BIO
Neil Sandilands is a versatile South African actor, musician, director, and storyteller who has made his mark across multiple platforms. Internationally, he’s known for his roles as General Abbot in Netflix’s Sweet Tooth—which earned him an Emmy nomination—as well as Clifford DeVoe/The Thinker in The Flash and Titus in The 100. Sandilands has firmly established himself as a dynamic performing artist.
He made his professional debut at the age of 14 in the production Meester. Locally, he’s appeared in a range of Afrikaans series including Konings, Orion, Jakhalsdans, Fees van die Ongenooides, Soutmansland, and more. Recently, he was nominated for Best Presenter for his work on kykNET’s popular reality series Die Groot Niks, which explores the breathtaking Namib Desert. He also lent his voice to the Emmy-nominated reality series Die Brug.
On the big screen, Sandilands delivered a powerful performance as Wilhelm Leonberger in Paul Greengrass’s News of the World, alongside Tom Hanks. His directorial talent earned him a South African Arts and Sciences Award for Impresario, and his theatre work was recognised with a Fleur du Cap Award—further affirming his artistic range.
As a musician, Sandilands has released three albums: Sangoma Sandilands & Jou Pa se Posse – Maanskyn, Allegaarkie vir ’n Askeet, and Land & Sand. These albums received South African Music Award nominations in the Best Afrikaans Contemporary Album category, showcasing his lyrical depth and musical skill. He’s also released two EPs: Die Groot 5 and Die Groot Niks.
Represented by Stewart Talent (USA) and FigJam (South Africa), and managed by Luber Roklin Entertainment, Neil Sandilands continues to captivate audiences around the world with his multifaceted talent.
He currently resides in Onrus, Overstrand.
“Vivid, flamboyant, thoroughly professional, he doubtlessly brings an electric excitement to both stage and screen that few actors can match.”
Henry Mylne, Director