Zachary Israel "Zach" Braff (born April 6, 1975) is an
American
actor,
director,
screenwriter, and
producer.
During the 2000s, he became known for his role as
John 'J.D.' Dorian, on the popular TV Series
Scrubs, which earned him his first
Emmy nomination.
Braff also wrote, starred in, and directed 2004's
Garden State, a coming of age film which brought him his first financial success and critical acclaim in film work. The
soundtrack record, which he selected and produced, earned him a
Grammy for
Best Soundtrack Album in 2005.
