Sam Seder
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Updated on March 13, 2026
Birth Name: Samuel Lincoln Seder
Place of Birth: New York City, New York, U.S.
Date of Birth: November 28, 1966
Ethnicity: Ashkenazi Jewish
Sam Seder is an American actor, progressive political commentator, and media host.
He was the son of Ruth and Robert Seder. He is married to Nicole Cattell, with whom he has two children.
Sam’s paternal grandfather was named Jacob Henry Seder. Jacob was Lithuanian Jewish.
Sam’s paternal grandmother was named Ida T. Rickles. Ida was Russian Jewish.
Sam’s maternal grandfather was named Benjamin George Selviz (the son of Hyman Selviz and Fanny). Benjamin’s parents were Russian Jewish.
Sam’s maternal grandmother was named Helen Fisher.
Source: Genealogy of Sam Seder (focusing on his father’s side) –
