In His Blood
When asked how he played the cowboy persona so well, Elliott admitted that he had a family heritage that traces to the old West. They had relatives in Alamo and he believes this connection is what draws him to such roles.
Not Just An Actor
Sam Elliott is not just an incredible actor; he is talented in other areas too. He has been involved in things like writing, producing, and singing as well. He sang the track, “I Won’t Back Down” in the animated film Barnyard where he plays the character of “Ben the Cow.”