Peter Horton

He began his acting career as a member of the Arena Stage company in Washington, D.C., before transitioning into television. Horton's breakout role came when he portrayed Prof. Gary Shepherd on the NBC drama series Thirtysomething from 1987 to 1991. During his tenure on the show, he received critical acclaim for his portrayal of the complex character. Horton's success on Thirtysomething led him to explore other creative outlets, including directing, which has become a significant part of his professional endeavors.