Born in New Rochelle, New York, he is an acclaimed American actor and director known for his versatility and depth in various roles. He gained widespread recognition for his role as Dr. Joel Fleischman in the television series "Northern Exposure," earning multiple award nominations. He also starred in the legal drama "The Whole Truth" and the hit series "Numb3rs," playing FBI agent Don Eppes. Aside from television, he has appeared in films like "Quiz Show" and "The Bucket List."