Stark Sands
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- September 30, 1978 in Dallas, Texas, USA
- Active Years
- 1999–2020 (22 Years)
- Total Credits
- 30 credits in database
Biography
Stark Bunker Sands is an American actor born on September 30, 1978, in Dallas, Texas. He grew up in Dallas and began acting on stage at age 13 at Highland Park High School. He later earned his Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in acting from the University of Southern California after completing its conservatory program. Sands is recognized for his stage work, including his role as Tunny in the original Broadway cast of American Idiot, a production he returned to in 2010. He is also known for originating the role of Charlie Price in Kinky Boots on Broadway. Additionally, he is a two-time Tony Award nominee.
Career overview
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Name: Stark Sands (also referred to as Stark Bunker Sands).
Profession: American actor.
Early life/Education: Grew up in Dallas, Texas. Began acting on stage at age 13 at Highland Park High School. Received a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in acting from the University of Southern California.
Broadway Roles:
Tunny in the original Broadway cast of American Idiot (returned to Broadway in 2010 for this role).
Originated the role of Charlie Price in Kinky Boots on Broadway.
Awards/Nominations: Two-time Tony Award nominee.
Other: The original cast recording of American Idiot won the Grammy Award for Best Musical Show Album.
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Stark Sands, also known as Stark Bunker Sands, is an American actor who grew up in Dallas, Texas. He began his stage acting career at the age of 13 at Highland Park High School. He later attended the University of Southern California, where he earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in acting through an intense conservatory program.
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Sands is recognized for his work on Broadway, including originating the role of Charlie Price in Kinky Boots. He is also known for his role as Tunny in the original Broadway cast of the rock musical American Idiot, a production he returned to in 2010. The original cast recording for American Idiot was a Grammy Award winner for Best Musical Show Album. Throughout his career, Sands has been a two-time Tony Award nominee.
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"Stark Sands, also known as Stark Bunker Sands, is an American actor who grew up in Dallas, Texas. He began his stage acting career at the age of 13 at Highland Park High School. He later attended the University of Southern California, where he earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in acting through an intense conservatory program.
Sands is recognized for his work on Broadway, including originating the role of Charlie Price in Kinky Boots. He is also known for his role as Tunny in the original Broadway cast of the rock musical American Idiot, a production he returned to in 2010. The original cast recording for American Idiot was a Grammy Award winner for Best Musical Show Album. Throughout his career, Sands has been a two-time Tony Award nominee."
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Name (Stark Sands / Stark Bunker Sands)
American actor
Dallas, Texas
Age 13, Highland Park High School
BFA in acting, USC (intense conservatory program)
Tunny in American Idiot (original Broadway cast, returned 2010)
Charlie Price in Kinky Boots (originated role)
Two-time Tony Award nominee
American Idiot cast recording won Grammy for Best Musical Show Album.
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Source [1]: Birthday Sept 30, 1978. Place of birth Dallas, Texas. 27 known credits.
Source [3]: BFA from USC.
Source [5]: American Idiot was a major Broadway event.
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Stark Sands, also referred to as Stark Bunker Sands, is an American actor who was born in Dallas, Texas. His acting career began on the stage at age 13 while attending Highland Park High
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Full Filmography
30 titles- Half Empty/Half Full (2020) as Evan
- California No (2018) Co-Producer
- The Post (2017) as Don Graham
- Minority Report (2015) as Dash
- Inside 'Inside Llewyn Davis' (2014) as Self
- Inside Llewyn Davis (2013) as Troy Nelson
- Broadway Idiot (2013) as Self (archive footage)
- NYC 22 (2012) as Kenny McLaren
- Generation Kill (2008) as Nathaniel Fick
- Day of the Dead (2008) as Bud Crain
- My Sassy Girl (2008) as Soldier
- Flags of Our Fathers (2006) as Gust
- American Dad! (2005) as Tino / Conservative #1 (voice)
- American Dad! (2005) as Williams (voice)
- Pretty Persuasion (2005) as Troy
- 11:14 (2004) as Tim
- Shall We Dance? (2004) as Evan Clark
- Chasing Liberty (2004) as Grant Hillman
- Catch That Kid (2004) as Brad
- Nip/Tuck (2003) as Conor McNamara - 2026
- Hope & Faith (2003) as Henry
- Lost at Home (2003) as Will Davis
- Die, Mommie, Die! (2003) as Lance Sussman
- Six Feet Under (2001) as Toby
- Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (1999) as Bobby Frost
- Family Guy (1999) as Justin Hackeysack (voice)
- In Limbo as Chris Russel
- Jack Rabbit as David
- Jack Rabbit Writer
- Jack Rabbit Producer
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Stark Sands best known for?
Stark Sands is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Half Empty/Half Full (2020), The Post (2017), Minority Report (2015), Inside Llewyn Davis (2013).
When and where was Stark Sands born?
Stark Sands was born on September 30, 1978 in Dallas, Texas, USA.
How many credits does Stark Sands have?
Stark Sands has accumulated over 30 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1999 to 2020.
What is Stark Sands's background in cinema and television?
Stark Bunker Sands is an American actor born on September 30, 1978, in Dallas, Texas. He grew up in Dallas and began acting on stage at age 13 at Highland Park High School. He later earned his Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in acting from the University of Southern California after completing its conservatory program. Sa...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Six Feet Under (2001) as Toby — aged about 22
- Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (1999) as Bobby Frost — aged about 20
- Generation Kill (2008) as Nathaniel Fick — aged about 29
- Family Guy (1999) as Justin Hackeysack (voice) — aged about 20
- Inside Llewyn Davis (2013) as Troy Nelson — aged about 34
- Nip/Tuck (2003) as Conor McNamara - 2026 — aged about 24
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