From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Samuel Anderson (born 1982) is an English actor. He played the role of police officer Ross Kirk in Emmerdale up until early 2009. He originated the role of Crowther in the 2004 National Theatre production of Alan Bennett's play The History Boys and subsequently performed the same role in the Broadway, Sydney, Wellington and Hong Kong productions and radio and film versions. As well as stage performances, Anderson's television appearances include BAFTA awa ...