Born on March 30, 1964, in Newark, New Jersey, he gained fame for his role as Steve Sanders on the popular TV series "Beverly Hills, 90210," which aired from 1990 to 2000. He later attracted attention for his portrayal of Fin Shepard in the "Sharknado" film series. He started his acting career in the early 1980s and has appeared in various TV shows and films. Beyond acting, he participated in "Dancing with the Stars" and has a background in voice acting.