Breckin Meyer is an American actor and podcaster, best known for his work in both live-action and animated roles. Born Breckin Erin Meyer on May 7, 1974, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, he gained significant recognition for his memorable portrayal of Travis in the classic teen film Clueless released in 1995. Meyer has established a diverse career that spans television, film, and voice acting, making him a notable figure in the entertainment industry.

Meyer grew up in a creative environment, with his father, Christopher William Meyer, and mother, Dorothy Ann (née Vial), supporting his artistic aspirations from a young age. He began his acting career in the early 1990s, landing his first prominent role in the ABC sitcom The Jackie Thomas Show from 1992 to 1993. His comedic talent shone through in various supporting roles, including parts in the films Freddy's Dead: The Final Nightmare (1991) and The Craft (1996), which helped pave the way for his breakout performance in the 2000 sex comedy film Road Trip.

Following his success in Road Trip, Meyer starred in several films that became popular in the early 2000s. His roles in Rat Race (2001), Kate & Leopold (2001), and Pinocchio (2002) further solidified his status as a leading man in Hollywood. He also became widely recognized for voicing Jon Arbuckle in the animated adaptations of the beloved comic strip in Garfield: The Movie (2004) and its sequel, Garfield: A Tail of Two Kitties (2006). Meyer's talent for both comedy and drama was showcased in films like Herbie: Fully Loaded (2005), Ghosts of Girlfriends Past (2009), Changeland (2019), and Unpregnant (2020).

In addition to his film work, Meyer has made significant contributions to television. He starred as Tom Wagner in the ABC sitcom Married to the Kellys from 2003 to 2004 and played Jared Franklin in the TNT legal comedy-drama series Franklin & Bash from 2011 to 2014. He also had a role in the ABC series The Fix in 2019. Meyer's creativity extended to the development of the TBS sitcom Men at Work, which aired from 2012 to 2014.

Meyer is also well-known for his voice work, particularly as Joseph Gribble on the Fox animated sitcom King of the Hill, where he lent his voice from 2000 until the show's conclusion in 2010. His contributions to the animated series Robot Chicken have garnered critical acclaim, earning him two Annie Awards and multiple Primetime Emmy Award nominations.

Outside of his professional endeavors, Meyer was previously married to screenwriter and director Deborah Kaplan, with whom he separated after their marriage on October 14, 2001. Today, Breckin Meyer continues to engage audiences with his multifaceted talents in various projects across film and television, remaining a beloved figure in the entertainment landscape.