Actor
Zach Braff
- Born: 6 April 1975, South Orange, New Jersey, USA
- Estimated net worth: $20 million
Zach Braff is an American actor, director, and producer known for his role as J.D. in the television series Scrubs. He gained recognition for his work in films like Garden State and Wish I Was Here. Braff is celebrated for his distinctive voice and comedic…
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About Zach Braff
Zach Braff is an American actor, director, and producer known for his role as J.D. in the television series Scrubs. He gained recognition for his work in films like Garden State and Wish I Was Here. Braff is celebrated for his distinctive voice and comedic style, often blending humor with emotional depth in his performances.
- Born
- 6 April 1975, South Orange, New Jersey, USA
- Known for
- Acting
- Height
- 5 ft 11 in (1.80 m)
- Spouses
- Florence Pugh (2019-2022)
- Children
- 1, Hal Braff
- Parents
- Harvey Braff, Anne Brodzinsky
- Estimated net worth
- $20 million
Fun facts about Zach Braff
- Zach Braff wrote and directed the film Garden State, which was inspired by his own experiences.
- He has a passion for music and often incorporates it into his projects, including soundtracks for his films.
Famous Zach Braff quotes
“I can't tell you how much I love you.”
“It's all about how you choose to see things.”
“You have to take risks, and that’s what makes life exciting.”
Zach Braff filmography
Cast (85)
| Year | Title | Character | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Clean Hands Movie | Kevin Simmers | |
| 2026 | Fake Doctors, Real Friends with Zach and Donald TV | Self - Host | |
| 2026 | Girls Like Girls Movie | Curtis | 7.6 |
| 2026 | Scrubs TV | John 'J.D.' Dorian | 7.7 |
| 2025 | Long Story Short TV | (voice) | 7.5 |
| 2025 | Garden State - The 20th Anniversary Concert Movie | Self - Host | 7.3 |
| 2024 | Bad Monkey TV | Israel 'Izzy' O'Peele | 7.2 |
| 2024 | French Girl Movie | Gordon Kinski | 6.2 |
| 2023 | Bookie TV | Locko Rocko (uncredited) | 7.0 |
| 2023 | A Little White Lie Movie | Real Shriver | 5.6 |
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| Year | Title | Character | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Obi-Wan Kenobi: A Jedi's Return Movie | Self - Freck | 6.8 |
| 2022 | Obi-Wan Kenobi TV | Freck (voice) | 7.0 |
| 2022 | Moonshot Movie | Leon Kovi | 6.5 |
| 2022 | Cheaper by the Dozen Movie | Paul Baker | 6.3 |
| 2021 | Reunion Road Trip TV | Self | |
| 2021 | Fuck Coin Movie | Self | |
| 2020 | The Comeback Trail Movie | Walter Creason | 5.8 |
| 2020 | Percy Movie | Jackson Weaver | 6.7 |
| 2020 | Who Wants to Be a Millionaire TV | Self - Contestant | 9.2 |
| 2018 | Alex, Inc. TV | Alex Schuman | 6.3 |
| 2017 | Bill Nye Saves the World TV | Self | 3.9 |
| 2017 | The Disaster Artist Movie | Zach Braff (uncredited) | 7.1 |
| 2016 | In Dubious Battle Movie | Connor | 5.8 |
| 2015 | Colin Hay: Waiting for My Real Life Movie | Self | 5.3 |
| 2015 | Celebrity Family Feud TV | Self | 7.7 |
| 2015 | The Late Late Show with James Corden TV | Self - Guest | 5.1 |
| 2014 | BoJack Horseman TV | Zach Braff (voice) | 8.5 |
| 2014 | Wish I Was Here Movie | Aidan Bloom | 6.5 |
| 2014 | Video Games: The Movie Movie | Self | 6.2 |
| 2014 | Undateable TV | Zach | 6.6 |
| 2014 | Late Night with Seth Meyers TV | Self | 5.1 |
| 2014 | Off Camera with Sam Jones TV | Self | 5.0 |
| 2013 | My Journey in Oz Movie | Self | |
| 2013 | Oz the Great and Powerful Movie | Frank / Finley | 5.9 |
| 2013 | Circus Halligalli TV | Unknown character | 6.2 |
| 2012 | The Color of Time Movie | Albert | 4.0 |
| 2012 | Good Mythical Morning TV | Himself | 6.9 |
| 2012 | Good Mythical Morning TV | Self | 6.9 |
| 2011 | The Exes TV | Chuck Feeney | 6.6 |
| 2011 | The High Cost of Living Movie | Henry | 6.1 |
| 2010 | Conan TV | Self | 7.2 |
| 2009 | Scrubs: Med School TV | John "J.D" Dorian | |
| 2009 | Cougar Town TV | Pizza Guy (uncredited) | 6.5 |
| 2009 | Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen TV | Self - Guest | 4.9 |
| 2009 | The Tonight Show with Conan O'Brien TV | Self - Guest | 7.2 |
| 2009 | Söndagsparty med Filip & Fredrik TV | Unknown character | 8.0 |
| 2009 | Scrubs: Interns TV | John "J.D." Dorian | 5.1 |
| 2009 | Crazy Hair Day Movie | Unknown character | |
| 2007 | The Graham Norton Show TV | Self | 7.2 |
| 2007 | Wallace's Lists Movie | Unknown character | |
| 2006 | The Ex Movie | Tom Reilly | 5.3 |
| 2006 | The Last Kiss Movie | Michael | 6.1 |
| 2005 | The Reichen Show TV | Self | 4.8 |
| 2005 | Chicken Little Movie | Chicken Little (voice) | 5.9 |
| 2005 | I’m Still Here: Real Diaries of Young People Who Lived During the Holocaust Movie | Himself | 5.3 |
| 2004 | Walt Disney World Christmas Day Parade Movie | Self | 9.0 |
| 2004 | The Misbehavers Movie | Self | 10.0 |
| 2004 | Garden State Movie | Andrew Largeman | 7.1 |
| 2003 | Arrested Development TV | Phillip Litt | 7.9 |
| 2003 | The Ellen DeGeneres Show TV | Self | 5.6 |
| 2003 | Punk'd TV | Self | 5.1 |
| 2003 | Jimmy Kimmel Live! TV | Self - Guest | 5.3 |
| 2002 | It's a Very Merry Muppet Christmas Movie Movie | Dr. John "J.D." Dorian | 6.0 |
| 2002 | Clone High TV | Paul Revere (voice) | 7.5 |
| 2002 | Clone High TV | X-Stream Mike (voice) | 7.5 |
| 2002 | Live from E! TV | Self | 3.7 |
| 2001 | Friday Night with Jonathan Ross TV | Self | 6.1 |
| 2001 | Scrubs TV | John 'J.D.' Dorian | 8.2 |
| 2000 | Endsville Movie | Dean | 10.0 |
| 2000 | The Broken Hearts Club: A Romantic Comedy Movie | Benji | 6.3 |
| 2000 | Blue Moon Movie | Young Fred | 7.5 |
| 1999 | The Early Show TV | Self | 6.2 |
| 1999 | The Late Late Show with Craig Kilborn TV | Self | 5.3 |
| 1999 | Getting to Know You Movie | Wesley | 7.5 |
| 1998 | TRL TV | Unknown character | 5.2 |
| 1997 | The View TV | Self | 4.3 |
| 1996 | The Daily Show TV | Self | 6.4 |
| 1993 | Late Night with Conan O'Brien TV | Self - Guest | 7.3 |
| 1993 | Manhattan Murder Mystery Movie | Nick Lipton | 7.3 |
| 1992 | The Tonight Show with Jay Leno TV | Unknown character | 5.3 |
| 1990 | The Baby-Sitters Club TV | David Cummings | 7.7 |
| 1988 | LIVE with Kelly and Mark TV | Self - Guest | 5.6 |
| 1988 | LIVE with Kelly and Mark TV | Self | 5.6 |
| 1975 | Saturday Night Live TV | Self - Host | 6.9 |
| 1952 | Today TV | Self | 5.6 |
Crew (33)
| Year | Title | Role | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Clean Hands Movie | Executive Producer · Production | |
| 2026 | Rooster TV | Director · Directing | 7.4 |
| 2026 | Scrubs TV | Director · Directing | 7.7 |
| 2026 | Scrubs TV | Executive Producer · Production | 7.7 |
| 2025 | Garden State - The 20th Anniversary Concert Movie | Executive Producer · Production | 7.3 |
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| Year | Title | Role | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Garden State - The 20th Anniversary Concert Movie | Writer · Writing | 7.3 |
| 2023 | The Mattachine Family Movie | Executive Producer · Production | 4.7 |
| 2023 | A Good Person Movie | Director · Directing | 7.0 |
| 2023 | A Good Person Movie | Writer · Writing | 7.0 |
| 2023 | A Good Person Movie | Producer · Production | 7.0 |
| 2023 | Shrinking TV | Director · Directing | 7.8 |
| 2021 | Solos TV | Director · Directing | 6.7 |
| 2020 | Ted Lasso TV | Director · Directing | 8.4 |
| 2019 | In the Time It Takes to Get There Movie | Director · Directing | 7.0 |
| 2019 | In the Time It Takes to Get There Movie | Producer · Production | 7.0 |
| 2019 | In the Time It Takes to Get There Movie | Writer · Writing | 7.0 |
| 2018 | Alex, Inc. TV | Director · Directing | 6.3 |
| 2018 | Alex, Inc. TV | Executive Producer · Production | 6.3 |
| 2017 | Just Say Goodbye Movie | Thanks · Crew | 6.8 |
| 2017 | Going in Style Movie | Director · Directing | 6.7 |
| 2014 | Wish I Was Here Movie | Writer · Writing | 6.5 |
| 2014 | Wish I Was Here Movie | Director · Directing | 6.5 |
| 2014 | Wish I Was Here Movie | Producer · Production | 6.5 |
| 2014 | Video Games: The Movie Movie | Executive Producer · Production | 6.2 |
| 2014 | The Internet's Own Boy: The Story of Aaron Swartz Movie | Executive Producer · Production | 7.9 |
| 2013 | My Journey in Oz Movie | Thanks · Crew | |
| 2013 | Tim Heidecker's Zach Braff's Wish I Was Here Movie | Story · Writing | |
| 2004 | Garden State Movie | Director · Directing | 7.1 |
| 2004 | Garden State Movie | Writer · Writing | 7.1 |
| 2001 | Scrubs TV | Executive Producer · Production | 8.2 |
| 2001 | Scrubs TV | Director · Directing | 8.2 |
| 1997 | Lionel on a Sun Day Movie | Director · Directing | 7.0 |
| 1997 | Lionel on a Sun Day Movie | Writer · Writing | 7.0 |
Latest releases
- Girls Like Girls2026 / TMDB 7.6
- Garden State - The 20th Anniversary Concert2025 / TMDB 7.3
- French Girl2024 / TMDB 6.2
- A Little White Lie2023 / TMDB 5.6
- Obi-Wan Kenobi: A Jedi's Return2022 / TMDB 6.8
- Moonshot2022 / TMDB 6.5
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Questions about Zach Braff
What are Zach Braff's most famous roles?
Zach Braff is best known for his role as J.D. in the TV series Scrubs and for writing and directing the film Garden State. He has also starred in several other films and series, showcasing his versatility as an actor.
Has Zach Braff won any awards?
Zach Braff has received several awards, including a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Individual Achievement in Comedy for Scrubs. He has also been nominated for various other accolades throughout his career.
What was Zach Braff's first film?
Zach Braff's first film role was in the 1994 movie The High Cost of Living. He gained further recognition with his breakout role in Garden State in 2004, which he also wrote and directed.
What is Zach Braff's estimated net worth?
Zach Braff's estimated net worth is reported to be around $20 million, primarily from his acting, directing, and producing work in television and film.
What are some of Zach Braff's successful films?
Some of Zach Braff's successful films include Garden State, Wish I Was Here, and Going in Style. His work often combines elements of comedy and drama, resonating with audiences.
Is Zach Braff involved in any TV projects?
Yes, Zach Braff starred in the television series Scrubs, which aired from 2001 to 2010. He has also appeared in other series and is involved in various projects as a director and producer.
What is Zach Braff's acting style?
Zach Braff's acting style is characterized by a blend of humor and emotional depth. He often portrays relatable characters, bringing a unique charm to his performances that resonates with viewers.
Does Zach Braff have any children?
Yes, Zach Braff has one child named Hal Braff. He shares this child with his former partner, actress Florence Pugh.