Personal details
Born:
- Birthday: 1978-06-13
- Born Place: Huntington Beach, California, USA
Also Known As:
Ethan Randall, ایتان امبری
Ethan Embry
Ethan Embry is an American actor with a career spanning several decades, known for his diverse roles across film and television. Born Ethan Philan Randall on June 13, 1978, in Huntington Beach, California, he began acting at a young age, adopting his mother's maiden name, Embry, as his stage name.Embry first gained significant recognition in the 1990s with roles in popular films such as Empire Records (1995), where he played Mark, a memorable slacker, and That Thing You Do! (1996), portraying the drummer of The Wonders. Other notable film appearances from this period include Vegas Vacation (1997) and Can't Hardly Wait (1998).As his career progressed, Embry transitioned into more mature and often darker roles, showcasing his versatility. His filmography includes Sweet Home Alabama (2002), Harold & Kumar Go to White Castle (2004), Vacancy (2007), and The Devil's Candy (2015), which received critical acclaim for his performance.On television, Embry has maintained a strong presence. He had a recurring role as Detective Shelby in the Showtime series Brotherhood and a memorable stint as Greg Mendell in ABC's Once Upon a Time. He also appeared in Sneaky Pete and Grace and Frankie. A significant role for him was as Coyote in the Netflix series Grace and Frankie, which showcased his comedic timing and dramatic depth.Most recently, Embry took on a central role as Deputy Ren Accord in the psychological folk horror film Alma & the Wolf, which premiered on June 20, 2025. In this film, his character is at the heart of the mystery, grappling with paranoia and personal loss. Embry continues to be a consistent presence in both independent and mainstream productions.
