About Ryan Clark (actor)
Ryan James Clark (born 9 April 1983) is an Australian lifeguard and former television and film actor. He became known for his portrayal of Sam Marshall in Home and Away over the course of a decade, before becoming a Waverley Council lifeguard on Bondi Beach and featuring in Bondi Rescue. == Early life == Born in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, Clark was raised in the Sydney beachside suburb of Bronte. He was a member of Bronte Surf Club as a child. == Career == === Acting === Clark is best known for his role as Sam Marshall in the soap opera Home and Away. He auditioned for the series and secured the role in 1991, shortly after joining an actors agency at the age of seven. Clark was surprised at having been cast, as he had never undertaken acting classes. He was only allowed to film three days a week, so he could continue to attend school. However, he was provided with a tutor on set so he could keep up with his schoolwork. Clark decided to leave the serial in 2000 in order to pursue a surfing career.
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