Zach's early life was marked by a fierce determination to survive, a quality that would serve him well as he navigated the challenges of the entertainment industry. Born four months premature, Zach weighed in at a mere one pound five ounces, and his undeveloped lungs and translucent skin made his first six months of life a struggle. He spent those critical months hooked up to oxygen and receiving daily transfusions of blood in the neo-natal ward of New York University Hospital.
The oxygen tube that lodged in his throat would leave a lasting impact on his voice, giving him a unique sound that would later be compared to that of rock legend Rod Stewart. By the time he was just 14 years old, Zach had already established himself as a talented actor, voice-over artist, and singer, with a voice that belied his youth.
In addition to his vocal talents, Zach is also an accomplished drummer, performing with his own band, "The Blues Boys," as well as with his junior high school jazz band and the Cheyenne Youth Symphony Orchestra. Ironically, his drum coach in Los Angeles is none other than Tony Brock, the former drummer for Rod Stewart.
Despite being born in New York City, Zach and his mother made the move to Cheyenne, Wyoming as soon as he was well enough to travel. It was in Denver, just an hour from Cheyenne, that Zach began his career in modeling and acting. His big break came when he landed a role in the HBO movie "The Laramie Project" when he was just in third grade.
Since then, Zach has led a hectic life, flying back and forth between Wyoming and Los Angeles for work. His natural instinct to survive has served him well, and he has quickly made a name for himself in the entertainment industry. After six months of small parts and a slew of acting classes in L.A., Zach was cast in the Universal film "Smokin' Aces," directed by Joe Carnahan. According to the screening reviews, Zach stole the movie, and his agent was thrilled with his performance.
Comedy is Zach's first love, and he has performed stand-up comedy at the Hollywood Improv and hosts a Teen Talk show on Clear Channel. With his unique voice, impressive drumming skills, and natural talent, Zach is driven to succeed and is well on his way to achieving his goals.
