Steven Blades

Steven Blades

Steven Blades is a British actor and former Royal Marines Commando, born on July 20, 1989, in Sheffield. His transition into acting is particularly compelling; after a decade of service that included a tour in Afghanistan, he was medically discharged in 2010 due to a severe eye injury that left him blind in his right eye. Following his military service, he worked in maritime security—protecting commercial vessels from Somali pirates—and in close protection for high-profile clients before moving to London to pursue drama. His tactical background has made him a sought-after talent for high-authenticity action roles, with notable appearances in series like Vikings, The Royals, and the BBC's Coronation Street, as well as films such as All the Devil’s Men (2018), 400 Bullets (2021), and One More Shot (2024). In 2026, Blades has a significant year with two major action projects. He stars as Rob Wills in the Jason Statham thriller Shelter, where his real-world combat experience contributes to the film's gritty realism. Additionally, he is set to appear as Commander Tully in another Statham-led action film, Mutiny. Known for performing his own stunts and possessing a deep "muscle memory" for tactical movement, Blades has also crossed into the gaming world, recently portraying the "Engineer" in the live-action launch trailer for Battlefield 6.

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