Born on March 25, 1982, in Houston, Texas, he moved to Ohio as a child. He developed a passion for acting in high school and later relocated to Los Angeles to pursue his career. He gained early recognition with roles in "Yours, Mine & Ours" and the teen drama "Life as We Know It." His breakout role came in 2008 with "Never Back Down," where he played a rebellious fighter. Known for his roles in action and drama, he continues to work in both film and television.