Shahar Isaac
Shahar Isaac | |
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Shahar Isaac on the Sea of Galilee | |
| Born | February 1993 (age 33) |
| Alma mater | Rutgers University (BFA) |
| Occupations | Actor photographer musician |
| Years active | 2015–present |
| Known for | The Chosen (TV series) |
Shahar Isaac (Hebrew: שחר אייזק, romanized: ar, lit. 'شاحار إسحاق'), born February, 1993) is an Israeli-American actor, photographer, and musician. He is best known for portraying the disciple Simon Peter in the Christian historical drama series The Chosen.[1]
Early life and education
Isaac was born in Haifa, Israel, in February 1993, He is of Yemenite Jewish heritage.[2] He later moved to the United States, where he attended Rutgers University and earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in acting, studying under Barbara Marchant and David Esbjornson.[3]
Career
Isaac made his television debut in 2015, playing Tariq Al Juhani in the series Person of Interest.[4] In 2017, he appeared in National Theatre Live: Salomé as Simon bar Giora,[5] and in Price for Freedom. He later guest-starred in Madam Secretary (2018), portraying Salman.[6]
Isaac gained prominence for his role as Simon Peter in The Chosen,[7][8] a television drama about the life of Jesus, created by Dallas Jenkins. The show premiered in 2017, with first-billed Isaac playing the role across the series. In 2022, he appeared in The Good Fight as Zev Beker, an Israeli Krav Maga instructor.[9]
Personal life
Outside acting, Isaac is a photographer. He operates a professional photography website, and his work has been exhibited in galleries. He has also published a photo-art book titled The Road Begins in Capernaum.[10]
Isaac is also a musician, playing the guitar and bass, and occasionally shares his performances online. He is multilingual, speaking Hebrew, Spanish, and Portuguese, and has helped fellow actors with dialect coaching for The Chosen.[11]
Isaac completed his compulsory military service in the Israel Defense Forces (IDF).[12] In line with Israeli regulations requiring citizens under 40 to serve when needed, he was recalled to reserve duty following the events of 2023.[13]
Filmography
| † | Denotes film or TV productions that have not yet been released |
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Person of Interest | Tariq Al Juhani | 1 episode |
| 2018 | Madam Secretary | Salman | 1 episode |
| 2022 | The Good Fight | Zev Beker | 3 episode |
| 2019-2025 | The Chosen | Simon Peter | Main role |
Film
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Price for Freedom | Sepuhr | Action/Drama |
Theatre credits
| Year | Title | Role | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022–24 | Salomé | Bar Giora | National Theatre Live |
References
- ^ "Meet the Real-Life Loves of 'The Chosen' Cast (Including One Couple Who Acted Together on the Show!)". People.com. Retrieved 2025-08-20.
- ^ "Shahar Isaac". News Pioneer. 11 August 2024. Retrieved 20 August 2025.
- ^ "Shahar Isaac: Bio, Career, Net Worth". Papular Magazine. 8 June 2024. Retrieved 20 August 2025.
- ^ "Who is Shahar Isaac? A look at his wife, movies and TV shows". The Biography. 16 April 2024. Retrieved 20 August 2025.
- ^ "National Theatre Live Salomé". Home. Retrieved 2025-08-20.
- ^ "Shahar Isaac's facts: social media personality". Briefly. 13 January 2023. Retrieved 20 August 2025.
- ^ Nordin, Lisa (2025-05-19). "The 8 Best Simon Peter Scenes in 'The Chosen,' Ranked". Collider. Retrieved 2025-08-20.
- ^ Swrup, Aahana (2025-06-14). "Who Plays Simon Peter in The Chosen?". Moviedelic. Retrieved 2025-08-20.
- ^ Behzadi, Sofia (2022-07-28). "'The Good Fight': Phylicia Rashad & Shahar Isaac To Recur On Season 6 Of Paramount+ Series". Deadline. Retrieved 2025-08-20.
- ^ "Who is Shahar Isaac? Where is he from and what does he do?". Buzz South Africa. 21 June 2022. Retrieved 20 August 2025.
- ^ "Shahar Isaac's biography: ethnicity, faith, movies, photography". Legit.ng. 2 February 2023. Retrieved 20 August 2025.
- ^ Chamberlain, Dale (2025-03-27). "'The Chosen' Star Shahar Isaac, an IDF Veteran, Urges the US To Take Action Against Hamas To Release Remaining Hostages". ChurchLeaders. Retrieved 2025-08-20.
- ^ Jance (2025-07-09). "Shahar Isaac Age, Wife, Height, Movies and TV Shows, Faith, Wikipedia". Retrieved 2025-08-20.