Scott Halberstadt
| Scott Halberstadt | |
|---|---|
 Halberstadt in October 2007 | |
| Born |
August 17, 1976 Connersville, Indiana, U.S. |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 2002–2010 |
Scott Halberstadt (born August 17, 1976) is an American former actor. He is best known for playing Eric in the Nickelodeon live-action sitcom Drake & Josh.
Career
Film
Halberstadt appeared in the film Grandma's Boy as a tester who challenges Jeff (Nick Swardson) to Dance Dance Revolution. He was the pimply casino employee in Smokin' Aces. He is typically typecast into a nerdy role.
Television
Halberstadt had a recurring role as Eric on the Nickelodeon series Drake & Josh. His other television credits include The Guardian, Half & Half, The Suite Life of Zack & Cody and a few other shows. He made a cameo appearance in iCarly's "iStart a Fan War", playing Eric (from the Drake & Josh series), alongside Craig (Alec Medlock) and Gavin (Jake Farrow), who also made cameos.
Advertising
He can also be seen in commercials for Alltel Wireless representing the rival AT&T/Cingular Wireless company as well as seen in commercial spots for Capital One credit cards. He even said the catchphrase, "What's in your wallet?" in one of the ads. Halberstadt also very briefly starred in an advert for Fry's Electronics.
Personal life
Born in Connersville, Indiana, Halberstadt graduated from Connersville Senior High School. He attended Ball State University in Muncie, Indiana and was a Theatre major. He has a son born in July 2010. He has since retired from acting.