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Eddie Kaye Thomas Biography

Birth Name:Eddie Kaye Thomas

Birth Place:New York City, New York, United States

Profession Actor, Soundtrack

Fast Facts

  • Won a 2000 Young Hollywood Award as a member of the cast of "American Pie․"
  • He began his acting career in 1992 on stage, appearing in "Four Baboons Adoring the Sun․"
  • Began acting at age 7, leading to working with the Brooklyn Shakespeare Company at age 10 before making his Broadway debut at age 12, then working on screen in his first role on TV's "Are You Afraid of the Dark?" series
  • Quote: "(Advice for aspiring actors) "To never, ever give up․ It's a business built on rejection and rejection is just one step closer to acceptance․""
  • Film, TV and stage actor best recognized for the role of Paul Finch from the "American Pie" movie franchise
  • In 1999, he had a role in rock group 311's music video for "Flowing․"
  • In 2000, he became a season-ticket holder for professional soccer team the San Jose Earthquakes
  • Nicknamed "Leaf․"

Awards

  • 2000Young Hollywood Award-Best Ensemble Cast: winner