Peter L. "Finn" Wittrock Jr., born on October 28, 1984, is a versatile American actor celebrated for his dynamic performances across film, television, and stage. His journey began with guest roles on various television shows, leading to his film debut in the 2004 family movie Halloweentown High. After a brief hiatus, he returned to the silver screen in the 2010s with the film Twelve, showcasing his growing talent.
Wittrock honed his craft at The Juilliard School, where he studied theater, and soon became a familiar face on television as a regular in the soap opera All My Children from 2009 to 2011. His stage career flourished with notable performances, including his Off-Broadway role in Tony Kushner's The Illusion in 2011 and his Broadway debut in 2012 as Happy Loman in Arthur Miller's Death of a Salesman, directed by the legendary Mike Nichols.
In 2014, he gained significant recognition for his roles in The Normal Heart, Noah, and Unbroken, marking the beginning of his fruitful collaborations with producer Ryan Murphy. His portrayal of Dandy Mott in the FX series American Horror Story: Freak Show earned him a Primetime Emmy Award nomination, solidifying his status in the industry. The following years saw him take on diverse roles, including model Tristan Duffy and actor Rudolph Valentino in American Horror Story: Hotel, and he was part of the ensemble cast in Adam McKay's critically acclaimed film The Big Short.
Wittrock continued to impress audiences with his performances, guest-starring in American Horror Story: Roanoke in 2016 and playing Greg in Damien Chazelle's award-winning La La Land. In 2018, he portrayed murder victim Jeffrey Trail in the FX crime drama series The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story, earning a second Emmy nomination. His collaboration with Ryan Murphy reached new heights in 2020 when he took on the role of murderer Edmund Tolleson in the Netflix series Ratched, further establishing his reputation as a talented and versatile actor.