Scott Speedman was born in London, England, however, he grew up in Toronto, Canada. He was an aspiring swimmer and held a record amongst the best for distance freestyle, unfortunately, an accident put that career path on hold forever. He went to Earl Haig High School in Toronto and went to the University of Toronto in 1994 - 1996. On a dare, he went on a show called "Speakers Corner" and later went to audition for the role of Robin in Batman Forever. When the part went to Chris O'Donnell, he managed to land an agent. Other movies he has done include Kitchen Party and Duets starring Gwyneth Paltrow. The show Felicity introduced Scott to the world and has formed quite a standing amongst fans. When the show ended in 2002, Scott's movie career took off with his breakthrough role in _Underworld (2003/I)_ starring Kate Beckinsale and Bill Nighy.
Once aspired to be a swimmer for the Canadian team. He was raised in Canada, which is where he got his start in acting. Tried out for the role of Robin in Batman Forever Attended, with many other celebrities such as Leonardo DiCaprio and Michael Jackson, the grand opening of the Atlantis Resort in Paradise Island. This event was full of music, food, belly dancers and, of course, fireworks. His mother was an Olympic athlete. Attends David Rothenberg's on-camera acting class with fellow actors Rachel McAdams, Kenneth Mitchell and Polly Shannon. Attended Earl Haig Secondary School in Toronto with fellow actors Sarah Polley and Kenneth Mitchell. Sometimes confused with Creed's frontman Scott Stapp