Paul Adelstein

Paul Adelstein is an American actor, producer, and writer known for his versatile roles across film and television, including memorable performances in “Prison Break” and “Private Practice.” After being cast as Agent Paul Kellerman in the Fox television series Prison Break in 2005, Paul Adelstein quickly garnered widespread recognition for his compelling performance as a series regular. This breakthrough followed an extensive foundation in theatre, including work with Chicago-based New Crime Productions, founded by John Cusack, and later the acclaimed Steppenwolf Theatre Company, where his stage credits included productions such as Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas and The Balcony. Adelstein made his film debut in The Grifters in 1990 and subsequently appeared in various television series, including Cupid, ER, Without a Trace, and Scrubs, before his pivotal role in Prison Break. Following his departure from Prison Break in 2007, Adelstein joined the main cast of the ABC medical drama Private Practice, portraying pediatrician Cooper Freedman throughout the show’s six seasons.

In 2022, Adelstein performed as Ted in the Oscar-winning film The Menu, adding another significant feature film to his diverse career portfolio. With a career spanning over three decades, Paul Adelstein continues to demonstrate his versatility as an actor, producer, and writer across film, television, and theatre, consistently delivering memorable performances in high-profile productions and expanding his contributions behind the camera.