Parker Young

Biography

Parker Young is an American actor and model known for his notable roles in television sitcoms and drama series throughout the 2010s and 2020s.

Biography and Early Life

Born in Tucson, Arizona, United States, Parker Young is the eldest of three children. He graduated from Catalina Foothills High School, where he took theater classes and was the captain of the football team, playing the position of running back. Although he initially planned to attend Pepperdine University to play football, his interest in theatre, which surfaced during his junior year, led him to move to Los Angeles after graduating to pursue an acting career.

He is married to Stephanie Webber, with whom he has two children. The couple married in September 2021 and welcomed their daughter, Jaxon Orion Young, in July 2018.

Career Highlights

Young's acting career began around the age of 16, and his early work included commercials and roles in shows like Days of Our Lives and Big Time Rush. His career is prominently marked by his main and recurring roles on television:

Suburgatory (2011–2014): He gained significant recognition for his recurring role as Ryan Shay, a dim-witted but kind-hearted football jock.

Enlisted (2014): He starred as Private Randy Hill in this Fox military comedy series, further showcasing his comic timing.

Imposters (2017–2018): He played the main role of Richard in this Bravo series.

United States of Al (2021–2022): Young starred in the main role of Riley Dugan, a Marine veteran adjusting to civilian life, in the CBS sitcom.

Arrow (2015–2016): He had a recurring role as Alex Davis in the popular series.

In addition to television, Young has appeared in films such as the horror movie Animal (2014) and the comedy 4th Man Out (2015).

Recent and Upcoming Work

Parker Young continues to work in television and film:

He was recently seen in a recurring role as Ranger Sam Campbell on 9-1-1: Lone Star in 2024.

His recent film work includes The Image of You (2024).

He is also starring in a holiday movie, Christmas on Duty, premiering in November 2025, where he plays a Marine Corps officer.