Steve Zahn

Steve Zahn (born November 13, 1967, in Marshall, Minnesota) is an American screen actor and comedian known for blending offbeat humor with grounded dramatic work. Also credited as Steven James Zahn, he has built a career defined by memorable supporting turns and scene-stealing character roles across film and television.

Zahn emerged in 1990s cinema with appearances such as Reality Bites (as Sammy Gray) and continued to gain attention through titles like Out of Sight (as Glenn Michaels) and Forces of Nature (as Alan). His filmography spans comedy, thrillers, and prestige drama, with later highlights including Dallas Buyers Club and War for the Planet of the Apes, alongside family-friendly hits like the early Diary of a Wimpy Kid films.

Beyond live-action work, Zahn has lent his voice to animated features including Chicken Little, Escape from Planet Earth, and The Good Dinosaur. On television, he has been a consistent presence, notably in a recurring role as Davis McAlary on HBO’s Treme, underscoring his range from comedy to character-driven drama.