Major Dodson | |
|---|---|
| Born | July 8, 2003 (age 23) |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 2010–present |
Major Dodson (born July 8, 2003) is an American actor, known for his roles on The Walking Dead, American Horror Story, and Left Behind.
Dodson began acting professionally at the age of six; he acted in various minor roles before his first major television appearance on Revolution as young Danny Matheson. His most notable roles are as Corey on American Horror Story and Sam on The Walking Dead.
Dodson is actively involved in Smiles for the Homeless, a charity his family helped create that makes care packages for homeless individuals.
Dodson is autistic and has advocated for more opportunities for actors with autism to portray autistic characters.
Dodson confirmed in an Instagram post that he is in a relationship.
| Year | Film | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Alfred Thinks We're Aliens | Alfred | Short film |
| 2011 | Don't Cry Daddy | Carolyn's Son | Short film |
| 2012 | Departure | Young Boy | Short film |
| 2014 | Left Behind | Raymie Steele | |
| 2015 | Dermaphoria | Young Eric | |
| 2016 | Proud Souls | Johnny | |
| 2022 | Tyson's Run | Tyson |
| Year | Series | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Sons of the Brotherhood | Tyler | Episode: "Tea Time with Olivia" |
| 2010 | Sons of the Brotherhood | Tyler | Episode: "Tea Time with Olivia" |
| 2011 | Mystery Diagnosis | Harry | Episode: "Too Young to be Sick" |
| 2013 | Revolution | Danny Matheson (age 8) | Episode: "The Stand" |
| 2014 | American Horror Story | Corey Bachman | 4 episodes |
| 2015–2016 | The Walking Dead | Sam Anderson | 10 episodes |
| Year | Game | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Final Fantasy VII Remake | Cloud Strife (age 14) | Flashbacks |
| Year | Award | Category | Work | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Young Artist Awards | Best Performance in a TV Series - Recurring Young Actor (13 and Under) | The Walking Dead | Nominated |