History of Stephen Moyer in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: March 11, 2026

Stephen Moyer is an English actor and film director, widely recognized for his role as the vampire Bill Compton in the HBO television series True Blood. His career spans both acting and directing, highlighting his versatility in the entertainment industry.

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October 1969: Stephen Moyer Born

In October 1969, Stephen John Emery, known professionally as Stephen Moyer, was born.

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1997: Big-Screen Debut in Prince Valiant

In 1997, Stephen Moyer made his big-screen debut, landing the lead role in the film adaptation of the comic strip Prince Valiant by Hal Foster, working alongside Ron Perlman and Katherine Heigl.

2000: Birth of Son Billy

In 2000, Stephen Moyer had a son named Billy from his first marriage.

2002: Birth of Daughter Lilac

In 2002, Stephen Moyer had a daughter, Lilac, from his first marriage.

October 2007: Becomes Brentwood Theatre Patron

In October 2007, Stephen Moyer became Brentwood Theatre's first patron, supporting their "Reaching Out, Building On" campaign.

2007: Begins Dating Anna Paquin

In 2007, Stephen Moyer began dating Anna Paquin after filming the pilot of True Blood.

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2008: Supports Brentwood Theatre Campaign

In 2008, Stephen Moyer supported Brentwood Theatre's "Reaching Out, Building On" campaign to help fund the completion of backstage facilities.

2008: Divorce Finalized

In 2008, Stephen Moyer's divorce was finalized.

August 2009: Engagement to Anna Paquin

In August 2009, Stephen Moyer became engaged to Anna Paquin, who played his character's love interest in True Blood.

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August 2010: Marriage to Anna Paquin

On 21 August 2010, Stephen Moyer married Anna Paquin at a private residence in Malibu, California.

2015: Discusses Sobriety

In 2015, Stephen Moyer discussed his past struggles with alcoholism and mentioned that he had been sober for 14 years.

October 2017: Debut in The Gifted

On 2 October 2017, Stephen Moyer debuted in the lead role of Reed Strucker in the Fox series The Gifted, loosely based on The X-Men feature film series.

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