Graduated with an Honours B․A․ in Media Studies from Deakin University in 1996
While still in college, he competed against 6,000 people to win his role in the musical "Rent․"
Was the lead singer in a pub band based in Melbourne before he became known as an actor
His breakout role in Australia was that of Detective Steve Owen in "Underbelly," which led to roles in other notable Australian series
Played Roger in the premiere Australian season of the musical "Rent," and has also appeared in productions of "Below" and "Leader of the Pack" on stage
Stated that he supports the Hawthorn football team
Was the spokesperson for Hyundai in Australia, appearing in television commercials for the cars
Awards
2011Astra Award-Most Outstanding Performance by an Actor - Male:nominated
2013The Equity Award-Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble Series in a Drama Series:nominated