Josh McDermitt

Josh McDermitt was born on June 4, 1978, in Phoenix, Arizona.
McDermitt began his career as a comedian in the entertainment industry and first gained recognition as a producer for the popular radio show "Tim & Willy."
He later turned to stand-up comedy and attracted national attention as a semi-finalist on NBC's talent competition "Last Comic Standing" in 2006.
To hone his comedic skills, he moved to Los Angeles, where he became a member of "The Groundlings," a renowned improvisational comedy troupe that has nurtured talents such as Will Ferrell and Kristen Wiig.
However, the role that propelled McDermitt to worldwide fame was that of Dr. Eugene Porter in AMC's hit series "The Walking Dead" (2014–2022).
Joining the show in its fourth season, McDermitt portrayed a clever yet cowardly character who initially claimed to have found a cure for the zombie outbreak but was actually lying to survive.
With his distinctive "mullet" hairstyle and gravelly speaking style, Eugene quickly became one of the series' most memorable and unique characters.
The character of Eugene underwent one of the show's most striking and complex transformations.

McDermitt masterfully portrayed the character's transformation from cowardice and selfishness into an indispensable member of the group and a true hero, utilizing his own intelligence and skills. This evolution of the character garnered great acclaim from both audiences and critics, showcasing McDermitt's dramatic acting prowess. Following "The Walking Dead," McDermitt continued to appear in various television and film projects. By combining his timing skills rooted in comedy with the dramatic depth he demonstrated in "The Walking Dead," he has taken on diverse roles. In addition to his acting career, McDermitt is also a licensed hot air balloon pilot, known for this intriguing hobby.