Soon he was immersed in the central Florida theater community, performing in numerous stage productions, including "A Chorus Line," "Fences," "A Raisin in the Sun," "Jesus Christ Superstar" and "I'm Not Rappaport."

Brady moved to Las Vegas and then Los Angeles in 1996, where he began working in theater and television. He performed at the prestigious Mark Taper Forum in its production of "Blade to the Heat." He also guest-starred on television series such as "I'll Fly Away," "Home Court" and "In the Heat of the Night."

He hosted the VH1 comedy series, "Vinyl Justice"; KABC's (Los Angeles) "Countdown to the American Music Awards" with percussionist Sheila E.; and the PBS/BET special, "Safe Night," with actor Doug E. Doug. In addition, Brady recently completed a featured role in the television musical, "Geppetto," starring Drew Carey. "Geppetto" airs this season on ABC's "The Wonderful World of Disney."

Brady has received several nominations for his work in theater, including Best Actor in a Musical for "Cotton Patch Gospel" at the distinguished Edyth Bush Theatre. He was named Sak Theatre's 1992 Rookie of the Year for Theatre Sports/Improv. Brady is also a member of the acclaimed improv comedy troupe, Houseful of Honkeys, which appears regularly at the Acme Comedy Theatre in Los Angeles.

Hometown: Orlando, FL
Birthdate: June 2

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