Gideon T. Smith is a Pōneke based actor of Samoan and Chinese descent. With a strong foundation in dance—specializing in hip hop and Pacific contemporary—he went on to study acting at Toi Whakaari: New Zealand Drama School, graduating in 2022.

While training at Toi Whakaari, Gideon continued performing as a dancer, collaborating on multiple works with the acclaimed Pacific performing arts company, Le Moana.

Since graduating, he has landed key roles in both film and television, including a supporting role in the feature horror Grafted and a core cast role in the comedy television series Camp Be Better.

Beyond acting, Gideon has experience in various martial arts, including Capoeira, Muay Thai, and Jiu-Jitsu.