Zach Braff

Zach Braff (also credited as Zachary Israel Braff) is an American screen artist best known for acting, with a career that spans television, film, voice work, and behind-the-camera storytelling. Born on April 6, 1975, in South Orange, New Jersey, Braff first drew wide attention for playing Dr. John Dorian on the long-running TV comedy Scrubs, a performance that earned major awards recognition and helped make him a defining face of early-2000s television.

On the big screen, Braff’s film debut arrived with a supporting role in Woody Allen’s Manhattan Murder Mystery. He later expanded his range through romantic comedies and dramas such as The Last Kiss (as Michael), The Ex (as Tom Reilly), and The High Cost of Living (as Henry), as well as ensemble work in The Broken Hearts Club: A Romantic Comedy (as Benji).

Braff’s reputation grew further when he wrote, directed, and starred in Garden State as Andrew Largeman. Shot in his home state of New Jersey on a modest budget, the film became a breakout success and cemented him as a creator with a distinct voice. He also curated and produced the film’s soundtrack, which went on to win a Grammy.

Beyond live-action roles, Braff voiced the title character in Disney’s Chicken Little and appeared in fantasy adventure fare like Oz the Great and Powerful (as Frank / Finley). He continues to be associated with projects that blend humor and heartfelt introspection.