Born in 1971 in Rye, New York, he became one of the youngest actors to receive an Academy Award nomination. He gained fame at age eight for his role as Billy Kramer in the 1979 film "Kramer vs. Kramer," earning a Best Supporting Actor nod. He later appeared in films like "Sixteen Candles" and pursued education at Skidmore College. After taking a step back from acting, he worked in the digital media industry and participated in film festivals and events, maintaining a connection to the entertainment world.