Scott Michael Foster Biography: Height, Ethnicity, Age, Net Worth, Siblings, Parents, TV Series, Movies

Scott Michael Foster is an American actor renowned for his versatile performances in both television and film.

He gained prominence portraying Captain John Paul “Cappie” Jones in the ABC Family series Greek (2007–2011).

Foster further showcased his range with roles such as Leo Hendrie in Chasing Life (2014–2015) and Nathaniel Plimpton III in Crazy Ex-Girlfriend (2017–2019).

Profile

• Full Name: Scott Michael Foster
• Stage Name: Scott Michael Foster
• Born: 4, March 1985
• Age: 40 years old
• Birthplace: Winfield, Illinois, U.S.
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: Actor
• Height: 1.88 m
• Parents: Michael C. Foster and Tammy Foster
• Siblings: Two older sisters
• Spouse: None
• Children: None
• Relationship: Engaged
• Net Worth: $500,000 to $5 million

Early Life And Education

Scott Michael Foster was born on March 4, 1985, in Winfield, Illinois, to Michael C. and Tammy Foster. He has two older sisters. The family relocated to Highland Village, Texas, where Foster developed an interest in acting during elementary school.

He attended Briarhill Middle School and graduated from Edward S. Marcus High School in 2003, where he actively participated in theater productions. Foster briefly studied acting at Collin College before moving to Los Angeles to pursue a professional acting career. He is of Caucasian descent; his religious beliefs are not publicly disclosed.

Career

Scott Michael Foster began his acting career with the indie film The Horrible Flowers in 2005, quickly gaining recognition for his breakthrough role as Captain John Paul “Cappie” Jones in the ABC Family series Greek (2007–2011).

During this period, he also starred in the independent film Teenage Dirtbag (2009), which helped establish his presence in both television and film. His early work included guest appearances on shows such as The Closer and Women’s Murder Club, showcasing his versatility across various genres.

After Greek, Foster expanded his television repertoire with recurring roles in notable series, including Californication (2012), The River (2012), and Zero Hour (2013). He portrayed Leo Hendrie in Chasing Life (2014–2015) and took on the role of Kristoff in Once Upon a Time (2014).

In 2015, he starred as Wick Briggs in Blood & Oil, earning him recognition as one of Variety’s “10 Actors to Watch.” His role as Nathaniel Plimpton III in Crazy Ex-Girlfriend (2017–2019) further solidified his reputation, blending his dramatic and comedic talents.

In recent years, Foster has continued to diversify his career with roles such as Ryan Goodwin in the Netflix thriller You (2021) and Paul in the interactive Netflix film Choose Your Adventure: Love (2023).

He also appeared as Tom Cole/Mr. Tuesday in the Hallmark Channel movie Return To Office (2025). His performances have been praised for their depth and adaptability, reflecting a steady evolution in his craft and a broadening of his artistic range

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @scottmfoster

Personal Life

Scott Michael Foster is engaged to actress Carson Fagerbakke, daughter of actor Bill Fagerbakke, after beginning their relationship in 2019 and announcing their engagement in December 2024.

The couple has kept their relationship relatively private, sharing only glimpses of their life on social media, where moments of their love and milestones have been warmly celebrated by fans and friends alike.

Foster, originally from Winfield, Illinois, now resides in Los Angeles, California, where he continues to build his acting career while maintaining a grounded personal life.

Filmography

• The Horrible Flowers (2005)
• Teenage Dirtbag (2009)
• Ashley’s Ashes (2010)
• The Pact 2 (2014)
• My Dead Boyfriend (2016)
• 5 Years Apart (2019)
• The Boy Behind the Door (2020)
• Choose Love (2023)

Television:

• Greek (2007–2011)
• Californication (2012)
• The River (2012)
• Zero Hour (2013)
• Chasing Life (2014–2015)
• Once Upon a Time (2014)
• Blood & Oil (2015)
• Crazy Ex-Girlfriend (2017–2019)
• You (2021)
• Not Dead Yet (2023)
• Return To Office (2025)

Net Worth

Scott Michael Foster’s net Worth is estimated to be between $500,000 and $5 million. His primary sources of income include his roles in television series and films. Foster’s consistent work in the entertainment industry over the years has contributed to his financial success.