Biography
Eric Goins is an American actor, improviser, producer, educator, and union leader based in Atlanta, Georgia. After graduating from Emory University, he started his professional journey in corporate marketing and communications before discovering improvisation, which sparked his transition to a successful career in film and television.
Recognized for his portrayal of grounded, authentic characters with subtle authority, Eric has appeared in numerous TV series such as The Righteous Gemstones, Halt and Catch Fire as Larry, DC's Stargirl as The Gambler/Steven Sharpe, Will Trent, Cobra Kai, The Originals, Black Lightning, Army Wives, One Tree Hill, Drop Dead Diva, Meet the Browns, and Hulu’s Murdaugh: Death in the Family. His film credits include The Accountant, Ride Along, Ride Along 2, Boss Level, Dirty Grandpa, The Watch, The Family That Preys, among many other studio productions.
In addition to acting, Eric has over twenty years of experience performing and teaching improvisation, including a role as Assistant Artistic Director at Whole World Improv Theatre in Atlanta. He has also written, produced, and directed content for television and digital platforms.
Eric currently serves as President of the SAG-AFTRA Atlanta Local and has held several national leadership positions within the union. His roles include membership on the 2022-2025 Commercial Negotiating Committee, the 2023 TV/Theatrical/Streaming Negotiating Committee, Vice Chair of the National Strike Preparedness and Contract Communication Committee, Chair of the Geographic Disparity Task Force for the Committee of Locals, and participation in multiple national committees focused on principal performers, self-taping, education, and member engagement.
