Zach Braff

Zach Braff is an actor and filmmaker known for his work in television and film, including his prominent role in “Scrubs” and his directorial debut with “Garden State.” After his breakthrough role as Dr. John ‘J.D.’ Dorian in the critically acclaimed television series Scrubs, which premiered in 2001, Zach Braff garnered significant industry recognition, including three Golden Globe nominations and an Emmy nomination for his performance. During his tenure on Scrubs from 2001 to 2010, Braff also expanded his creative contributions by directing several episodes, notably helming the 100th episode, ‘My Way Home,’ in 2006. Braff made his highly successful feature film directorial and screenwriting debut with the independent film Garden State in 2004, in which he also starred.

Produced on a budget of $2.5 million, the film achieved significant commercial success, grossing over $35 million at the box office and developing a dedicated cult following. His multifaceted work on Garden State earned him critical accolades, including the National Board of Review Award for Best Directorial Debut and a Grammy Award for Best Compilation Soundtrack Album for a Motion Picture, Television or Other Visual Media in 2005 for its acclaimed soundtrack. He further showcased his versatile talent by lending his voice to animated features such as Chicken Little (2005) and Oz the Great and Powerful (2013). Continuing his filmmaking endeavors, Braff directed the film Wish I Was Here (2014), which notably received partial funding through a successful Kickstarter campaign.

Beyond his extensive work in film and television, he co-founded the Mermaid Oyster Bar in New York City, diversifying his ventures. He also co-hosts the popular Scrubs rewatch podcast, ‘Fake Doctors, Real Friends,’ alongside Donald Faison, maintaining an active engagement with his long-standing fanbase. Looking ahead, Braff is officially attached to a Scrubs reboot project slated for 2025.