Gabriel Sherman (born March 10, 1977) is an American actor and producer. He is best known for his roles in the films Superbad (2007) and The Social Network (2010).
Sherman was born in New York City and grew up in a middle-class Jewish family. He attended the High School of Performing Arts, where he studied acting and developed an interest in improv and sketch comedy. After graduating, Sherman moved to Los Angeles to pursue a career in acting.
Sherman's first major role was in the 2007 comedy Superbad, in which he played the role of a high school student who is trying to get a date to the prom. His performance earned him critical acclaim and he was nominated for a MTV Movie Award for Best Comedic Performance. In 2008, he was cast in the television series Eli Stone, playing the role of a young lawyer.
In 2010, Sherman starred in The Social Network, a critically acclaimed drama about the founding of the social media giant Facebook. He played the role of Sean Parker, a bold tech entrepreneur who helped launch the company. He was praised for his performance and earned an MTV Movie Award for Best Breakthrough Performance.
In addition to his acting career, Sherman has also worked as a producer on films such as The Adjustment Bureau (2011) and Struck by Lightning (2012). In 2013, he executive produced the critically acclaimed drama The Wolf of Wall Street, which starred Leonardo DiCaprio.
Sherman is currently working on several upcoming projects, both as an actor and producer. He is an active philanthropist, having donated to various charities throughout his career.
Sherman is married to actress Aya Cash and they have two children. He is involved in various causes, including animal rights and the environment. He is also an avid cyclist and enjoys surfing in his free time.
