Olsen (born May 31, 1977) is an American actor. He is known for his portrayals... more on Wikipedia8
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Brenda Strong
Desperate Housewives, DallasBirthplace: Brightwood, Oregon, United States of America
Nationality: United States of America
Brenda Lee Strong (born March 25, 1960) is an American actress. She began her career in... more on Wikipedia10
Dallas McKennon
Daniel Boone, The Archie ShowBirthplace: La Grande, Oregon, USA
Nationality: United States of America
Dallas Raymond McKennon (July 19, 1919 – July 14, 2009), sometimes credited as Dal McKennon,... more on Wikipedia11
Mitch Pileggi
Supernatural, The X-FilesBirthplace: Portland, Oregon, USA
Nationality: Italy, United States of America
Mitch Pileggi is an American actor. He played Horace Pinker in Shocker, Walter Skinner on... more on Wikipedia12
Bridgette Wilson
CarpoolersBirthplace: Gold Beach, Oregon, USA
Nationality: United States of America
Bridgette Leann Wilson-Sampras (born September 25, 1973) is an American former actress,... more on Wikipedia13
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Lisa Rinna
Veronica Mars, Melrose PlaceBirthplace: Medford, Oregon, USA
Nationality: United States of America
Lisa Deanna Rinna (born July 11, 1963) is an American actress and television personality. She... more on Wikipedia15
Howard Hesseman
WKRP in Cincinnati, One Day at a TimeBirthplace: Oregon, USA, Lebanon
Nationality: United States of America
Howard Hesseman (born February 27, 1940) is an American actor best known for playing DJ Dr.... more on Wikipedia16
River Phoenix
Robert Kennedy and His Times, Seven Brides for Seven BrothersBirthplace: Madras, Oregon, United States of America
Nationality: United States of America
River Jude Phoenix (né Bottom; August 23, 1970 – October 31, 1993) was an American actor,... more on Wikipedia17
Bob Steele
F TroopBirthplace: Portland, Oregon, United States of America
Nationality: United States of America
Bob Steele (born Robert Adrian Bradbury, January 23, 1907 – December 21, 1988) was an American... more on Wikipedia18
Joel David Moore
Forever, E-RingBirthplace: Portland, Oregon, United States of America
Nationality: United States of America
Joel David Moore (born September 25, 1977) is an American character actor and director. Born... more on Wikipedia19
Kaitlin Olson
It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia, BrickleberryBirthplace: Tigard, Oregon, United States of America
Nationality: United States of America
Aimee Kaitlin Willow Olson (born August 18, 1975) is an American actress, producer and... more on Wikipedia20
Justin Kirk
Weeds, Animal PracticeBirthplace: Salem, Oregon, USA
Nationality: United States of America
Justin Kirk (born May 28, 1969) is an American actor, known for portraying Prior Walter in... more on Wikipedia21
Pinto Colvig
Tom & Jerry Halloween SpecialBirthplace: Jacksonville, Oregon, USA
Nationality: United States of America
Vance DeBar Colvig Sr. (September 11, 1892 – October 3, 1967), professionally Pinto Colvig,... more on Wikipedia
22Jon Lindstrom
RitualsBirthplace: Medford, Oregon, USA
Nationality: United States of America
Jon Robert Lindstrom (born October 18, 1957) is an American actor, writer, director, producer,... more on Wikipedia23
Kim Rhodes
The Suite Life of Zack & Cody, Another WorldBirthplace: Portland, Oregon, United States of America
Nationality: United States of America
Kimberly Rhodes (born June 7, 1969) is an American actress, who is most known for her... more on Wikipedia24
Ty Burrell
Modern Family, Out of PracticeBirthplace: Grants Pass, Oregon, United States of America
Nationality: United States of America
Tyler Gerald Burrell (born August 22, 1967) is an American actor and comedian. He originally... more on Wikipedia25
Jane Powell
Michael Jackson: 30th Anniversary Special, Alcoa TheatreBirthplace: Portland, Oregon, United States of America
Nationality: United States of America
Jane Powell (born Suzanne Lorraine Burce; April 1, 1929) is an American singer, dancer and... more on Wikipedia
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