True Blood (TV) Cast
The cast of True Blood. Updated on August 21, 2025.
432 actors
Anna Paquin
as Sookie Stackhouse (80 episodes)

Anna Paquin portrayed Sookie Stackhouse, the show's main protagonist. Sookie is a waitress with telepathic abilities who becomes entangled in the dangerous world of vampires and other supernatural creatures.

Stephen Moyer
as Bill Compton (80 episodes)

Stephen Moyer played the role of Bill Compton, a vampire and Sookie's love interest. Bill is a Civil War veteran who becomes deeply involved in the politics and power struggles of the vampire community.

Alexander Skarsgård
as Eric Northman (80 episodes)

Alexander Skarsgård portrayed Eric Northman, a powerful vampire sheriff. Eric is charismatic and manipulative, often using his charm to get what he wants. He becomes an important figure in Sookie's life as the series progresses.

Sam Trammell
as Sam Merlotte (80 episodes)

Sam Trammell played the character of Sam Merlotte, the owner of Merlotte's Bar and Grill in Bon Temps. Sam is a shape-shifter who often finds himself involved in the supernatural conflicts of the town.

Ryan Kwanten
as Jason Stackhouse (80 episodes)

Ryan Kwanten portrayed the role of Jason Stackhouse, Sookie's brother. Jason is a well-meaning but often reckless womanizer, whose life becomes entangled with the supernatural world in unexpected ways.

Jim Parrack
as Hoyt Fortenberry (60 episodes)

Jim Parrack played the character Hoyt Fortenberry, Jason's best friend. Hoyt is a kind-hearted and loyal individual who becomes involved in a tumultuous relationship with a vampire.

Nelsan Ellis
as Lafayette Reynolds (80 episodes)

Nelsan Ellis played the character of Lafayette Reynolds, a charismatic and flamboyant short-order cook at Merlotte's. Lafayette possesses a deep knowledge of the supernatural and becomes a key ally to Sookie and her friends.

Carrie Preston
as Arlene Fowler (80 episodes)
Rutina Wesley
as Tara Thornton (80 episodes)
Adina Porter
as Lettie Mae Thornton (32 episodes)
Chris Bauer
as Andy Bellefleur (80 episodes)
Tara Buck
as Ginger (26 episodes)
Fiona Shaw
as Marnie Stonebrook (12 episodes)
William Sanderson
as Bud Dearborne (38 episodes)
Lois Smith
as Adele Stackhouse (13 episodes)

Lois Smith portrayed Adele Stackhouse, Sookie and Jason's grandmother. Adele is a loving and wise presence in their lives, providing guidance and support as they navigate the dangers of the supernatural world.

Anna Camp
as Sarah Newlin (22 episodes)
Michael Raymond-James
as Rene Lenier (14 episodes)
Jurnee Smollett
as Nicole Wright (20 episodes)
Amelia Rose Blaire
as Willa Burrell (18 episodes)
Michelle Forbes
as Maryann Forrester (15 episodes)
Mehcad Brooks
as Eggs (13 episodes)
Marshall Allman
as Tommy Mickens (24 episodes)
Todd Lowe
as Terry Bellefleur (56 episodes)
Janina Gavankar
as Luna (24 episodes)
Valentina Cervi
as Salomé (12 episodes)
Kristin Bauer
as Pam Ravenscroft (80 episodes)
Denis O'Hare
as Russell Edgington (23 episodes)
Scott Foley
as Patrick Devins (13 episodes)
Lucy Griffiths
as Nora Gainesborough (22 episodes)
Joe Manganiello
as Alcide Herveaux (51 episodes)
Deborah Ann Woll
as Jessica Hamby (80 episodes)
Rutger Hauer
as Niall Brigan (10 episodes)
Michael McMillian
as Steve Newlin (40 episodes)
Lauren Bowles
as Holly Cleary (48 episodes)
Robert Kazinsky
as Ben Flynn / Warlow (10 episodes)
Luke Grimes
as James (10 episodes)
Arliss Howard
as Truman Burrell (10 episodes)
Robert Patrick
as Jackson Herveaux (12 episodes)
Bailey Noble
as Adilyn Bellefleur (15 episodes)
Jessica Tuck
as Nan Flanagan (22 episodes)
Nathan Parsons
as James (10 episodes)
Riley Smith
as Keith (10 episodes)
Allan Hyde
as Godric (7 episodes)
Christian Magdu
as Vampire SWAT (12 episodes)
Alfre Woodard
as Ruby Jean Reynolds (4 episodes)
Dean Norris
as Leon (1 episode)
Evan Rachel Wood
as Sophie-Anne Leclerq (8 episodes)
Lorna Scott
as Sav-A-Bunch Shopper (1 episode)
Lynn Collins
as Dawn Green (5 episodes)
Danielle Sapia
as Maudette Pickens (3 episodes)
Josh Kelly
as Frat Boy (1 episode)
Jeffrey Nicholas Brown
as Corbett Stackhouse (7 episodes)
John Billingsley
as Mike Spencer (15 episodes)
Randy Oglesby
as Theodore Newlin (1 episode)
Karina Logue
as Denise Rattray (2 episodes)
Andrew Rothenberg
as Malcolm (3 episodes)
Cedric Pendleton
as Terrell (1 episode)
Roberta Orlandi
as Janella (1 episode)
Jenni Blong
as Michelle Stackhouse (6 episodes)
Labon Hester
as Young Jason (2 episodes)
Zenali Turner
as Young Sookie (2 episodes)
Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor
as Diane (3 episodes)
Nicholas Gonzalez
as Jerry (1 episode)
Patricia Bethune
as Jane Bodehouse (12 episodes)
James Parks
as Mack Rattray (2 episodes)
Kevin McHale
as Neil Jones (2 episodes)
Aisha Hinds
as Miss Jeanette (7 episodes)
Scott Alan Smith
as Dr. Offutt (1 episode)
Mariana Klaveno
as Lorena Krasiki (13 episodes)
William Schallert
as Maire Norris (2 episodes)
Stephen Root
as Eddie (5 episodes)
Dale Raoul
as Maxine Fortenberry (22 episodes)
Patrick Gallagher
as Chow (4 episodes)
Danielle James
as Randi Sue (3 episodes)
Caleb Moody
as Royce (4 episodes)
Jeremy Denzlinger
as Wayne (3 episodes)
Cheyenne Wilbur
as Oncle Bartlett (2 episodes)
Kanin Howell
as Chuck (3 episodes)
Caleb Steinmeyer
as Tolliver Humphries (1 episode)
Michael Bofshever
as Orry Dawson (2 episodes)
Catheryn Brockett
as Lurlene Butterman (1 episode)
Adam Leadbeater
as Karl (9 episodes)
Sharon Tay
as News Anchor (2 episodes)
Robin Hines
as Harley (1 episode)
Tess Parker
as Rosie (8 episodes)
Betsy Rue
as Shawnelle (1 episode)
George Gerdes
as Sid Matt Lancaster (1 episode)
Lauren Pritchard
as Coralee (3 episodes)
Missy Doty
as Vonetta (3 episodes)
Preston Jones
as Dirk (2 episodes)
Ashley Jones
as Daphne Landry (8 episodes)
Wes Brown
as Luke McDonald (7 episodes)
Molly Burnett
as Amanda (1 episode)
Cheryl White
as Mrs. Hamby (1 episode)
Ben Lemon
as Jordan Hamby (1 episode)
Annalise Basso
as Eden Hamby (1 episode)
Marcia De Rousse
as Dr. Ludwig (2 episodes)
Jennifer Wenger
as Lindsey (1 episode)
Carson Aune
as Travis (1 episode)
Chris Coy
as Barry (5 episodes)
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