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Christopher Judge

Christopher Judge is an American actor and voice actor known for playing Teal’c on *Stargate SG-1* and for voicing Kratos in the *God of War* video game series.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Christopher Judge is an American actor and voice actor known for playing Teal’c on *Stargate SG-1* and for voicing Kratos in the *God of War* video game series. He was born in Los Angeles and attended the University of Oregon on a football scholarship before beginning an acting career in the late 1980s.

Early life and education

Christopher Judge was born in Los Angeles, California, on October 13, 1964. He attended the University of Oregon on a football scholarship, playing as a defensive back and safety. After his athletic career, he began studying acting at the Howard Fine Studio in Los Angeles in 1989.

Acting career

Judge started with smaller television and film roles in the early 1990s, including appearances in *Bird on a Wire*, *Cadence*, *Neon Rider*, and *MacGyver*. His breakthrough role came in 1997 when he was cast as Teal’c on the science fiction series *Stargate SG-1*, a role that brought him widespread recognition.

Notable roles

Judge is best known for his live-action role as Teal’c on *Stargate SG-1*. In video games, he has voiced Kratos in the *God of War* series, beginning with the 2018 title. His work spans film, television, and voice acting across science fiction and action genres.

Voice work and later career

Beyond live-action, Judge has contributed voice performances to animated series and video games. He voiced Zodak in *He-Man and the Masters of the Universe* and has appeared in supporting roles in film and television. His later career includes major franchise work, including his ongoing role as Kratos.

Key facts

Judge played college football at the University of Oregon on a scholarship.
He began studying acting at the Howard Fine Studio in Los Angeles in 1989.
His breakthrough role was Teal’c in *Stargate SG-1*, which began in 1997.
He has voiced Kratos in the *God of War* series since 2018.
Early screen work included appearances in *Bird on a Wire*, *Cadence*, *Neon Rider*, and *MacGyver*.

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Canadian context

Christopher Judge is especially familiar to Canadian audiences because *Stargate SG-1* was a Canadian-American production and was filmed in part in Canada, making him a notable figure in a franchise strongly associated with Canadian television production.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Christopher Judge?

Christopher Judge is an American actor and voice actor best known for playing Teal’c on *Stargate SG-1* and voicing Kratos in *God of War*.

When was Christopher Judge born?

He was born on October 13, 1964.

What is Christopher Judge known for?

He is best known for *Stargate SG-1* and the *God of War* video game series.

Did Christopher Judge play sports before acting?

Yes. He played defensive back and safety for the University of Oregon football team on a scholarship.

Is Christopher Judge also a voice actor?

Yes. He has voiced characters in animation and video games, including Kratos.

References

Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christopher_Judge
Supports: Birth date, birthplace, education, early acting roles, Stargate SG-1 role, and God of War casting.
The Movie Database — https://www.themoviedb.org/person/26088-christopher-judge?language=en-US
Supports: Biographical details, University of Oregon scholarship, and major roles.
The Washington Post — https://www.washingtonpost.com/video-games/2023/03/24/god-of-war-christopher-judge/
Supports: Career context, transition from football to acting, and Kratos role.
Wikipedia (Croatian) — https://hr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christopher_Judge
Supports: Nationality, Teal’c role, and family details.