He’s best known as the actor who stepped into the role of computer specialist Jason Wylie on CBS’ The Mentalist back in 2013, bringing a sharp and quirky energy to the series. Not long after, in 2014, he gained even more attention with his performance as Zart in the hit young adult film adaptation The Maze Runner, which helped boost his profile in Hollywood. Before all the spotlight, though, he started small—making his television debut in 2010 with a guest appearance on an episode of the police procedural Detroit 1-8-7. It’s interesting to note that he comes from a family with acting roots; he’s actually the grandson of veteran performer Jerry Adler, widely recognized for his role on The Good Wife. Over the years, he’s steadily built a solid career, balancing genre roles with strong supporting turns, and continues to be a familiar face on screen. He definitely seems to be carving out his own path, yet it’s hard not to appreciate the legacy he’s connected to through his grandfather.
He was brought on to play the role of Dr. Isaac Cross in Grey’s Anatomy, stepping into the spotlight after the departure of actor Patrick Dempsey. He really made the character his own, bringing a fresh dynamic to the show. He quickly became a key figure in the series, and fans started to see him as an integral part of the hospital’s storylines. He handled the transition with ease, showing both depth and charisma as Dr. Isaac Cross. He proved that he could fill big shoes while still making the role uniquely his.