Sam Palladio (born 21 November 1986) is a British actor and musician. He was brought up by his artist parents in Cornwall, England. He studied Actor Musicianship at Rose Bruford College in Sidcup, Kent, graduating in 2008.He currently stars as Gunnar Scott in the ABC musical drama series Nashville, and has a recurring role on Episodes. Palladio also guest starred on Little Crackers, Doctors, The Hour, and Cardinal Burns. His film credits include 7 Lives and Runner, Runner.