Born in Evanston, Illinois, he is an American actor and comedian known for his distinctive voice and comedic timing. He gained widespread recognition for his role as Nick Miller on the TV series "New Girl," which aired from 2011 to 2018. His film credits include roles in "21 Jump Street," "Safety Not Guaranteed," and "Jurassic World." He also lent his voice to Peter B. Parker in the animated hit "Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse." He studied at the University of Iowa before moving to Los Angeles to pursue acting.