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Zach Woods

Zach Woods is an American actor and comedian born in 1984.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Zach Woods is an American actor and comedian, born in 1984. He is best known for his roles as Gabe Lewis on the NBC sitcom *The Office* and Jared Dunn on the HBO comedy series *Silicon Valley*.

Early life

Woods was born in Trenton, New Jersey, and is identified in available sources as an American performer. Some sources also note that he grew up in Yardley, Pennsylvania.

Career

Woods is known primarily for television comedy roles. His breakout role was Gabe Lewis on *The Office*, followed by Jared Dunn on *Silicon Valley* and other recurring or supporting parts in comedy series and films.

Notable roles

His best-known performances include Gabe Lewis in *The Office*, Jared Dunn in *Silicon Valley*, Zach Harper in *Playing House*, and Matt Spencer in *Avenue 5*.

Key facts

  • Zach Woods was born on September 25, 1984.
  • He is an American actor and comedian.
  • He gained wide recognition for his role as Gabe Lewis on the NBC sitcom *The Office*.
  • He later played Jared Dunn on the HBO comedy series *Silicon Valley*.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Zach Woods?
Zach Woods is an American actor and comedian known for television comedy roles, especially in *The Office* and *Silicon Valley*.
When was Zach Woods born?
He was born on September 25, 1984.
What is Zach Woods best known for?
He is best known for playing Gabe Lewis on *The Office* and Jared Dunn on *Silicon Valley*.
Where was Zach Woods born?
He was born in Trenton, New Jersey, United States.
What kind of performer is Zach Woods?
He is an actor and comedian, with most of his well-known work in television comedy.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zach_Woods
    Supports: Birth date, nationality, occupation, and major roles including Gabe Lewis and Jared Dunn.
  2. Rotten Tomatoes — https://www.rottentomatoes.com/celebrity/zach_woods
    Supports: Birth date and birthplace.
  3. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2046855/
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, occupation, and filmography credits.
  4. The Movie Database — https://www.themoviedb.org/person/464993-zach-woods?language=en-US
    Supports: Best-known roles and television credits.
  5. Interview Magazine — https://www.interviewmagazine.com/culture/zach-woods
    Supports: Career background in improv and early professional development.