Prior to "Spin City," Alan was probably best-known for his role as Cameron in "Ferris Bueller's Day Off," though he paid his dues in theater long before landing that role. Born in Cleveland, Ohio, Alan first became interested in acting during high school. He studied theater at the University of Illinois, and after graduation, he began acting professionally in Chicago, appearing at the Goodman, the Wisdom Bridge and Apollo theaters, among others. He worked in Chicago for five years starring in numerous stage productions -- and also appearing in his first two feature films, "Class" and "Bad Boys."

Alan made his Broadway debut in 1985, originating the role of Don Carney in Neil Simon's "Biloxi Blues." In addition to "Ferris Bueller's Day Off" and the summer blockbuster, "Twister," Alan's other films include "Three for the Road," "Bloodhounds of Broadway," "Three Fugitives," "Young Guns II," "Star Trek: Generations" and "Speed." His other television credits include the made-for-television movie, "Shooter"; the series "Going Places" and "Muscle" (in which he starred with "Spin City" castmate Michael Boatman); and the telefilm, "The Ransom of Red Chief."

Alan is married and has two children.

VITAL STATISTICS
BIRTHPLACE: Cleveland, OH
BIRTHDATE: July 1
HEIGHT: 6'
HAIR: Brown
EYES: Blue