Josh Stamberg
Biography
Joshua Collins Stamberg, born January 4, 1970 in Washington, D.C., is an American actor. He is the son of journalist Susan Stamberg and Louis C. Stamberg and attended the University of Wisconsin–Madison. Stamberg was a regular cast member on the Lifetime comedy‑drama Drop Dead Diva from 2009 to 2012 and later held recurring roles on the series Parenthood, The Affair, and the Marvel Disney+ series WandaVision, where he portrays S.W.O.R.D. Director Tyler Hayward. His television work also includes appearances on Nashville, Law & Order, CSI: Miami, Grey’s Anatomy, and the Lie to Me pilot. In film, he has appeared in titles such as Fracture. The actor’s career includes more than seventy credited roles.
Career overview
Joshua Collins Stamberg was born on January 4, 1970, in Washington, District of Columbia. He is the son of journalist Susan Stamberg and Louis C. Stamberg and attended the University of Wisconsin–Madison before pursuing a career in acting. Stamberg’s professional work is catalogued under more than seventy‑two credited roles.
Stamberg’s most visible television work began with a regular cast position on the Lifetime comedy‑drama Drop Dead Diva, a role he held from 2009 through 2012. Following that series, he secured recurring parts on several notable shows, including Parenthood, The Affair, and the Disney+ Marvel series WandaVision, in which he portrayed S.W.O.R.D. Director Tyler Hayward. His broader television résumé includes guest appearances on Nashville, Law & Order, CSI: Miami, Grey’s Anatomy, and the pilot for Lie to Me, as well as additional work on Parenthood.
In addition to his extensive television career, Stamberg has appeared in feature films, most prominently in the legal thriller Fracture. His body of work reflects a steady presence across both network and streaming platforms, encompassing drama, comedy, and genre programming.
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74 titles- A.I. (2025) as Eli
- Magic Hour (2025) as Bob
- ted (2024) as Professor Lucas Damon
- Based on a True Story (2023) as Danny Merrick
- Minx (2022) as George
- The Time Traveler's Wife (2022) as Richard DeTamble
- Fleishman Is in Trouble (2022) as Sam Rothberg
- WandaVision (2021) as Director Tyler Hayward
- Marvel Studios Assembled (2021) as Self - Director Hayward
- Marvel Studios' 2021 Disney+ Day Special (2021) as Tyler Hayward (archive footage)
- Operation Varsity Blues: The College Admissions Scandal (2021) as Bill McGlashan
- The Loudest Voice (2019) as Bill Shine
- Justine (2019) as Michael
- Bad Art (2019) as James
- The Rookie (2018) as Dexter Hayes
- 9-1-1 (2018) as Ben Hooks
- Magnum P.I. (2018) as Shane Whelan
- The Etruscan Smile (2018) as Jeff
- Home Again (2017) as Warren
- MacGyver (2016) as Paul 'Deacon' Hern
- Havenhurst (2016) as Tim
- Day Out of Days (2015) as Josh
- The Affair (2014) as Max
- The Affair (2014) as Max Cadman
- Dark Skies (2013) as Police Officer
- Afternoon Delight (2013) as Matt
- Saving Lincoln (2013) as Salmon P. Chase
- Longmire (2012)
- Perception (2012) as Sean
- The Carrier (2012) as Kelly
- Phil Cobb's Dinner For Four (2012) as Randy
- Suits (2011) as Richard Jensen
- Unforgettable (2011) as Robert Bright
- J. Edgar (2011) as Agent Stokes
- Parenthood (2010) as Carl Fletcher
- Justified (2010) as Alex Barnes
- Legion (2010) as Burton
- The Good Wife (2009) as Dr. Joseph Portnow
- Castle (2009) as Martin Danberg
- Lie to Me (2009) as A.U.S.A. Hutchinson
- Drop Dead Diva (2009) as Jay Parker
- Fracture (2007) as Norman Foster
- Brothers and Sisters (2006) as Cliff
- Men in Trees (2006) as Jim Switzer
- Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip (2006) as Luke Scott
- Love Monkey (2006) as Eli
- Courting Alex (2006) as Stephen
- Grey's Anatomy (2005) as Tommy Walker
- Criminal Minds (2005) as Mike Acklin
- It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia (2005) as Ari Frenkel
- Over There (2005) as Lt. Underpants / Alexander Hunter
- A Lot Like Love (2005) as Michael
- Love For Rent (2005) as Paul
- Must Love Dogs (2005) as Lennie
- House (2004) as Don Herrick
- NCIS (2003) as Major Ike Varnai
- Arrested Development (2003) as Sergeant Briggs
- CSI: Miami (2002) as Ben McCadden
- Monk (2002) as Agent Grooms
- The Time Machine (2002) as Motorist
- The Perfect You (2002) as Eddie
- Law & Order: Criminal Intent (2001) as Chris Denardi
- Six Feet Under (2001) as Sarge
- Kate & Leopold (2001) as Colleague Bob
- CSI: Crime Scene Investigation (2000) as Dr. Tripton
- Deadline (2000)
- The $treet (2000) as Grant Johnson
- The Photographer (2000) as Peter Morgan
- Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (1999) as Judge Charles Gallagher
- Sex and the City (1998) as Brian
- Spin City (1996) as Phil
- Normandy: The Great Crusade (1994) as Francis Greenleaf (voice)
- Law & Order (1990) as Mechanic
- Law & Order (1990) as Martin Stanley
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Josh Stamberg best known for?
Josh Stamberg is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including ted (2024), Minx (2022), Wolves' Echoes (1968), WandaVision (2021).
When and where was Josh Stamberg born?
Josh Stamberg was born on January 4, 1970 in Washington, District of Columbia, USA.
How many credits does Josh Stamberg have?
Josh Stamberg has accumulated over 74 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1990 to 2025.
What is Josh Stamberg's background in cinema and television?
Joshua Collins Stamberg, born January 4, 1970 in Washington, D.C., is an American actor. He is the son of journalist Susan Stamberg and Louis C. Stamberg and attended the University of Wisconsin–Madison. Stamberg was a regular cast member on the Lifetime comedy‑drama Drop Dead Diva from 2009 to 2012 and later held recu...