Born on February 27, 1965, in New York City, he is an accomplished American actor known for his robust supporting roles. After studying history at Yale University, he pursued acting at the Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute. He gained recognition for his performances in films like "The Truman Show," "Little Children," and "Super 8." On television, he is best known for his role as FBI agent Stan Beeman in the critically acclaimed series "The Americans." His work is marked by depth and subtlety.