About Scott

Actor and producer Scott Michael Foster has established himself as a versatile leading man, known for bringing humor, heart, and complexity to memorable roles across television and film. In 2026, Foster stars opposite Lacey Chabert in the Hallmark+ six-episode limited series Paris Is Always a Good Idea. Adapted from the bestselling novel by Jenn McKinlay, Foster portrays Jason Knightly, an ambitious office rival-turned-ally who joins Chabert’s character on a journey across Europe to secure a critical donation while helping her revisit pivotal moments from her past.

Foster is perhaps best known for his role as Nathaniel Plimpton III on The CW’s critically acclaimed, Emmy Award-winning musical comedy series Crazy Ex-Girlfriend. Joining the series in its second season, Foster quickly became a fan favorite for his portrayal of the ambitious attorney and eventual love interest to Rebecca Bunch, played by Rachel Bloom. The groundbreaking series earned widespread praise throughout its four-season run for its sharp writing, innovative musical format, and nuanced exploration of mental health, cementing its place as one of television’s most celebrated comedies.

Additional recent credits for Foster include starring opposite Laura Marano, Avan Jogia, and Jordi Webber in Netflix’s romantic comedy Choose Love, as well as Hallmark’s Return to Office opposite Janel Parrish. He also recurred on Netflix’s You opposite Penn Badgley and appeared alongside Gina Rodriguez in ABC’s Not Dead Yet.

Foster first gained widespread recognition for his fan-favorite role as Cappie on Freeform’s (previously ABC Family) hit series Greek, a role he played for four seasons. During the show’s run, he expanded into writing and producing, selling his original script Neighbros to Comedy Central. His extensive television credits include Californication, The River, Zero Hour, Once Upon a Time, Blood & Oil, Friends with Benefits, Law & Order: LA, Parenthood, Quarterlife, Halt and Catch Fire, The Closer and Chasing Life. On the film side, his credits include My Dead Boyfriend opposite Heather Graham, Gina Gershon, and John Corbett; IFC Films’ The Pact II; The Boy Behind the Door; Heritage Day and Teenage Dirtbag.

Beyond acting, Foster has continued to expand his work as a producer. He executive produced and starred in the short film Dandelions, written by Kevin Bigley and directed by Kate Cobb. The film follows a successful novelist who returns to the small hometown that inspired his work and is forced to confront the people and experiences he leveraged for personal success. Dandelions screened on the festival circuit, further showcasing Foster’s commitment to championing character-driven stories both in front of and behind the camera.

Born in Illinois and raised in the Dallas–Fort Worth area of Texas, Foster knew from an early age that he wanted to pursue a career in acting. He spent his childhood just outside of Chicago, where his family lived on a farm and he was homeschooled. His interest in performance began when his older sisters became involved in theater, sparking a passion that would ultimately shape his future.

After relocating to Texas with his family at age 12, Foster immersed himself in the arts, enrolling in theater classes throughout middle and high school before continuing his training through the Quad C Theatre Program at Collin County Community College. In 2004, he made the move to Los Angeles to pursue acting professionally, launching a career that has spanned more than two decades across film, television, and producing.

Foster currently resides in the Los Angeles area.