Born on March 5, 1989, in Fort Collins, Colorado, he gained fame as a child actor. He is best known for portraying Anakin Skywalker in "Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace" (1999). Before this iconic role, he appeared in TV series like "ER" and films such as "Jingle All the Way" (1996). Despite early success, he retired from acting in 2001, citing the pressures of fame. He later pursued a degree in film and briefly worked behind the scenes before stepping away from the industry.