Is of Native American, Irish and French descent.
Was sent to a military school in ninth grade where he joined the football team and had intended to get a scholarship to play football after graduation.
Is skilled in practicing the ancient art of Wah-lum, Capoeira, Kung Fu and Gor-Chor Kung Fu, even has achieved belted status in the latter two.

Movies: Step Up, She's the Man, Coach Carter.

Has modeled for Abercrombie & Fitch, Dolce & Gabbana and Aeropostale. Has starred in commercials for both Mountain Dew and Pepsi.

Was in Ricky Martin's video She Bangs.