After completing his graduate studies in Psychology, Burgess embarked on a four-year training journey at the renowned Playhouse West in Los Angeles under the guidance of esteemed instructors Robert Carnegie and Oscar-nominated actor Jeff Goldblum.
Throughout his career, Burgess has showcased his remarkable versatility by portraying a diverse range of characters, including:
As the formidable antagonist Ray Budds in the blockbuster film "Remember the Titans", opposite Academy Award winner Denzel Washington.
As a series regular on the flagship drama "Army Wives" (Lifetime),Burgess brought to life the complex and conflicted character of Eddie Hall, a Ranger and family man.
In the Warner Brothers thriller "The Reaping", Burgess starred as David Winter, the husband of Katherine, played by Oscar winner Hilary Swank.
Notably, Burgess has also recurred as Randy Roberts on the smash hit "Nashville" (ABC),Bobby Irons on the CW favorite "One Tree Hill", and Jeff Rumson on the comedy series "Marry Me" with Lucy Liu.
In addition to his impressive television and film credits, Burgess received a nomination for Best Actor at the Boston Film Festival for his captivating performance as Bruce Snow in the award-winning thriller "Insignificant Others".
Most recently, Burgess has taken on a series regular role on the long-running hit CBS show "The Young and the Restless".
