Michael Zegen

Michael Zegen is an American actor known for his roles across television and film, including celebrated series such as ‘The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel’ and ‘Boardwalk Empire’. After making over 50 appearances on ‘The Late Show With David Letterman’ as ‘Dwight The Troubled Teen,’ Michael Zegen established a strong presence in the entertainment industry. He further built his television career with a recurring role as Damien Keefe in ‘Rescue Me’ from 2004 to 2011, where his character was eventually promoted to the main cast for seasons 5 and 6.

Zegen continued to gain recognition for his impactful work on premium cable, notably portraying the iconic gangster Bugsy Siegel in HBO’s critically acclaimed series ‘Boardwalk Empire’ from 2010 to 2014, and Randall Culver in AMC’s popular series ‘The Walking Dead’ between 2011 and 2012. Expanding his versatile acting range, Zegen transitioned into feature films, appearing in a series of notable projects. His filmography includes appearances in Noah Baumbach’s ‘Frances Ha’ (2012), the Oscar-nominated ‘Brooklyn’ (2015) alongside Saoirse Ronan, and ‘The Seagull’ (2018). Demonstrating his breadth across mediums, Zegen also made his Broadway debut in the acclaimed revival of Arthur Miller’s ‘A View from the Bridge’ in 2015, showcasing his talent on the prestigious New York stage.

Looking ahead, Zegen continues to engage in high-profile projects across film and television. In 2024, he took on the role of Alberto Falcone in the anticipated Max series ‘The Penguin’ and starred as Andy Singer in the feature film ‘Notice to Quit.’ He is also slated to appear in the upcoming TV mini-series ‘Too Much’ in 2025, underscoring his consistent demand and ongoing trajectory in the industry.