Sherman Augustus
Biography
Sherman Augustus was born on January 10, 1959, in Los Angeles, California. He is an American actor, martial artist, and former professional football player who holds a second degree black belt in Taekwondo. During his athletic career, he played college football at Northwestern College in Saint Paul, Minnesota, alongside Jimmy Bridges, and went on to play professionally in the NFL with the San Diego Chargers and the Minnesota Vikings. As an actor, his television credits include notable roles such as Nathaniel Moon in the AMC series Into the Badlands and Lieutenant Colonel Jack Sullivan in the fourth season of Stranger Things.
Career overview
Sherman Augustus is an American actor, martial artist, and former professional football player who was born on January 10, 1959, in Los Angeles, California. Known for bringing his experience as a trained fighter and professional athlete to his work in front of the camera, he has built a notable career in television. His acting credits include playing the role of Nathaniel Moon in the AMC series Into the Badlands and portraying Lieutenant Colonel Jack Sullivan in the fourth season of Stranger Things. Across his career, Augustus has accumulated numerous known credits in the entertainment industry.
Before establishing himself as an actor, Augustus played professional football with the San Diego Chargers and the Minnesota Vikings. Prior to his professional career, he played college football at Northwestern College in Saint Paul, Minnesota, alongside Jimmy Bridges. In addition to his background in football and acting, Augustus is trained in martial arts and holds a second-degree black belt in Taekwondo.
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Full Filmography
47 titles- Vampires of the Velvet Lounge (2026) as Luke
- Death Letter Blues (2025) as Father Moss
- Death Letter Blues (2025) Producer
- Red Cargo (2023) as Bhiza
- The Origins (2023) as CIA Head
- The Accursed (2022) as Officer Green
- P-Valley (2020) as Cedric Haynes AKA Coach
- The Neighborhood (2017) as LJ Beam
- Stranger Things (2016) as Lt. Col. Jack Sullivan
- Westworld (2016) as Marshal Pruitt
- Colony (2016) as FBI Supervisor
- NCIS: New Orleans (2014) as Jack Hardin
- NCIS: Los Angeles (2009) as Michael Saleh
- Logorama (2009) as Bibendum Mitch (voice)
- The Mentalist (2008) as Suge Lima
- Bad Guys (2008) as Eddie
- Dexter (2006) as Caffrey
- Bones (2005) as Joe Dinco
- NCIS (2003) as Daniel Lemay
- Threat Matrix (2003) as Sal Miller
- The Foreigner (2003) as Mr. Mimms
- CSI: Miami (2002) as Lyle Durbin
- Without a Trace (2002) as Pete McCann
- Zig Zag (2002) as Detective Hawke
- The Mexican (2001) as Well Dressed Black Man
- Final Jeopardy (2001) as Mercer Wallace
- CSI: Crime Scene Investigation (2000) as Security Chief
- Bread and Roses (2000) as Ernest
- Kiss Tomorrow Goodbye (2000) as Limo Driver
- Virus (1999) as Richie
- Avalon: Beyond the Abyss (1999) as Captain Matthew Norris
- Mother Knows Best (1997) as Dale Cutler
- The Sentinel (1996) as Earl Gaines
- Profit (1996) as Jeffrey Sykes
- My Son Is Innocent (1996) as Detective Mendoza
- Space Marines (1996) as Rudy
- Star Trek: Voyager (1995) as Hij'Qa
- Rumpelstiltskin (1995) as John McCabe
- Digital Man (1995) as Jackson
- Chicago Hope (1994) as Paramedic
- Touched by an Angel (1994) as Phillip Jackson
- Viper (1994) as Richard Gage
- The Nanny (1993) as Doorman
- What's Love Got to Do with It (1993) as Reggie
- Camp Fear (1991) as Dancer #1
- Colors (1988) as Officer Porter
- Murder, She Wrote (1984) as Officer Rossi
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Sherman Augustus best known for?
Sherman Augustus is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including P-Valley (2020), Stranger Things (2016), Westworld (2016), Colony (2016).
When and where was Sherman Augustus born?
Sherman Augustus was born on January 10, 1959 in Los Angeles, California, USA.
How many credits does Sherman Augustus have?
Sherman Augustus has accumulated over 47 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1984 to 2026.
What is Sherman Augustus's background in cinema and television?
Sherman Augustus was born on January 10, 1959, in Los Angeles, California. He is an American actor, martial artist, and former professional football player who holds a second degree black belt in Taekwondo. During his athletic career, he played college football at Northwestern College in Saint Paul, Minnesota, alongsid...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Stranger Things (2016) as Lt. Col. Jack Sullivan — aged about 57
- The Mentalist (2008) as Suge Lima — aged about 49
- Dexter (2006) as Caffrey — aged about 47
- Bones (2005) as Joe Dinco — aged about 46
- The Nanny (1993) as Doorman — aged about 34
- Westworld (2016) as Marshal Pruitt — aged about 57
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